October 2008

In this aliaPUBNEWS broadcast:

Web Resources
Indigenous Web Resource; Putting the Library in Wikipedia; American Family History Resource; Youth Marketing; Author Pronunciation

National
Eleanor Spence 1928- 2008

States and territories
One Library - 310 Locations

News from ALIA
inCite theme for December 2008: Reference; ALIA Information Online registrations now open!; RAILS5 and ALIA announce the availability of 2 scholarships; New ALIA e-list: aliaLIBSYSTEMS; Cybersmart Guide Reprinted to Meet Demand; Summer Reading Club: 1 December 2008 15 February 2009

International
Two-Thirds of Americans Have a Library Card; IFLA International Marketing Award 2009 - Proposals Invited; UK Public Library Review

Publications
New Information Studies Publication; Libraries Australia Annual Report

Conferences
Breaking Barriers - 4th ALIA New Librarians Symposium; 75th IFLA General Conference & Council - Call for Papers

Celebrating Libraries and Librarians
Why People Love Libraries

Library Blogs
Australian Library Blogs

Believe it or Not!
Browse the Artefacts of Geek History

Web Resources

Indigenous Web Resource
Twelve Canoes is a website which paints a compelling portrait of the art, culture, history and place of the Yolngu people whose homeland is the town of Ramingining and the Arafura Swamp of north-central Arnhem Land in the Northern Territory. The website is a project that was born from the making of the Rolf de Heer film Ten Canoes and he is again involved in this project. The site is a very interesting and culturally significant project that gives a unique window into a world that most people have not had the opportunity to see before, and in an innovative and very accessible way. The high-end site is a work of art in itself; honouring the people of the Arafura swamp, and built around twelve filmed "visual poems" describing and illustrating many aspects of Yolngu history, life and culture from Creation, Our Ancestors, The Macassans, First White Men, Thomson Time, The Swamp, Plants and Animals, and Seasons, to Kinship, Ceremony, Language, and a slice of contemporary life in Nowadays. Other features of the site include galleries, which showcase Ramingining art and artists, music and songmen, language and common terms, and photographs that capture the essence of life in the region.
www.12canoes.com.au

Putting the Library in Wikipedia
Few online resources provoke as much controversy in the library community as Wikipedia. Some librarians hate it, arguing that since anyone can edit it, it can't be trusted. Others love it, because it is fast, easy to use, and a good starting point for research. With such a conflicted relationship, there's no clear answer as to where (or whether) Wikipedia belongs in libraries. We librarians are not sure what we should do with it. The presence of librarians in Wikipedia as content contributors would assist with the creation and maintenance of a more scholarly environment. Their involvement could change academicians' minds about Wikipedia. What is currently shunned by many in academia as a flawed information resource would become regarded as a good place to begin their research. Read more at:
http://tinyurl.com/68slgf

American Family History Resource
Ellis Island is the symbol of American immigration and the immigrant experience. A Free Search facility provided by the Statue of Liberty - Ellis Island Foundation, Inc is now available to find your immigrant ancestors who arrived in America through the Port of New York at Ellis Island between 1892 and 1924.
http://www.ellisislandrecords.org/default.asp

Youth Marketing
Ypulse - is a great source of information about what is current in media, technology and entertainment with tweens and teens. To Subscribe to their newsletter or RSS feeds and to stay on top of the trends that move this hard-to-reach library audience go to: <http://www.ypulse.com/subscribe/>
http://www.ypulse.com/

Author Pronunciation
A quirky website! Hear authors say how to pronounce their names. Got to:
http://www.teachingbooks.net/pronunciations.cgi

National

Eleanor Spence 1928- 2008
It is with sadness that we mourn the passing (30 September 2008) of this wonderful lady. Eleanor has been noted by many in the industry as a major contributor to the development of an authentic Australian voice in children's literature. During a dynamic era in publishing Australian children were free to enjoy an author highlighting our landscape and a realistic identity after years of British domination. Most of Eleanor's publications not only provided a contemporary authentic experience but quality novels, most reflecting on family life. Sharing many personal experiences, and her appreciation of the local landscape Eleanor's stories were widely acknowledged as high quality fiction. This acknowledgement from her peers resulted in many Children's Book Council awards. Firstly highly commended novels Summer in Between in 1960, then Lillypilly Hill in 1961. In 1964 Eleanor's novel October's Child won Australia's most prestigious award in 1964. Further nominations and commendations were received during the next decade. In 1977 Eleanor's work was once again recognised when The Green Laurel received the Children's Book Council's Book of the Year award. Described by Maurice Saxby as a major force in the development of the Australian family novel, Eleanor's work also explored many other themes including gender, identity and disability. Her contribution to literature has been, and will continue to be celebrated for some time. Writing in Authors & Illustrators of Australian Children's Books Eleanor states: " The gain, as I recall from my own childhood reading, is the moment of recognition, a glow of feeling shared with a character in a certain situation- a very special kind of joy." This wonderful author brought this joy to many Australian children. From: Children's Book Council of Australia: http://cbca.org.au

