Australian Library Week 2003

'Power Your Mind' was the theme of Australian Library Week 2003. The week was celebrated in Wyong Shire libraries from 12 - 18 May.

The aim of the week was to reinforce the public perception of libraries as a key force in building an 'information literate' society.

Wyong Shire Council's library services used the period to promote the astonishing range of information sources that they offer. For example, some residents may not be aware that there are many free online databases available at all libraries in the Shire. These databases include:

Health and Wellness
This is an online collection of magazines, journals, newspapers, directories and other information on all areas of health. Information available on this database covers fitness, pregnancy, medicines, nutrition, diseases, public health, occupational health and safety, alcohol and drug abuse, prescription drugs, herbal remedies and alternative or complementary treatments.

Australian Public Affairs
This is an online collection of text articles and abstracts dealing with Australian social issues aimed at high school and tertiary level.

MacquarieNet
This provides access to a database of encyclopaedias, articles, dictionaries, images, atlases, links and news items, designed primarily for schools.

Tuggerah and Lake Haven libraries also offer the Australia/New Zealand Reference Centre, an online database of magazines, newspapers, newswires, reference books and company information. This database provides local perceptives on current events, business, sports and many other subjects.

Tuggerah, Lake Haven and The Entrance libraries also have Worldbookonline available for visitors.

Discover resources and lots more at Wyong Shire libraries.

Page last updated: 01/07/2003