News: recreational reading collection
Welcome back!
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We are very excited to announce that the Barr Smith Reading Room has now reopened for silent study. Please note, there are some changes to access and collections on Level 2 North.
Recreational Reading Collection now on Level 1 South
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The Recreational Reading collection has now moved to Level 1 South of the Barr Smith Library, across from the Yaitya Ngutupira Collection. Come and relax on the comfy reading chairs or take a book home for the break!
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Reading Hour with local author Alys Jackson, 19 September
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Hear from local author, Alys Jackson, grab some morning tea, and settle in with a book at this FREE event for Australian Reading Hour. Barr Smith Library, bookings essential.
[Read more about Reading Hour with local author Alys Jackson, 19 September]
Summer reading
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Bookworms rejoice! Now that exams are over and summer is here there is much more time for reading! Browse these 2018 book lists to find your perfect summer read.
Come and browse: Recreational Reading Collection
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Did you know that reading for just 6 minutes can reduce your stress levels by over 60%?
[Read more about Come and browse: Recreational Reading Collection]