The inaugural City of Bunbury Libraries Literacy Festival is a vibrant, community-focused celebration of reading, writing and storytelling.
Running from 7–18 April at the Bunbury Public Library and Withers Community Library, the Literacy Festival brings stories to life through interactive storytelling, inspiring author talks, creative writing workshops, drawing sessions, family-friendly activities and literacy-focused programs for all ages.
Free or low-cost and open to everyone, the festival offers fun, accessible tools to spark creativity and nurture a lifelong passion for reading - because literacy is for all.
Literacy Festival 2026 Program:
Kids' Illustration Workshop with Gabriel Evans
8 April • 10am - 11am • Bunbury Library
Create characters and picture‑book ideas in a fun, hands‑on workshop with children’s author‑illustrator Gabriel Evans. Learn more…
Creative Illustration Workshop with Gabriel Evans
8 April • 11.30am - 12.30pm • Bunbury Library
Join talented local author and illustrator Gabriel Evans for an immersive creative masterclass designed specifically for adults. Learn more…
Kids' Illustration Workshop with Gabriel Evans
8 April • 1.30pm - 2.30pm • Withers Library
Create characters and picture‑book ideas in a fun, hands‑on workshop with children’s author‑illustrator Gabriel Evans. Learn more…
Kids' Decorative Reading Journals
9 April • 10.30am - 11.30am • Bunbury Library
Inviting young readers to design and decorate their very own reading journals. Learn more…
Adults' Decorative Reading Journals
9 April • 1pm - 3pm • Bunbury Library
Transform your reading experience from a fleeting moment into a curated artistic journey with a personalised reading journal. Learn more…
Storytelling Skills for Writers
10 April • 9.30am - 12.30pm • Bunbury Library
Join Dr Alan Hancock for an engaging, hands-on workshop designed for anyone looking to strengthen and refine their writing skills. Learn more…
Writing With Style: The Power of Plain English
10 April • 1.30pm - 4.30pm • Withers Library
Take your writing skills to the next level in an interactive workshop perfect for anyone who writes including creative writers, professionals, students, and academics. Learn more…
Author Talk with Ruth Brunner - Uniquely You
11 April • 10am - 11.30am • Bunbury Library
An inspiring author talk on embracing your difference and belonging from within. Learn more…
Author Talk with Tricia Trevaskis - Jumping Over Waves
11 April • 10.30am - 11.30am • Withers Library
How far would you go to save a life that’s not your own? A powerful story of resilience, redemption, and the quiet heroism of everyday women. Learn more…
Fun Family Literacy Quiz
13 April • 10.30am - 11.30am • Bunbury Library
Bring the whole family together for a fun, fast-paced quiz challenge that celebrates the power of books. Learn more…
Financial Literacy Workshop
14 April • 10am - 12pm • Bunbury Library
Take control of your money and secure your future with our practical financial literacy workshop. Learn more…
Rachel Russell: Raising RAD Kids
15 April • 10.30am - 11.30am • Bunbury Library
Learn brain‑based tools for calm, connection, resilience, kind, and confident parenting. Learn more…
Woody’s Ukulele School
15 April • 11.30am - 12.30pm • Bunbury Library
Interested in learning the ukulele? Get ready to strum, sing, and smile in this fun, interactive workshop for kids. Learn more…
Woody’s Ukulele School
15 April • 1.30pm - 2.30pm • Withers Library
Interested in learning the ukulele? Get ready to strum, sing, and smile in this fun, interactive workshop for kids. Learn more…
Dungeons & Dragons for Beginner’s Junior Session
16 April • 10.30am - 12pm • Bunbury Library
Get ready to embark on a wild adventure where you can be anything you want in a beginner-friendly, Animal Adventures role-playing session. Learn more…
Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners - Young Adult Session
16 April • 10.30am - 12.30pm • Bunbury Library
Get ready to embark on a wild adventure where you can be anything you want in a beginner-friendly role-playing session. Learn more…
Dungeons & Dragons for Beginners - Adult Session
16 April • 2pm - 4pm • Bunbury Library
Step into a world where adventure is just a dice roll away! Learn more…
Withers Library's 40th Birthday Celebration
16 April • 11.30am - 12.30pm • Withers Library
Celebrating 40 years of the Withers Community Library. Join in a morning of sharing and community connection. Learn more…
Cattitude Conundrum with Sally Murphy
17 April • 9.30am - 10.30am • Bunbury Library
Join an engaging session full of imagination, creativity and (possibly) a touch of feline royalty! Learn more…
Selecting & Sharing Books Kids Love with Sally Murphy
17 April • 11am - 12.30pm • Bunbury Library
Ideal for parents, carers and educators, learn smart, practical strategies for choosing and sharing literature that truly connects with young readers. Learn more…
Interactive Story Time with Sally Murphy
17 April • 2pm - 3pm • Withers Library
A fun, interactive Story Time led by Sally Murphy – someone who knows exactly how to turn a book into an adventure! Learn more…