Library News

Celebrate Stories – Meet the Authors Who Write Them

While we have the opportunity to host author talks at the Ironside Library from time to time, taking your child to a book launch or author event is another fantastic way to nurture their love of reading. In these smaller, more personal settings, you can explore the inspiration behind a story, chat with the author, and gain tips for budding writers. We recently spotted an upcoming launch for Brisbane author Charlotte Barkla's latest historical fiction (recommended mid to upper primary), whose books are always in high demand in our library.

Book Week Incursion - Perform Education

As part of Ironside's Book Week celebrations, the Book Week team have organised an exciting incursion, Treasure Hunt by Perform Education. Students will enjoy an interactive musical adventure that brings to life a selection of the CBCA 2025 Shortlisted Books. 

Consent forms will be distributed via QParents in Week 4, with an invoice for $9.50 issued. If your child will be absent, please advise their classroom teacher.

House Reading Cup

One week til the start of the Reading Cup! The House Reading Cup is a friendly school-wide competition where students earn points for their house by borrowing and reading books. 

At the end of the competition, the house with the most points wins the coveted House Reading Cup. Can Flinders retain the cup this year? The winning house will be announced at the Week 10 Book Week assembly. 

When: Starts Monday Week 6. Finishes Friday Week 9

Who: School wide

How: Students can earn a point for their house each time they borrow or by reading in the library.

CBCA turns 80

Did you spot the lights of Brisbane turning blue and white on Saturday 16 August? The Children’s Book Council of Australia is celebrating 80 years of inspiring young readers and promoting quality literature. To celebrate Brisbane’s Story Bridge was lit up in celebration!