New book takes young readers on Lake Mac adventures Published on 15 November 2024 Shrinking the iconic Fernleigh Track from 15km to just 60cm was just one of the challenges Illustrator Chrissy McYoung faced when bringing to life a new book showcasing Lake Macquarie and all its splendour. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Partial closure across our libraries Published on 13 November 2024 All Lake Mac Libraries branches will be closed from 9am to 1:30pm on Thursday 28 November for a staff development day. Tagged as: , News
Final chapter for Lake Mac Libraries late fees Published on 05 November 2024 Lake Mac Libraries is closing the book on late fees past and present in a bid to encourage more people to use the service, and to entice bookworms back to their local branch. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Festival shines light on city’s rich history Published on 01 November 2024 History buffs will be spoilt for choice over the next 10 days as one of the Hunter’s biggest retrospective festivals rolls out across Lake Macquarie. Tagged as: , Media Releases
BaRK takes bite out of nerves for young readers Published on 01 November 2024 Canine companions are proving the paw-fect partners for primary school kids facing challenges with reading. Tagged as: , Media Releases
Stan Grant set to headline History Illuminated Published on 01 October 2024 Journalist, presenter and author Stan Grant will offer a glimpse behind the curtain of his illustrious four-decade career as part of this year’s History Illuminated Festival in Lake Macquarie. Tagged as: , Media Releases
New Windale Hub throws out book on traditional library design Published on 21 August 2024 The changing face of public libraries in Australia will be revealed on Saturday with the opening of the state-of-the-art Windale Hub, bilyabayi, in Lake Macquarie. Tagged as: , Media Releases
New hours for selected libraries Published on 09 May 2024 Opening hours at Sugar Valley Library Museum, Charlestown Library and Toronto Library will change from 3 June 2024. Tagged as: , News
Masterchef champ Julie Goodwin to headline Write Here Festival Published on 19 April 2024 Masterchef champion-turned-bestselling-author Julie Goodwin is set to headline this year’s Write Here festival in Lake Mac. Tagged as: , Media Releases