Seeding the cloud
(6 November 2014) Powerpoints and audio for Seeding the cloud: library collaboration in the digital age held 31 October 2014 in Canberra and hosted by Libraries Australia, can be enjoyed via the NLA website.
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Latest Australian public libraries statistics released
(16 October 2014) 2012-2013 statistical report for Australian public libraries gives a snapshot of the services and resources provided by public libraries, and their usage. In 2012-2013: Australia had 1515 public library service points, with 1439 fixed point libraries and 76 mobile libraries more than 7 out of 10 public libraries were open for more…
Partnering with Ooredoo to drive access to information in Myanmar
(4 October 2014) Beyond Access has announced that the Myanmar Book Aid & Preservation Foundation (MBAPF), in cooperation with the Myanmar Ministry of Information, Ooredoo and IREX, launched the Beyond Access Myanmar program. The program will expand upon the work of MBAPF and Beyond Access in Myanmar over the past year to transform the country’s…
Outernet, the world’s first global library goes live today
(1 October 2014) Today, Outernet launched in full beta. Outernet styles itself as Humanity’s Public Library. Founded in February 2014, Outernet broadcasts the most important content from the web from satellites for free. Users can access the Outernet signal using a homemade receiver built from widely available components, instructions for which are available on the Outernet…
App discovery day in Bangkok
(30 September 2014) If you’re in Bangkok on Friday, 17 October Beyond Access invites you to “App Discovery Day” at TK Park from 2-4pm. Beyond Access is a program implemented by IREX that helps countries modernize their public library systems. We’re gathering a group of people together to explore how tablets can be used in…
Award for innovative public library education services
The EIFL Public Library Innovation Award for services contributing to education of children and adults is now open. This call for applications is open to public and community libraries in developing and transition countries that use information and communication technology (ICT) in creative ways to contribute to education of children or adults. The prize includes…
Shek Kip Mei Library opens in Hong Kong
(18 September 2014) Shek Kip Mei Public Library officially opened today, offering a host of library services to residents of Sham Shui Po District. Speaking at the launch ceremony, Director of Leisure & Cultural Services Michelle Li noted the library will meet the increasing demand for community facilities and improved library services in the district.…
Library app launches in Hong Kong
(8 September 2014) The Leisure & Cultural Services Department launched “My Library” today, the official Hong Kong Public Libraries mobile application for both iOS and Android platforms. The app provides useful functions, including access to personal library accounts; searching, reserving and renewing of library materials; locating the nearest libraries; listing library addresses and contact information;…
How a new Dutch library smashed attendance records [2]
(20 August 2014) ACCESS recently reported on the record breaking Nieuwe Bibliotheek (New Library) in The Netherlands. The story by Cat Johnson was originally carried in Shareable. The New Library has since attracted a lot of attention. Wim Ruigrok provides background to the library’s success which saw 100,000 visitors in its first two months and in…
New award for public libraries contributing to education
(12 August 2014) The EIFL Public Library Innovation Award for services contributing to education of children and adults is now open. This call for applications is open to public and community libraries in developing and transition countries that use information and communication technology (ICT) in creative ways to contribute to education of children or adults.…