Even though I said we’d close this competition a few weeks ago there have been a couple of more entries I couldn’t resist so with elastic conditions our competition continues a little longer (especially as a couple have been in my inbox for a bit too long!).

Lynley Stapleton, Library Services Coordinator at the City of Joondaulup tells us that upon opening in 1997, Joondalup Library became the largest public library in WA, both in size and stock. Built with limestone to reflect the natural surrounding environment, the library has 3000sqm of floor space, meeting rooms for hire, a bright spacious children’s area and a youth zone. Joondalup also houses a specialised reference and local history area which is buzzing at exam times and well utilized by those who are addicted to the pursuit of tracing their family history. 

Enhanced with bookshop layout and subject groupings, the library received a fresh makeover in 2004, celebrated its 10^th birthday in 2007 and today has RFID, integrated patron self serve, wifi and free internet. The Library even has its own Book Barron “The Spirit of Joondalup”. Lynley urges all readers to call ahead and come up for a visit if you’re visiting WA.

Cheers

Jan

Jan Richards, Chair ALIA PLAC

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