Those of us in library-land are increasingly aware of the larger part that technology plays in all our lives. We are also aware of the larger part that libraries are playing in equipping our clients with STEM based skills, to thrive in this ‘brave new world’. The online world has grown so much in the … Read more
Audiobooks are available for loan from State Library of Queensland to all Queensland public libraries and IKCs. Please complete the online form to order items. The list of titles is on the online catalogue. There are audiobooks to suit everyone from mysteries to romance, non-fiction and junior titles from international and Australian authors. If you’ve … Read more
Moranbah Library find that these are the Droids they were looking for. For all those Star Wars and robot fans out there, the State Library of Queensland has extended their range of tech kits to include an R2D2 Droid kit. In the recent school holidays, little technology buffs had the chance to build their own … Read more
The Rural Libraries Queensland (RLQ) Tourist Membership card is available for interstate and international travellers in rural Queensland. This service is provided by State Library of Queensland and local government. Tourist Card membership gives travellers access to books, DVDs, audiobooks and eresources whilst on the road. Tourist Card members can only borrow and return items … Read more
State Library of Queensland (State Library) will be sharing the story of libraries and Indigenous Knowledge Centres (IKCs) at the Local Government Association of Queensland Annual Conference later this month. As the largest LGAQ event in 2018, the conference is an opportunity not to be missed to advocate on behalf of our state-wide and cohesive … Read more
Do you subscribe to the First 5 Forever newsletter for families? If not, you can subscribe here and receive the monthly newsletter direct to your email inbox. It’s filled with great articles and ideas you can share with families at your story time and rhyme time sessions. The September 2018 issue shared ideas for families … Read more
State Library of Queensland (State Library) is pleased to offer five free tickets to public library and Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) staff to the special screening of Ex-Libris: The New York Public Library, screening as part of the Brisbane International Film Festival, Sunday 21 October 2018 at State Library. Documentary virtuoso Frederick Wiseman’s Ex Libris … Read more
Want to get hands on at a LEGO Education workshop, hear an inspiring talk by the creator of the globally renowned coding platform Scratch, and attend the 2018 ALIA QLD Mini Conference, all in one day? State Library of Queensland (State Library) is offering up to 20 public library and Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) staff … Read more
Interactive technology, robots and the skills of enthusiastic youth across the region have been showcased at Isaac Libraries’ 2018 Tech Fest at the Dysart Civic Centre, held on Saturday, 8 September with around 160 people attending the annual event. Tech Fest gives community members the opportunity to come and get hands-on with all the tech … Read more
As a representative of State Library of Queensland (State Library) I recently attended Asia Pacific Library and Information Conference (APLIC) and as part of that conference, I was able to participate in one day summit regarding Library engagement in the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs are the UN’s aims for a better future … Read more
