Australia Reads
Want to see support for reading prioritised in the next National Cultural Policy? We’re calling on our community to join us in making a submission by 24 May 2026.
Our program manager offers up some tips and advice for EOI applications to the LitUp author in communities program.
This April 20-26, readers can take part a curated ‘crawl’ around the independent bookshops in a range of Australian cities.
Discover research-backed principles for crafting effective reading messages.
Expressions of interest are now open for schools, libraries and bookstores to participate in the second round of the LitUp program.
Australia Reads recognised for its innovative and collaborative approach to building reading rates in Australia and world-first reading research.
What are the most effective strategies for getting more Australians reading? The newly released Reaching Australian readers report offers insights and takeaways for the industry.
What are the most effective strategies to get more Australians reading? This new research report investigates.
Communities around Australia are bringing authors into their schools, libraries and bookstores as part of the LitUp pilot program.
Research from the UK’s National Literacy Trust shows that teenagers value, enjoy and find comfort in reading, but are struggling to prioritise it in their busy lives – with teenage boys showing the biggest drop.
Beloved children’s author steps into Laureate role with a focus on the “horizon-expanding and life-enhancing joys” of reading.
Australia Reads today launches as an independent not-for-profit organisation, steered by an experienced Board of Directors.
