Saint John Henry Newman Library – Formerly the Catholic Library of WA

Catholic Education Western Australia acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Owners and Elders, both past and present, of the lands on which Catholic Education Western Australia's schools, offices and operations are located.

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The Noongar Season ‘Djeran' generally spans April-May and is represented by the colour green. At this time of the year brings with it the south-westerly winds and thus cooler weather as the land begins the cooling process, characterized by the cool nights that brings a presence of dew in the early mornings. Djeran is also characterized by red flowers, especially from the red flowering gum (Corymbiaficifolia), as well as the smaller and more petite flowers of the summer flame (Beaufortia aestiva). Traditionally this was the time of year to nourish and prepare the body for the cold of Makuru (June - July). Common foods during this season included the seeds (bayu) along with the root bulbs of the yanget (rush), bardi grubs, fresh water fish, kooyar (frogs), yakaarn (turtles) and quenda (southern brown bandicoot). Traditional mia mias (houses or shelters) were repaired and updated to make sure they were waterproofed and facing in the right direction in readiness for the deep wintery months to come.

Important Updates

Recently Added Titles - UPDATED 1 April 2025
The April 2025 Recently Added Titles List is now available.
Please note: This list shows the most recent titles added to the collection at the Saint John Henry Newman Library. Please note that titles added may be published from various years and not limited to the current year.
Previous months' lists are also available here.

Library Closures in April 2025
Please note that the Library will be closed on the following days and times in April 2025:

Friday, 18 Apr to Tuesday, 22 Apr - Good Friday and Easter
Wednesday, 23 Apr and Thursday 24 Apr - Staff Team Planning Days
Friday, 25 Apr - ANZAC Day

During 23 and 24 Apr, returns may be left in the secure returns box at the Library entrance at St Catherine's Centre, or at the returns box at the Newman Siena Centre Reception. Thank you.

Jubilee Year 2025
2025 is the year of Jubilee in the Catholic Church. A Jubilee is a significant moment in the life of the Church that happens every 25 years. The year is themed "Pilgrims of Hope". Pope Francis has invited Catholics to review their hope and discover a vision that can "restore access to the fruits of the earth to everyone". Learn more...

Learning Series Guides
The following subject guides are prepared to assist you in learning more about important subjects/topics in our collection. Current guides can be viewed at the main webpage:

Learning Series Quick Links
The following links provide quick access to assist you in learning more about related subject/topics in our collection.
Newest links appear at the top of the list:

More Learning Series Quick Links can be accessed here.

Recommend a Title
The Library welcomes title recommendations from members, to be included in the collection. These may be submitted via the Recommend a title form. All recommendations are considered in light of the Library's Collection Development Policy.

Library members have access to over 8,000 ebook titles
Access the Library's collection of over 8,000 curated electronic book titles from wherever you are, on demand. Ebook titles are displayed with print books in the search results can be immediately accessed by clicking on the "View ebook" icon and logging in with your library membership card number and password. If you need assistance, please contact sjhnlibrary@cewa.edu.au.

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