(25 Apr 2024) An AI-generated soldier created by a library to inform Australians about the Anzac experience through an online chat has missed the mark after users discovered they could ask him just about anything and embody various characters. The State Library of Queensland launched the AI chatbot ‘Charlie the virtual veteran’ on Tuesday and invited Aussies to ask…
(13 Dec 2019) The State Library of Queensland (State Library) supports a vibrant state-wide network of more than 230 public libraries and Indigenous Knowledge Centre. State Library’s workforce reflects the diversity of the Queensland community. As Director you will provide leadership, direction and management of the Finance and Operations branch which also encompasses Facilities and Administration…
(1 Nov 2019) With a series of workshops, exhibitions and events, the State Library of Queensland aims to revive the atmosphere of the old cafes, restaurants and small businesses that were owned by Greeks in the early 20th century. These iconic meeting places were among the most popular city destinations for thousands of Australians of the time.…
(17 December 2018) The Marketing and Communications branch is responsible for providing marketing, communication, design and audience development solutions for the State Library. It devises strategies that raise the awareness, patronage and the profile of State Library’s services, collections and public programs. Refer to the role description for duties and responsibilities. Closing date is 11…
(25 May 2018) As Digital Design Officer you will support the day to day marketing and promotion of SLQ and its programs through a range of activities. This role will also actively assist with exploring new communication channels, new audience bases and new ways to use more traditional forms of communication. Responsibilities expand across web,…
State Library’s Design Minds received a prestigious Good Design Award in the Digital Design category in recognition for outstanding design and innovation. (18 May 2018) The winners of Australia’s Good Design Awards, the highest honour for design innovation in Australia, were announced at the Sydney Opera House last night. The awards celebrate the best new products and…
(9 March 2018) The Collection Building team plays a key role in implementing SLQ’s Content Strategy. Bringing a strategic focus to growing and maintaining SLQ’s Memory and Extraordinary Collections, the Collection Building team applies a comprehensive understanding of existing collections, Queensland history, current trends and clients’ needs to ensure SLQ’s collections are diverse, representative and…
(19 January 2018) The teams forming the Visitor and Information Services branch are dedicated to providing a high quality client experience to all visitors. The Client Experience team is responsible for the review, development and implementation of key client services and policies. Schools Engagement takes the lead in forging connections between school communities and SLQ.…
(10 March 2015, Adelaide, Australia) Ex Libris Group, a world leader in library automation services, is pleased to announce that the State Library of Queensland (SLQ) is live with Ex Libris Alma. An institution with a history of leadership in library technology, SLQ was the first Australian library to implement the Ex Libris Primo discovery…
(15 October 2014) The State Library of Queensland has opened up free access to 60 000 high-resolution out-of-copyright and Creative Commons licensed photographs. The high-resolution TIFF images, which can be downloaded from the SLQ catalogue, contain a range of historic and contemporary images of Queensland people, places and events. “We believe wholeheartedly in making our…