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Public libraries today face the challenge of educating and bridging the knowledge gaps of those patrons in their communities who have limited experience with information technology, and few related skills. Connecting people with information, fostering digital skills in the community, and enabling participation in online environments have become core functions of the library. These functions, which are lacking in other public and private spaces, are increasingly relied upon by library users to socialise, develop themselves and conduct their business.

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Some would say living in North Queensland with 90% humidity, raging cyclones, swimming with deadly jellyfish and crocodiles is challenging, yet this is nothing compared to leading staff through major cultural, operational and organisational change.

National Library and Information Technicians' Symposium 2 - 4 September 2015: Hobart, Tasmania. 

Theme: RIGHT HERE – RIGHT NOW: It’s a Devil of a time in libraries.

Delivering library services in a technology connected world, providing services to a society with a ‘Want it here – Need it now’ expectation.

What are the challenges for the Library Technician in ensuring that their library remains relevant and viable in an age of ever changing technology, expectations and the priorities of their Institutions?

The Guidelines for Australian Health Libraries (the Guidelines), provide a framework for health librarians to deliver the best possible health library and information services to their clients. 

The fifth edition of the Guidelines builds on the solid base of previous versions, retaining the same four broad Guideline Areas, divided into more specific criteria against which individual libraries may be assessed. This edition contains a number of important revisions and improvements.

The Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) is committed to reconciliation in Australia. Respect for the diversity and individuality of all people is one of ALIA’s core values, and diversity has been selected by ALIA President, Vicki Edmunds as her Presidential theme for the years 2021-2023.

ALIA National 2022 Conference, 16 May - 19 May 2022 Canberra: Diversity

ALIA National 2022 Conference, 16 May - 19 May 2022 Canberra: Diversity

ALIA National 2022 Conference, 16 May - 19 May 2022 Canberra: Diversity

This conference paper discusses the efforts made, outcomes achieved and lessons learned from Wollongong City Libraries' Workforce Planning Project.

National Library and Information Technicians' Symposium, 30 October - 1 November 2013, Canberra: waves of change.

This paper examines the change management process from the announcement of the change through to the implementation of the new supplier. The paper presents findings from team surveys and interviews conducted throughout the process. Recommendations are given for staff facing similar changes in their own work environments.

ALIA National 2022 Conference, 16 May - 19 May 2022 Canberra: Diversity