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Prize Winning Australian Writing

Posted on August 27, 2018 by Librarians with Altitude

There is something for nearly everyone this week, with the winners of the 2018 Miles Franklin Award and Ned Kelly Awards announced over the weekend. Michelle de Krester has collected her second Miles Franklin Award for her novel The Life … Continue reading →

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Miles Franklin Shortlist 2017

Posted on June 28, 2017 by Librarians with Altitude

Are you ready for the announcement of the Miles Franklin Award winner in September? The short list was announced this month, and you will find the books at Blue Mountains Library. Each of the authors is a first time nominee and … Continue reading →

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Mayoral Awards – Summer Reading Challenge

Posted on March 1, 2013 by Librarians with Altitude

A big congratulations to all of the wonderfully keen readers who took part in our recent Summer Reading Challenge. 532 children registered for the program, 604 log sheets were returned and 9,900 books were read in total! This is a fantastic result. Last … Continue reading →

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