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- Scholarships for women experiencing disadvantage
Introducing the MEGT Foundation Scholarship Program 2027 The MEGT Foundation supports Victorian and South Australian women experiencing disadvantage to re-engage with education and build pathways toward meaningful careers. Through its 12-month scholarship program, the Foundation provides both financial and personal development support to help Scholars pursue their chosen course of study and future employment goals. Expressions of Interest (EOI) are now open for the MEGT… - Melbourne Writers Festival: 2027 Local Libraries Program EOI
Expressions of interest for the MWF Local Libraries Program are now open! Each year, MWF offers a selection of libraries the opportunity to bring a piece of the festival right into their own local community. Working closely with MWF’s programming team, you’ll have access to our wide catalogue of guests to develop an event that best appeals to your community. Past Local Libraries events have featured… - Making Libraries More Accessible: Practical Support for Print Disabilities – WEBINAR 15th September
You are invited to this Vision Australia Library webinar for Victorian public library staff to help to understand and support your patrons who are blind, have low vision or are otherwise print disabled. Webinar attendees will hear about: What print disabilities are and how they affect people’s access to information. Practical measures that librarians can take to ensure their library is accessible. Low-cost accessible tools… - Changing livesA guest post from author and library lover Michael Winkler In 2025, during the seemingly endless wait for 2026 publication of our novels, Wayne Marshall and I hatched a plan. Once our books were in the world, we would travel to towns we loved and places that linked to our books’ locations, and chat with locals. Book festivals are wonderful things – but there are…
- You’re Invited: Helping Public Libraries Expand Access, Learning & Community Impact [SPONSORED WEBINAR]Recently, we shared with Library Managers how Clarivate’s content and technology solutions are helping public libraries expand access, improve efficiency, and strengthen community impact. Join Clarivate for a brief session for Victorian Public Library staff, exploring how we support public libraries through trusted digital content and innovative library technology. In this session we will provide attendees with a concise overview of O’Reilly for Public Libraries…
- ALIAVic: 2026 Book Week Soirée and VLIA PresentationJoin ALIAVic at the beautiful narrm ngarrgu Library to celebrate Children’s Book Week in style. Come dressed as a book character to celebrate in true bookish style. There will be a costume catwalk and award for best costume, and well as drinks and delicious canapés. We will also be celebrating the second annual Victorian Library and Information Award (VLIA) with the shortlisted nominees in attendance and the winner being presented with the bespoke…
- The day the Victorian library sector comes together
The Public Libraries Victoria Conference is more than just a conference – it’s the time our sector comes together. Held only once every three years, it’s a rare opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, reconnect with colleagues from across Victoria and be part of the conversations shaping the future of public libraries. Whether you’re catching up with familiar faces over coffee, exchanging ideas between… - Last Chance to Secure Your Ticket! PLV 2026 Loud and Proud
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