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Latest News

15/07/2026

Vale Renate Beilharz AALIA

A tribute to Renate Beilharz AALIA, a highly respected educator and member of the LIS community.

15/07/2026

ALIA Updates Interlibrary Resource Sharing Code

ALIA is pleased to announce two important updates to the Interlibrary Resource Sharing (ILRS) Code.

14/07/2026

Announcing the Shortlist for the 2026 Victorian Library and Information Award

Congratulations go to the shortlisted candidates for the second annual Victorian Library and Information award administered by ALIA VIC.

2/06/2026

How libraries can support the 2026 Census

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) is looking to work with libraries across the country to host information and fill-in-the-form sessions.

ALIA Membership

Become a member of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and open the door to a world of opportunities in the library and information sector.

There are three membership categories; personal, institutional and corporate. In any category, you'll gain access to an extensive network of like-minded professionals, providing valuable opportunities to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate.

You will also be supporting ALIA’s advocacy work to promote the essential role libraries play in society. Together we work to advance library and information services for a thriving democracy.

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Upcoming events

WALT Library Technicians' Day Dinner

WALT Library Technicians' Day Dinner

Celebrating Library Technician Day.

July 28 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm AWST

Location: BAYSWATER

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Responding to Health Misinformation: A Media Literacy Approach

Responding to Health Misinformation: A Media Literacy Approach

This talk explores how a media literacy approach can help in responding to the challenge that misinformation poses.

July 30 2026 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm AEST

Location: Online

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WALT Library Technicians' Day Dinner

July 28 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm AWST

Location: BAYSWATER

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Responding to Health Misinformation: A Media Literacy Approach

July 30 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm AEST

Location: Online

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ALIA NSW: Regional Library Staff Gathering

July 31 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm AEST

Location: EAST LISMORE

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ALIA QLD Trivia Night: "BrisoVision"

July 31 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm AEST

Location: PADDINGTON

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ALIA SA - Southern Library Bus Tour

August 01 9:30 am - 3:30 pm ACST

Location: ADELAIDE CBD

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Professional development

ALIA Continuing Professional Development

ALIA PD Scheme | for all ALIA personal professional members | questions? contact [email protected] or call 1800 020 071

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ALIA Training

short online courses | discounted price for ALIA members | questions? contact [email protected] or call 1800 020 071

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PD Postings

A monthly newsletter which features many learning experiences for ALIA Members who are participating in the ALIA Professional Development (PD) Scheme. Each listing will feature free at your desk learning opportunities, an ebook and a selection of journal articles from our member access eresources.

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ALIA Training

Ready to learn new skills and advance your career? ALIA Training brings world-class education offerings to you. Specifically made for the Australian library and information sector, ALIA Training has a course to suit any stage of your career journey.

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