States and territories

One Library - 310 Locations
The Victorian Department of Planning and Community Development has engaged consultants to examine the feasibility of a State-wide public library membership system, most likely based on a single library card, which confers equal access rights throughout the State. The project began in late September and must report by mid-December.

News from ALIA

inCite theme for December 2008: Reference
Contribute to your member magazine! December's feature topic is 'Reference'. Contributions on this theme or on other issues relating to library and information services are welcome. High resolution images are also encouraged. Send your articles by 31 October to incite@alia.org.au
http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/incite/

ALIA Information Online registrations now open!
ALIA Information Online 2009 will be held at Darling Harbour in Sydney from 20-22 January 2009. The Organising Committee has organised an exciting program with speakers coming from around the globe on a range of topics.
http://www.information-online.com.au

RAILS5 and ALIA announce the availability of 2 scholarships
RAILS5 and ALIA announce the availability of 2 scholarships for January 2009 Thanks to ALIA, RAILS5 is offering two $1500 scholarships to assist with travel and accommodation expenses. One scholarship will be awarded to the best either a recently appointed academic or postgraduate student in LIS or a related field. The other will be awarded to an early career information professional. In both cases, acceptance of a refereed paper for presentation would be a prerequisite for eligibility.
http://www.communication.uts.edu.au/conferences/rails/

New ALIA e-list: aliaLIBSYSTEMS
The aim of this e-list is to provide communication among Australia-based library professionals who are involved in library systems management and/or employing technology to support library services and products. Some of the e-list topics include but should not limit discussions to: new generation library catalogues, web design relevant for library content, use of reference management system, electronic resources system, openURL resolver, use of open source software in libraries and so on. To subscribe to aliaLIBSYSTEMS go to: http://lists.alia.org.au/mailman/listinfo/aliaLIBSYSTEMS/

Cybersmart Guide Reprinted to Meet Demand
The Cybersmart guide for families has been reprinted and all back orders are currently being filled, and they are well placed for future orders. Resources available from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) include Cybersmart guide for library staff, Cybersmart guide for families, poster, and four downloadable videos. The ACMA program is designed to assist library staff in promoting safe and positive internet experiences in public libraries, particularly for children.
http://www.acma.gov.au/libraries

Summer Reading Club: 1 December 2008 15 February 2009
The Summer Reading Club (SRC) encourages young people in reading, writing, sharing books and other fun, and engaging in literature-based activities in their local library over the summer period. Visit the website and register for the 2009 SRC program and be kept up-to-date with all the latest news! Struggling for inspiration or have loads of ideas to share? Visit the SRC planning wiki http://www.alia.org.au/src/wiki/ The 2009 website will be launched soon but you have the opportunity to get a sneak peak by clicking on the below link! (Adobe Flash Player required)
http://www.alia.org.au/src/2009/

International

Two-Thirds of Americans Have a Library Card
Two thirds (68%) of Americans currently own a library card. According to the results of a new nationwide Harris Poll of 2,710 U.S. adults surveyed online between August 11 and 17, 2008 by Harris Interactive. Almost all Americans (92%) say they view their local library as an important education resource. Seven in ten agreed their local library is a pillar of the community (72%), a community centre (71%), a family destination (70%), and a cultural centre (69%) Read more at:
http://tinyurl.com/6ddoba

IFLA International Marketing Award 2009 - Proposals Invited
IFLA Management and Marketing Section in collaboration with Emerald Group Publishing Ltd. invites proposals for IFLA International Marketing Award-2009, in recognition of the best marketing project in any kind of library throughout the world. The Award winner will receive airfare, lodging and registration for the 2009 IFLA General Conference and Council in Milan, Italy, as well as a cash award of US$ 1,000 which must be used to further the marketing efforts of the recognized organization. Complete application material and form can be downloaded from http://www.ifla.org/III/grants/marketing-award.htm Application must be submitted before January 31, 2009 (including any supporting materials) to the following address: Daisy McADAM University of Geneva Faculty of Economics and Social Sciences 40, Pont-d’Arve 1211 GENEVA 4 Switzerland Tel. 41-22-3798048 E-mail: Daisy.McAdam@unige.ch

