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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.

19/05/2026

ALIA and SBS Team Up to Bring National Simultaneous Storytime to Millions Ahead of FIFA World Cup 20

ALIA has partnered with SBS, bringing Australia's premier national reading event — National Simultaneous Storytime (NSS) — to the SBS On Demand platform.

14/05/2026

‘Holding the National Story: Truth, Memory and Social Cohesion in a Fractured Age’ or ‘Why Libraries

Read the keynote address by Distinguished Professor Larissa Behrendt AO - first presented at ALIA National 2026.

6/05/2026

ALIA and PressReader publish new report on media literacy in Australian public libraries

ALIA and PressReader have released a collaborative report examining how Australian public libraries are supporting media literacy in their communities and where opportunities remain.

6/05/2026

Call for Expressions of Interest – ALIA Artificial Intelligence Working Group

ALIA is setting up an Artificial Intelligence Working Group and is seeking expressions of interests for members until 31 May.

26/03/2026

ALIA and ACSL call for targeted school library funding

ALIA and ACSL join the call for targeted resourcing for school libraries nationally.

11/03/2026

ALIA ACSL & AMLA release Statement on School Libraries and Media Literacy

New statement providing guidance for schools on the development of effective policy and practice in relation to school libraries supporting media literate school communities.

5/03/2026

Foundation Knowledge, Skills and Attributes for Information Professionals: Updated Joint Statement

ALIA, the Australian Society of Archivists (ASA), and Records and Information Management Practitioners Alliance Global (RIMPA Global) have collaborated to substantially strengthen and update a seminal document.

28/01/2026

JALIA Editorial Board – Call for expressions of interest

Expressions of interest are open for ALIA Members to join the JALIA Editorial Board, helping guide Australia’s flagship LIS journal and strengthen its connection to research, practice and professional communities.

28/01/2026

Productivity Commission recommends free access to the Australian Standards

The Productivity Commission has recommended that the government support free access to the Australian Standards (or at least some of them).

6/01/2026

Public Domain Day a big deal for Australia

Public Domain Day 2026 is something special for Australia. After a 20-year drought, published works are finally flowing back into the Australian public domain.

11/12/2025

Celebrating Excellence at the ALIA NSW Awards Night

All the highlights from the ALIA NSW end of year event, including the winners and runners up of the NSW Library and Information Excellence Award.

2/12/2025

ALIA South Australia’s End of Year Celebration 2025

Awards, pins and plenty to celebrate: highlights from the ALIA SA end-of-year event.

1/12/2025

Showcase and celebration in the Top End

A recap of the NT Library & Information Excellence Award Presentation & Project Showcase event held in the Library and Archives Northern Territory (LANT) space in the Danala building, Darwin.

19/11/2025

Announcing the NSW Library & Information Excellence Award shortlist

We are delighted to announce the shortlist for the 2025 NSW Library & Information Excellence Award, presented by the ALIA NSW Regional Group

19/11/2025

Have your say: LIS workforce survey now open

ALIA is conducting a survey to help identify trends, changes and opportunities in Australia's LIS workforce.

19/11/2025

Winner Announcement NT Library & Information Excellence Award 2025

Congratulations to Carol Cheng who has been awarded the NT Library and Information Excellence Award.

19/11/2025

Milestones and achievements celebrated in ALIA Queensland awards

The Annual ALIA Queensland Mini-Conference played host to an award ceremony recognising outstanding achievements of the Queensland library community.

28/10/2025

Announcing the NT Library & Information Excellence Awards 2025 Shortlist

Meet the 4 shortlisted nominees, whose achievements have made a significant impact!

22/10/2025

'Luna Roo' kicks off National Simultaneous Storytime 2026

The wait is over! Announcing the official National Simultaneous Storytime book for 2026.

20/10/2025

Libraries helping communities come together and drive social cohesion

ALIA and the Department of Home Affairs’ Office for Social Cohesion have partnered to support libraries nationwide in delivering programs that strengthen community connection and inclusion.

16/10/2025

Announcing the South Australian Library & Information Awards (SALIAs) 2025 Shortlist

Six exceptional ALIA members have been shortlisted for the South Australian Library & Information Awards (SALIAs) for dedication to the advancement of the LIS sector.

14/10/2025

Australian Public Libraries Statistical Report 2023-24 released

Australians return to libraries in record numbers as cost-of-living drives demand for free public services.

27/08/2025

Celebrating in Style at the ALIAVic Book Week Soirée

On Friday 22nd August the library folk of Victoria dressed in their finest CBCA Book Week regalia and headed to the State Library of Victoria, for the ALIAVic Book Week Soirée.

27/08/2025

A chat with NLS XI keynote speaker Sarah Firth

Hear from Sarah Firth about her creative process, her relationship to libraries and what attendees can expect from her keynote address at NLS XI.

26/08/2025

New course supports cultural respect and reconciliation in Australian libraries

ALIA and Jumbunna launch new course 'Respect and Recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Cultures and Country in Australian Libraries.'

7/08/2025

Help spread the word about the Top 100 Books of the 21st Century

Free resources for libraries to spread the word about Radio National's 'Top 100 Books of the 21st Century' vote.

6/08/2025

Congratulations to our Distinguished Certified Professionals!

Meet the seven professional members who have achieved the esteemed status of Distinguished Certified Professional (DCP).

22/07/2025

Australian Media Literacy Alliance takes major leap forward

The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) welcomes the incorporation of the Australian Media Literacy Alliance. ​

9/07/2025

Strengthening our workforce: ALIA launches revised workforce Framework

Launching the updated aversion of the ALIA Skills, Knowledge and Ethics Framework for the Library and Information Services Workforce.

8/07/2025

Announcing the shortlist for the inaugural Victorian Library and Information Award

The shortlisted nominees demonstrate some of the very best leadership, engagement and community connection in the Victorian library and information sector.

2/07/2025

ALIA goes carbon neutral!

Learn about ALIA's journey to achieving carbon neutral status.