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Building Young Readers One Laugh at a Time: Educator Lachlann Carter Transforms Literacy Skills into Laugh-Out-Loud Adventures with New Big Trouble Series

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Big Trouble with Angry Chairs, the first book in Lachlann Carter’s delightfully spooky and funny Big Trouble series, is here to stir up some mischief. Published by Hardie Grant Children’s Publishing and illustrated by million-copy bestselling artist Douglas Holgate (Last Kids on Earth), the series combines the eerie humour of Goosebumps with the surreal twists … Continued

First Nations student turned author Mia Speed writes children’s book in her Wirangu language that hops into our hearts!

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On 22 October, talented 18-year-old student Mia Speed returned to her former Lincoln Gardens Primary School in Port Lincoln, South Australia to launch her first children’s book written in her Wirangu language.  Inspired by her nieces and nephews who wanted to learn more about their language and culture, the book was created when she was … Continued

Groundbreaking program reducing anxiety in children through art

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The Art Gallery of New South Wales and Black Dog Institute are proud to reveal key research findings demonstrating the positive impact of Culture Dose for Kids, a flagship arts and mental health program that has significantly reduced anxiety in children aged 9–12.  Designed to help children experiencing anxiety, Culture Dose for Kids has been … Continued

Winners announced in Melbourne’s top literature prize

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Winners announced in Melbourne’s top literature prize The winner of the prestigious $60,000 Melbourne Prize for Literature has been announced at Fed Square this evening. The winner, Alexis Wright, has made an outstanding contribution to Australian literature and to cultural and intellectual life. Four winners have also been announced in other prize categories. This year … Continued

Gods, Myths & Mortals: landmark exhibition closing Wednesday 20 November, returning to Greece after 10 years in Australia

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Melbourne, Australia – After 10 remarkable years of captivating audiences, the Hellenic Museum’s Gods, Myths & Mortals: Greek Treasures Across The Millennia exhibition will close its doors on Wednesday 20 November. This extraordinary collection, featuring over 200 objects on loan from the renowned Benaki Museum in Athens, has brought to life over 8,000 years of Greek … Continued