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Premier's Reading Challenge

Premier's Reading Challenge

The NSW Premier's Reading Challenge has kicked off again for 2026! If you or your child are interested in taking part, please read the instructions below.

Your child can access their profile either by going directly to the Premier's Reading Challenge website or by searching for the application block within their student portal. Please see the direct link to the website below:

2026 Premier's Reading Challenge Website

Once on the website, click Login in the top-right corner of the page. You will be prompted to enter your child’s school login and password, the same credentials they use to access computers at school.

After logging in, you will see several options, including adding books to your reading record, exploring reading lists, and accessing other helpful information.

The Challenge will close on Friday, 18 September 2026, at 11:59 pm. Don’t miss out!

Willoughby Library Holiday Activities

With the holidays fast approaching, here are some holiday activities offered by the Willoughby Council Library Please click the picture below to visit their website and explore their holiday program.

A Blast From the Past 

Libraries across the world rely on the generosity of others in form of donations. This week Mr Matthews was visiting a school on the Northern Beaches that has unfortunately had to close its doors. He was invited to look through their library for books to take back to our shelves and he came across a decent copy of the Websters International Dictionary, published in 1935 making the book 91 years old . Please see some pictures below of the book. 

The book was in need of repairs which Ms Lee is currently doing. Hopefully it will be ready for display and a permanent place in our libraries collection for future generations to enjoy.

The library team wishes you a Happy Easter and hopes everyone has a safe and relaxing holiday. We’ll see you next term. 

Keep on reading!