Welcome to the July 2010 edition of aliaPUBNEWS.aliaPUBNEWS is a free monthly electronic bulletin for everyone concerned with supporting and promoting the further development of Australia's public library services.We'd love to hear news and comments from readers - contact details at the end of this newsletter. And please feel free to pass this on to colleagues. [Permission is granted to re-broadcast, in part or full.] |
- Safer Internet Group latest
- Library Stars 2010
- Summer Reading Club - Scare up a good book!
- New advocacy resources
- ALIA Access 2010 - see you there
- Government inquiry into school libraries continues
- National Year of Reading 2012
- inCite themes 2010 - contributions welcomed
- Every Member an Advocate workshops
PUBLICATIONS
CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
FORTHCOMING EVENTS
ALIA NEWS
Safer Internet Group latest
ALIA executive director Sue Hutley represented the Safer Internet Group at the Melbourne hearing of the Joint Select Committee on Cyber-Safety on 8 July. She told the committee that the Government's proposed mandatory internet filter would not work to keep Australian children safe online. "It's time we started talking about things that actually work," she said. http://www.alia.org.au/internetfiltering/
Library Stars 2010
If you have introduced new, exciting and even inspirational programs into your public library, tell us about it before 22 July and you can be part of the search to find the Library Stars 2010. There will be no real winners or losers. We will take all your case studies and turn them into a lively online resource for library advocates to use locally and with State and Federal Government representatives. Find out more and download the entry form http://www.alia.org.au/governance/committees/public.libraries/librarystars2010/.
Scare up a good book
The Summer Reading Club merchandise is now available. Place your order by 5 August - http://www.summerreadingclub.org.au.
New advocacy resources
Go to http://www.alia.org.au/advocacy to find our new Guide to Advocacy and Lobbying for Libraries and Information Organisations, details of a member helpline, case studies and the latest campaign news updates.
See you there
Only a few weeks to go. Make sure you book your place at ALIA Access 2010 in Brisbane, 1-3 September. http://conferences.alia.org.au/access2010/
School library inquiry continues
ALIA gave evidence in Adelaide, in July, at the government inquiry into school libraries continues. It was the second time the association had been asked to speak on behalf of the library profession. You can read the 359 submissions to the inquiry on the website www.aph.gov.au.
National Year of Reading 2012
The National Year of Reading 2012, backed by Australian library organisations, including founder partner ALIA, is gaining momentum following its launch on 14 July at Impact 2010 in Albury, NSW. See the new website at www.love2read.org.au.ALIA REMINDERS
inCite themes 2010: contributions welcomed
'Special Libraries' is the main topic for August. After that:
| September | Sustainability | July 30 |
| October | Building our Profession | Sept 1 |
| November | Every member an advocate | October 1 |
| December | IFLA/Engagement | November 1 |
We welcome your contributions. See the full schedule on the website.
http://www.alia.org.au/publishing/incite/deadlines.html
OTHER NEWS
- ABC Radio National's Bookshow on 30 June was about the future of libraries. Listen to it here http://www.abc.net.au/rn/bookshow/stories/2010/2940701.htm.
- Great news for Brisbane libraries, with a record $3.726 million for library books and reference materials in this year's city budget, plus $3.48 million for a major refurbishment of Grange library and a brand new library at Kilmore.
- The new Books for Bubs program promises every baby born in Queensland a free children's book. It was launched on 1 July, with Premier Anna Bligh making the first presentations at Townsville Hospital.
- Kiersten Fishburn, manager of City of Sydney Culture and Libraries, was interviewed on ABC Radio National's By Design program about the new Surry Hills Library, which has won a number of design awards since it opened a year ago. Download the audio at http://www.abc.net.au/rn/bydesign/stories/2010/2935631.htm.
- Mount Gambier library in South Australia received two commendations in the 2010 Architecture Awards for collaborative design and interior architecture, and gained the most votes in the AIA/Adelaide Review People's Choice award.
