Launch of In These Streets: Youth Writing and Art from East Victoria Park

Thu 10 Dec | 5:45pm-7:00pm | Free

Join us at the Town of Victoria Park Library on Thursday 10 December 2026 to celebrate the launch of In These Streets, a special anthology created by Year 5 students from East Victoria Park Primary School.

Working alongside local children's author Kristy Nita Brown as part of a WA State Government-funded Creative Learning Residency, students have explored the history, people, places and stories that make East Victoria Park unique. Through creative writing, poetry, illustrations, personal reflections and more, they have brought their neighbourhood to life in a professionally published book.

Come along to celebrate our young authors and illustrators, see their wonderful work, hear about their creative journey, and be part of this special community celebration. Families, friends and members of the local community are warmly invited! Every participating student will receive a complimentary copy of the anthology, a celebratory cookie and a show bag containing goodies generously donated by the Hon Simone McGurk MLA, the Hon Hannah Beazley MLA and Town of Victoria Park Mayor Karen Vernon. Throughout the project, students have also received book prizes generously donated by Zaneta Mascarenhas MP.

Session schedule

5.45 pm – Doors open

6.00–6.30 pm – Speeches and formal proceedings

6.30–7.00 pm – Guests browse the books and mingle, while students enjoy art activities

7.00 pm – Event concludes

Date: Thursday 10 December 2026
Location: Town of Victoria Park Library
Time: Doors open 5.45pm for a 6pm start
Cost: Free – bookings essential