News from the Library
Book Week Is Almost Here
Let the Storytelling Begin!
Get ready—Book Week is coming next week, Mon 18 - Fri 22 Aug, and the library has a whole line-up of awesome events! Whether students are die-hard readers or just looking for something fun to do, we've got something that will spark their imagination. Students are encouraged to swing by the Library and dive into the adventure. Remember, Book Week is more than just books—it’s about connection, creativity, and community. Keep an eye out for photos in the next newsletter!
Shadow Judging: Students Pick Their Winners
Our student Shadow Judges have wrapped up their final deliberations and cast their votes for the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) Books of the Year.
Older Readers: A Wreck of Seabirds — a haunting, coastal gothic tale set in Western Australia, where grief and secrets swirl like sea mist.
Eve Pownall Award (Information Books): Flora — a stunning celebration of Australia’s weird, wild, and wonderful plants, looking into their history, quirks and uses, and how vital they are for our unique ecosystems
Next week, our judges will gather one last time to watch the official CBCA winners announcement and see if other student Shadow Judges around Australia agreed with their choices. Rumour has it there will be popcorn 😊
Book Swap + End-of-Week Party = Double the Fun
Got a book you’ve loved and want to pass on? Bring it to the Library by next Wednesday, 20 August, and grab a ticket to our Book Swap Party on Friday 22 August! Every participant will walk away with a fresh read—and maybe a new favourite. The swap will be part of our Book Week Finale Party, a celebration of all things bookish. Note: This is an invitation-only event, so don’t miss your chance to be part of the story!
Insight Creative Writing Competition 2025
Closes soon – Mon 1st September
The 2025 Insight Creative Writing Competition is open to high school students all across Australia—and it’s free to enter! Students could win a share of $3000 in cash prizes, and if your story is shortlisted it will be read by famous Australian authors such as Reimena Yee (Séance Tea Party, and The Makers Club), Jack Henseleit (The Witching Hours series), and Isobelle Carmody (Obernewtyn Chronicles).
This year’s optional theme is “Soulmates” Interpret it your way - romantic, platonic, cosmic, or completely unexpected - or you can write about anything you like. If you enjoy writing, this is your chance to show what you can do. If you’ve got a story to tell, Insight wants to read it. Entries close 1st September. Download the Conditions of Entry and Submission Form here
Science Week in the Library
Theme: Decoding the Universe – Exploring the Unknown with Nature’s Hidden Language
This week is Science Week, and it’s time to celebrate the wonders of the universe—both the mind-blowing and the everyday. Whether you're firing up your toaster, streaming a video, or wondering how your dinner got from farm to fork, science is behind it all.
If science feels a bit intimidating, don’t worry—we’ve got you covered. Swing by the Library to explore our Science Week display, packed with books that break down complex ideas and reveal the magic behind the mechanics. You can also find links to awesome science websites and podcasts on our Teams announcement. Check out What the Duck!—a quirky podcast diving into Australia’s most underrated animals. Vote for your favourite and discover the wild side of science!
So, how will you science this National Science Week? Come explore, get curious, and decode the universe with us.
Joanne Montgomery & Andrea Daniels
Library Staff