Library News
Welcome to Our Library!
A huge welcome to all our brand-new Year 7 students! It has been so lovely to see so many of your smiling faces and I am so excited to officially welcome you to our secondary school library — a place that’s going to become your quiet escape, your study hub, your imagination station, and maybe even your favourite spot in the whole school!
This is your space. Whether you love epic fantasy adventures, laugh-out-loud graphic novels, true stories that inspire you, or books that help you figure out life (and homework!), there’s something here waiting just for you. Not sure what you like yet? Even better — that’s what Year 7 is for! Come in and explore and ask for recommendations – you can call me by my first name Niamh - I love helping students find their next great read!
From Psycho Bums to Treetop Adventures
Andy Griffiths appointed as national ambassador for Australian children’s literature
Our much-loved children's author Andy Griffiths turns a new page as the Australian Children’s Laureate for 2026-2027.
The Children’s Laureate is a dedicated advocate for reading and Australian children’s literature. Their role is to champion important issues affecting the entire industry, including creators, reading advocates, educators, librarians, booksellers and publishers.
Every Laureate has a mission for their two-year term. Griffith’s mission statement for 2026 and 2027 is ‘Reading is an Adventure’.
Students can find a wide collection of Andy Griffith’s books in our library, including his latest book – ‘You & Me and the Peanut Butter Beast’ and all the books in his famous Treehouse series. Congratulations Andy!
What’s Hot!
Looking for your next great read? This collection has something for everyone.
The Flip Side: A Graphic Novel by Jason Walz is a supernatural survival story about friendship, fate, and what happens when you try to flip your luck—literally. The novel is full of emotion, unravelling threads of grief and depression. With expressive artwork, it’s an easy read that will guide students to think and reflect.
Roadmasters by Dave Morley shifts gears into the world of cars, exploring 150 vehicles that changed history through innovation, design, speed, and cultural impact—it’s basically a greatest-hits album of automotive legends.
Sheltered by Melody Horrell - Stories of rescue animals and the people who were saved by them - explores the power of love between people and their adopted animals. Real-life and heartfelt, these stories showcase the deep bonds forged between rescue animals, whether they be dogs, cats, ferrets, horses, rabbits or donkeys, and the people who give them a second chance.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens and The Six Most Important Decisions You’ll Ever Make by Sean Covey are packed with practical advice for students about confidence, friendships, goals, relationships, and making smart life choices—without sounding preachy.
Hamlet Is Not OK by R.A. Spratt delivers relatable chaos, proving that school life can be dramatic in the best (and worst) ways. The book is a modern retelling of Shakespeare's classic play, where the 15-year-old protagonist Selby finds herself transported into the world of Hamlet, navigating its complexities with humour and insight.
And Trash by Andy Mulligan is a fast-paced adventure set in a world of poverty and corruption, where three boys stumble upon a mystery bag in trash that could change their lives forever.
Together, these books offer laughs, life lessons, real-world inspiration, and edge-of-your-seat storytelling - so students whatever you’re in the mood for, there’s a story here ready for loan in our library.
Library Opening Hours
Make your way up to S3 on the Southern level!
Monday - Thursday
9.30am-2.30pm.
The library is open at recess and lunchtime.
Student ID Cards
A reminder to all students that your Compass Student ID card is also your library card. Please bring your student ID card to the library when you would like to borrow.
Book Returns
Please Return any books to the RETURNS BOX at the entrance to the library on Southern level (S3).
During a library class students are to return books to the shelves when they have finished with them, respectfully leaving the space as they found it ready for the next class.
Niamh McPhelimy
Library Manager
