Whispers around the library are that the new building is nearing completion, and hopefully by the time we get to write again for the next newsletter, we will have lots of news to share with you, as well as a brand new space to read in! But for now, the… Read More

One of the things that we like most about a library (and in particular, our library) is that its always in a constant state of change. Sometimes, these changes are only small and other times they make an impact, but every change is important to take note of. As some… Read More

Library Report – February 2022    The dust quite literally settled on the shelves over the Christmas break in our Library, as construction work began on the new wellbeing centre.   If you’ve been into the Library lately, you’ll notice that there have been a few changes! But, a change is… Read More

This year has again thrown a number of challenges at the Library, with much of the last part of the year spent in lockdown and away from our Library. The books have become very lonely without excursions outside of the Library. However, it’s been great to see everyone access Wheelers ebooks… Read More

There are lots of studies that demonstrate just how important reading is; from helping to increase vocabulary, learning to spell, and understanding how sentences work, all the way through to the health benefits which include better empathy, less anxiety and an ability to self-regulate emotions.   The benefits of reading cannot be… Read More

As always, the Library has been very busy organising our collection! We have some fantastic new titles, which are all on display and we are always willing to offer a recommendation. If you haven’t been into the Library for a while, make sure you find time to drop in and see us!   While we… Read More

One of the most incredible aspects of working in the Library is seeing learning in action through the changeover of reading material and the support that our Library receives through consistent visitors.   We love watching our students use the Library resources; lunchtimes are always busy and full of students exercising their critical… Read More

Open Night is an interesting concept for a reader – the library is always open to our students and we work hard to ensure that it is a safe space for everyone. Our books are always open, as well – access to the Wheelers ebook catalogue is available 24/7 and… Read More

The Library has been very busy this month celebrating a range of events, from International Women’s Day and Hearing Awareness Week to Clean Up Australia Day and International Pi Day! Recommendations of titles that you can read that are linked to these great causes have been on display over the month. Go… Read More

Have you been in to visit the Library yet? We have some fantastic new recommendations on display for our Year 7 and 8 students to read during Independent Reading and we encourage you to speak to the Librarians if you need some more ideas. Our non-fiction section is undergoing review… Read More