- Friends of Libraries Australia has launched its 2010 awards, the Eric Flynn award for library services for older adults; the Peter McInnes award for library services for children and young people and a new prize for advocacy, the Colin Watson award. More at http://www.fola.org.au.
- A great website for The Line campaign, managed by the Australian Government Department of Families, Housing, Community Services and Indigenous Affairs (FaHCSIA) and aimed at helping teenagers and young adults through a difficult time in their lives. http://www.theline.gov.au/home.
- The new chair of the Council of the National Library of Australia is the Honourable James Spigelman AC.
- Congratulations to Roslyn Cousins, the new chief executive officer of Corangamite Regional Library Service, who takes up the position this month, and to Janice Rickards (Queensland) and Jennifer Muir (NSW), who received a Medal of the Order of Australia for services to libraries in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours. Len Woodley, founder of ALS Library Services also received a Medal of the Order of Australia for services to the community and book industry.
PUBLICATIONS
Book review: Make a difference: a practical guide to lobbying by Senator Guy Barnett
Ballan, Vic: Connor Court 2010"Have you ever wondered how to lobby most effectively, whether to any level of government or your local council? Senator Guy Barnett, experienced as an advocate himself, as well as a recipient of lobbying as a senior adviser to the Tasmanian Premier and a member of the federal parliament, has written a very easy to read book on using the political process (and media) to advocate for any issue. He provides a clear background on our federal political system and lobbying principles. He emphasises the importance of having clear, well thought-out plans and goals. Influencing government and parliaments through submissions, personal contact and the media are brought to life by very helpful case studies, such as Jacqui Fishwick's campaign to have Australians learn the words to Advance Australia Fair, which resulted in statewide action in Tasmania. His tips for dealing with government and media are invaluable. The 12 ways to deal with the media are a lobbying 101 course that everyone should read. This should be read by all public librarians and should be on your shelves for your local community groups." Roxanne Missingham, Parliamentary Librarian.
Want your story to be published?
Submissions are being sought from librarians around the world for anthologies on three topics: library collaborations with writers, artists, musicians and other creatives; library services for multi-cultural patrons to encourage library use; publicity methods to keep libraries in the news. Articles of 3000-5000 words are needed for the American Library Association publications. More information from editor Carol Smallwood smallwood@tm.net.CONFERENCES, WORKSHOPS AND EVENTS
Book now for ALIA Access 2010, 3 September, Brisbane
Check out the program for Public Libraries: A Surprise On Every Page! on the Access 2010 web pages. http://conferences.alia.org.au/access2010/program.html
Free places at Every Member an Advocate workshops
The ALIA Every Member an Advocate workshops are taking place around the country. Book your free place at http://www.alia.org.au/education/pd/pd.services/every.member.advocate.html.
Web-based research: 15% discount for ALIA members
Book a place at the Power Searching with the Pros workshops in Melbourne, Canberra and Sydney this November, presented by Mary Ellen Bates and Chris Sherman, and you will qualify for a 15% ALIA member discount (not valid with any other discount). More information at www.websearchpacific.com.
Outback to eCitizen: $50 discount for ALIA members
The Australian Learning Community Network national conference From Outback to eCitizen: the future of learning communities in Australia, will take place in WA at the Mandurah Performing Arts Centre and Sebel Hotel from 6-8 September. Sally Thompson, chief executive of Adult Learning Australia will give the keynote speech. Details at www.outbacktoecitizen.com.au. ALIA members qualify for a $50 discount on the ALCN non-member rate, so $490 instead of $540.
ERA open forum in Brisbane
Electronic Resources Australia is holding an open forum meeting in Brisbane on 1 September for anyone in the library world who wants to find out more about this national consortium for purchasing electronic resources.http://era.nla.gov.au/governance/ERAMeetingBrisbane2010.html.
FORTHCOMING EVENTS
| 6-8 August | Byron Bay Writers Festival | www.literaryfestivals.com.au |
| 10-12 August | MyLanguage Conference, State Library of NSW | www.mylanguage.gov.au |
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