UK Public Library Review
Dept of Culture Sport and Media in the UK is about to undertake another review of public libraries (the 24th in 10 years!!!) http://www.culture.gov.uk/reference_library/media_releases/5532.aspx This one will be looking at modernisation.
http://tinyurl.com/3jjjds

Publications

New Information Studies Publication
The Centre for Information Studies has published the revised edition of Organising Knowledge in a Global Society. The work reflects on current practice and trends, paying particular attention to how libraries and other information services provide intellectual access to digital information resources through metadata. The book also covers the latest developments in metadata standards, such as Resource Description and Access. **ALIA members receive a 5% discount** http://www.csu.edu.au/faculty/educat/sis/CIS/3365/index.htm

Libraries Australia Annual Report
Libraries Australia Annual Report is now available Download it in PDF from:
http://tinyurl.com/67lojw

Conferences

Breaking Barriers - 4th ALIA New Librarians Symposium
In December, over 200 delegates from around Australia will converge onto Melbourne for a 2-day symposium addressing the challenges that new library and information professionals encounter. The theme: Breaking Barriers - from the barriers of outdated stereotypes, gaining employment, progressing one's career, and keeping your organisation on the leading edge of the information industry. Of particular interest to the public library sector is a keynote presentation by Erik Boekesteijn and Jaap van de Geer, from the DOK library concept centre in the Netherlands, with the Shenachietour Downunder. Sharing best practices in public libraries around the world, they are proudly sponsored by Yarra Plenty Regional Library, Viclink, State Library of Victoria, State Library of Queensland, and Brisbane City Council. The symposium will also feature an inspiring academic program of high-profile Australian and international keynote speakers and papers from emerging professionals across the Australian library and information industry. It also provides excellent professional development and networking opportunities, with a satellite program of training sessions and library tours, and a social program, with the cocktail party at the State Library of Victoria, and the Conference Dinner held at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. With so many exciting opportunities, the 4th ALIA New Librarians Symposium is the must-attend event for all emerging library and information professionals! For more information go to: http://conferences.alia.org.au/newlibrarian2008/

75th IFLA General Conference & Council - Call for Papers
World Library and Information Congress: 75th IFLA General Conference and Council - Libraries create futures: Building on cultural heritage, will be held 23-27 August 2009, Milan, Italy A call for papers has been announced and papers can be submitted through various groups to be found at http://www.ifla.org/IV/ifla75/call-papers-en.htm For example: * Literacy and reading Section with the Information Literacy Section - Theme: Libraries Promoting Twenty-First Century Literacies * Asia and Oceania Section - Theme: Preserving the past - creating the future * Cataloguing Section - Theme: New Principles, New Rules for New Catalogues * Library Buildings and Equipment Section, with the Children and Young Adults Section - Theme: If I was the director..... - How to create/design/decorate libraries for children and young adults in the 21st century Information regarding Satellite meetings and calls for papers for Satellite meetings can also be found by visiting: http://www.ifla.org/IV/ifla75/satellite-en.htm and http://www.ifla.org/IV/ifla75/call-satellite-en.htm For example: Emerging trends in technology: libraries between Web 2.0, semantic web and search technology Reading in the Digital Age: educating the passionate and critical reader through the school library

Celebrating Libraries and Librarians

Why People Love Libraries
As part of its ongoing partnership with the American Library Association (ALA) and its Campaign for America's Libraries, Woman's Day magazine (USA) regularly runs essay contests asking readers to send stories of how libraries impacted their lives. To read more go to: http://tinyurl.com/5nnjjk And to visit the I Love Libraries archives go to: http://tinyurl.com/6f4l4r
http://www.ilovelibraries.org/

Library Blogs

Australian Library Blogs
If you would like to add your blog to our list of Australian Library Blogs, or find links to an extensive list of library blogs please visit:
http://librariesinteract.info/australian-library-blogs/

Believe it or Not!

Browse the Artefacts of Geek History
Nothing quite prepares you for the culture shock of Jay Walker's library. You exit the austere parlour of his New England home and pass through a hallway into the bibliographic equivalent of a Disney ride. Stuffed with landmark tomes and eye-grabbing historical objects-on the walls, on tables, standing on the floor-the room occupies about 3,600 square feet on three mazelike levels. Find out more and see the photos at:
http://tinyurl.com/4zypj6

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