Date: Saturday, 2nd August 2025 Venue: McDonald Park Primary School, Mount Gambier Cost: Free
SLASA is excited to bring professional development directly to your region with our Mount Gambier Regional Conference 2025! This event is designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities faced by regional school libraries.
Morning Sessions The morning will focus on practical, actionable strategies that you can implement in your library, covering topics such as:
Library 101: Building Strong Foundations Perfect for those new to library work or those wanting a refresher on running an effective school library.
Promoting Your Library Learn how to advocate for your library within your school community and highlight its vital role in supporting student learning.
Talking About Books Discover tips and strategies for engaging students in reading and fostering a love of literature.
Lunch Provided Enjoy a complimentary lunch while networking and sharing ideas with peers.
Afternoon Library Tours After lunch, join us for special guided visits to two local libraries:
St Martin’s Lutheran College (2-minute drive from McDonald Park Primary School)
Tenison Woods College (10-minute drive across town)
This is a fantastic opportunity to explore different school library environments and gather ideas to take back to your own school.
Join Us for Dinner – Post Conference We’d love for you to join us for a casual dinner following the conference:
Location: Caffe Belgiorno, 7 Percy St, Mount Gambier SA 5290
Time: Saturday evening, 2nd August 2025
Cost: Attendees will cover their own meals and drinks.
If you’re interested in attending the dinner, please let us know when registering your ticket so we can book accordingly.
This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with other library staff in the region, build your skills, and strengthen your library’s role in your school community.
We look forward to seeing you in Mount Gambier!
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