A better read on the future of libraries
Australia’s libraries rose to the challenge during COVID-19, quickly finding new ways to keep Australians reading and providing access to valued services. From live-streaming story-time to posting items to library members, learn how libraries plan to keep adapting to the digital, on-demand age.
Key points
- Local library services quickly shifted online during the COVID-19 lockdown.
- From deliveries to streaming, they brought the library to the home.
- Now they are looking at new opportunities to keep expanding their reach.
When Australia’s libraries were deemed ‘non-essential services’ and closed their doors during the initial lockdown restrictions in April 2020, they were quickly missed. But many found creative ways to continue providing their commu