Australia Reads
Discover the latest reading rates and statistics
Learn more about the social and health benefits of reading
Discover the latest Australian reader trends and behaviours
Get involved in live events with authors and illustrators
Explore program case studies from Australia and abroad
Find out how you can be a reading advocate
Australia Reads today launches as an independent not-for-profit organisation, steered by an experienced Board of Directors.
We unpack what’s behind the idea of time as a barrier to reading, and how we might use positive approaches to help people fit reading into daily life.
MPs and Senators across the country are talking to their communities about books and reading this summer.
Australia Reads named as a delivery partner to support reading reform in first funding announcement from the Federal body.
Haven’t picked up a book in a while? Here are some tips and tricks to help kickstart your reading journey.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Shadow Arts and Education Minister Julian Leeser are among those speaking out to support reading for children and families
From buying book vouchers to chatting about your favourite reads with friends and family, we’ve compiled a few ideas on how to celebrate reading this holiday season.
We’ve rounded up some insights from Aussie teens to listen to their views on the opportunities and challenges around reading in the digital age, and how adults can best support them.
Find out more about an Australian organisation bringing digital storytelling into classrooms.
Explore top tips on how to support children and teens to bring books and reading back into their daily lives.
Research from South Australia shows that social media use has soared amongst Australian children and teens – at the expense of participation in reading, music and sport.
From enhancing brain development, to increasing bonding with parents and caregivers, research shows a significant range of benefits from reading aloud with young children.