I'm for learning, sharing and living to our best. I’m for family and friends. I’m for beach walks. I’m for best practice disability access. l'm for libraries.
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8 Jul 2023
In what world are these wheelchair seats at Costa Hall @GeelongArts? Apparently we get to pay for these seats but actually seated in the aisle where the view is the back of other seats and the pillar.
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17 May 2023
Big shout out to Two Way Street for creating AAC chat boards for National Simultaneous Story Time supporting non-verbal readers who want to chat about The Speedy Sloth. #NSS twowaystreet.com.au/product/…
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7 Sep 2022
@Ticketek_AU I’ve been on hold for 50 minutes so far to book accessible parking for Melbourne and Olympic Park. Can you explain again how this process is accessible or even remotely equitable? Even doable? I’d be happy to jump through some hoops, just a bit hard in a wheelchair.
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7 Sep 2022
Seriously@Ticketek_AU!!!! An operator finally answered the phone, spoke for a minute then put me on hold again before the line disconnects. I call back and get a recorded message that as it’s 5:01pm my call will not be answered. You can’t even finish a call started before 5pm?
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24 Jul 2022
Overheard in the flight lounge tonight “Got anything reserved at the library right now?” Love it.
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24 Feb 2022
Out and about today and I needed somewhere quiet to check some emails and gather my thoughts. Wondering where I could do this when a park appeared right outside the local library. All sorted! #MargieVisitsLibraries
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19 Feb 2022
Don't forget applications for this very generous and fitting tribute to Victorian librarian, Charlotte Henry, close soon.
20 Jan 2022
Applications for the Charlotte Henry Study Grant - are now open.
This brand new grant is for an ALIA Member who is studying for a Masters qualification in LIS through an ALIA accredited education provider.
To find out more and to apply, see - bit.ly/3tFdC9u
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16 Feb 2022
Congratulations to #ALIADisability on the great success of your first online professional development event. It's exciting to see so many people interested in improving library services for people living with disability. Pat yourself on the back for a job well done! @ALIANational
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11 Feb 2022
Some of the best experiences in my career have been as part of an organising committee for professional conferences. If you want to chat about what it's like being part of one of these projects please contact me. Happy to be a sounding board. Guessing @RobThomson2528 is likewise.
11 Feb 2022
We are seeking expressions of interest from ALIA Groups and Committees who would like to contribute to LibTech 2023.
ALIA has prepared information on how to prepare an EOI to assist interested parties - email events@alia.org.au for more.
EOIs close 28 March.
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10 Feb 2022
Thanks to @geelonglibrary I’m picking up my hold today for book club. I’ve been listening to the audiobook version but needed a print copy to take to lunch as the clubbers think audio is cheating. We all know you can’t argue with the girls from book club! #MargieVisitsLibraries
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3 Feb 2022
I’ve spend most of my career in non-traditional roles within our industry. We should never underestimate the breadth of opportunities to use our skills.
Australian library professionals in non-traditional roles are invited to participate in a survey surveymonkey.com/r/59ZKXWP. Findings of the survey will be presented at the @aliaconference
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23 Jan 2022
My best Valentines Day memory is an elderly library patron bringing me roses from her garden. She reminded me that when I had issued her loans 3 weeks earlier I'd mentioned the due date was Valentines Day and she was pleased to have a hint of romance in her life #LibraryLoversDay
12 Jan 2022
In the lead up to Library Lovers' Day 2022 we want to hear from you!
DM your favourite quote on love from a book or poem for us to share, or post your own using #LibraryLoversDay.
Visit our website for more ways you can help us celebrate on 14 Feb.
bit.ly/3HFSjIy
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20 Jan 2022
This year will mark the 30th anniversary of my librarian husband and I celebrating our wedding at a library conference. Full of Library Love in the Anderson family. #LibraryLoversDay
12 Jan 2022
In the lead up to Library Lovers' Day 2022 we want to hear from you!
DM your favourite quote on love from a book or poem for us to share, or post your own using #LibraryLoversDay.
Visit our website for more ways you can help us celebrate on 14 Feb.
bit.ly/3HFSjIy
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20 Jan 2022
Those of us who were lucky to have worked with Charlotte Henry in Victorian libraries will be particularly pleased to see this award in her honour. What a generous and fitting tribute by her partner.
20 Jan 2022
Applications for the Charlotte Henry Study Grant - are now open.
This brand new grant is for an ALIA Member who is studying for a Masters qualification in LIS through an ALIA accredited education provider.
To find out more and to apply, see - bit.ly/3tFdC9u
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18 Jan 2022
Interested in working at PROV? We have vacancies for Access Services Officers in North Melbourne and at Ballarat. Applications close shortly! prov.vic.gov.au/about-us/car…
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12 Jan 2022
Key Word Sign Australia has produced some great communication charts about COVID safety. Imagine how terrific it would be if you could master even just a few signs to reassure a library patron. kwsa301595692.files.wordpres…
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20 Nov 2021
Re-entry Toolkits: Helping the Formerly Incarcerated at the Library. Reading about this program both delights and dismays me. I'm so sad the program is needed, but so happy this library has stepped up to provide services for those leaving prison. bit.ly/3qWtSl0
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18 Nov 2021
Post lockdown one of the top priorities on my @ALIAwishlist for 2022 is to visit some of the great new library services. First stop will be @melblibrary's Elizabeth St pop-up library then the Ivanhoe Library and Cultural Hub from @YarraPlentyLib. What's on your #ALIAwishlist?
15 Nov 2021
Calling all ALIA Members! What’s your wishlist for 2022 for you, for work, for libraries?
Post your thoughts using #ALIAwishlist. We’re looking for 10 inspirational ideas to feature in the next edition of INCITE.
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17 Nov 2021
This is just one of my prematurely born sons. He has severe cerebral palsy as a result of being born at 24 weeks gestation and weighing in at a hefty 498grams. This is what living your best life looks like on #WorldPrematurityDay
17 Nov 2021
Today is #WorldPrematurityDay! 💜
Australia leads the way in the technology, research & treatment advancements that means premature babies a much higher chance of survival.
Despite this, prematurity is still a leading cause of cerebral palsy 👉 cerebralpalsy.org.au/sstpost…
#WPD21
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17 Nov 2021
I've just had the pleasure of speaking to outgoing library tech students from Box Hill Institute. Part of my #ALIAwishlist for 2022 is that new graduates have a fruitful job search and gain fabulous positions in the industry. Shine bright new grads! What's on your #ALIAwishlist?
15 Nov 2021
Calling all ALIA Members! What’s your wishlist for 2022 for you, for work, for libraries?
Post your thoughts using #ALIAwishlist. We’re looking for 10 inspirational ideas to feature in the next edition of INCITE.
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29 Oct 2021
Wardian cases, power outages, the impact of shifting populations on school libraries, and Halloween reading recommendations are just some of the topics we covered tonight on the final @ALIANational night chat session for 2021. Thanks to all who joined us. youtube.com/watch?v=TgsWE_dl…
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