Australia Reads
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Research shows that not enjoying or prioritising book browsing is a major barrier to reading for many people. So how do we make it easy and enjoyable for them?
Reading put on the agenda as part of New South Wales’ first ever writing and literature strategy
UK chancellor commits to funding for a library in every state primary school in England by 2029
A new report from the National Institute of Education offers key insights into the global decline in young people’s reading.
A new report from the National Institute of Education in Singapore offers evidence-based principles to engage young people in reading
The Words Grow Minds campaign has received $5.2 million in funding from the Office for Early Childhood Development.
New funding will enable libraries to provide better access to books for children and young people in Victoria
Reading aloud to people undergoing cancer treatment may reduce stress, anxiety and depression, and improve wellbeing according to a new South Australian study
Denmark the latest country to implement bold new policies to increase reading rates
This year’s Love Your Bookshop day will be held on October 11 with the theme: “Discover the Magic. Discover You.”
Congratulations to the 27 communities taking part in the first LitUp live literature program
The new $200,000 grant is open to any bookstore with a dedicated children’s section for a project designed to attract young readers.