ALIA Schools

For the love of libraries - an ALIA Schools podcast

Education EN ↓ 4 episodes

Bringing together library professionals from all walks of life, For the Love of Libraries will create a space for sharing knowledge, discussing current trends, and exploring how we can all continue to make a positive impact on the educational experience of students and teachers. Created by the ALIA Schools Special Interest Group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Bridging the Gap in School Library Staffing - Building Volunteer Capacity with Courtney Nolan-McLeod 30.04.2026 28:42

In this episode, Courtney Nolan-McLeod, teacher of Library and Information Services at TAFE NSW, joins Lily from the For the Love of Libraries team to explore how targeted upskilling and community partnerships can breathe new life into under-resourced school libraries. Courtney shares the story behind the Primary School Library Skill Set Short Course, an innovative program developed...

Building a Nation of Readers - a conversation with Anna Burkey 25.03.2026 33:04

In this episode, Anna Burkey, CEO of Australia Reads, joins Lily from the  For the Love of Libraries  team to explore how a national, collaborative approach can strengthen Australia’s reading culture. She shares insights from the  Understanding Australian Readers report, focusing on the reading journey, and highlights practical and innovative ways schools can support diverse readers while also add...

Leading with Values: Cathie Warburton on School Library Impact and Advocacy 02.12.2025 29:57

In our first episode, Cathie Warburton, CEO of ALIA, joins Rosie from the For The Love of Libraries team to explore the core values that shape school libraries and the professionals who lead them. Cathie shares her unique path from a career in law to her role at ALIA, emphasising the importance of aligning personal values with professional roles. Together, they discuss the vital contribution that...

For the Love of Libraries - Trailer 18.11.2025 2:30

Welcome to For The Love of Libraries, the official podcast of the ALIA Schools Special Interest Group. As Australia's first podcast dedicated to the school library sector, we are here to connect you, inspire your practice, and share the untold stories from the stacks. Discover practical insights and celebrate the vital role of library professionals and educators in making the library the essential...