This year I’d like to think of Library Lover’s Day as an opportunity celebrate some of the amazing work that libraries are doing toward ensuring a sustainable future. Sustainability kits and induction hobs. With rising cost of living and the...
4 ins and outs of sustainability in 2024
Ins and out are all the rage on podcasts at the start of 2024. We thought we’d join in the fun with our own list of things that are in and out in the world of sustainability. As we inch closer to 2030 and try to reach the targets of the UN...
3 ways to make friends while helping the planet
Saving the planet is not a solitary task. It takes many hands and many voices. Kate Leaver in her book The friendship cure states decisively that friendship is the cure to our modern epidemic of loneliness. We couldn’t agree more so if you’re...
Goldfields Libraries: Sustainable House Kits in high demand
On formulating a new Strategic Plan for 2021-2025, Goldfields Libraries undertook extensive community consultation to ensure that our priorities aligned with the needs and aspirations of the individuals and communities of our region. This...
In a cost of living crisis here’s 5 ways you can get books for cheap (or free)!
Electricity prices are going up, the grocery shopping is costing more and let’s not get started about what’s happening to interest rates. Never fear, amongst this climate of money anxiety and worry about how you’re going to keep up with the rising...