Reading Hour for 2017
Will you be participating in the Reading Hour on September 14? The Australian Reading Hour is an important annual campaign to encourage Australians of all ages to read. Stop what you're doing for just one hour and curl up in your favourite chair with a book. It's that easy! And don’t forget to share your love of reading with your children. Reading a book with your child for ten minutes a day, just an hour a week, gives your child the best chance of becoming a good reader.
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2017 Rolf Boldrewood Literary Awards
Australian Prose and Poetry Writing Competition. Just a reminder that entries close on September 29. Now in their 11th year, these awards honour Rolf Boldrewood, the pen name of Thomas Browne, who, during his time as a police magistrate in Dubbo, wrote Robbery Under Arms, one of the first major novels. The competition aims to foster the writing of prose and poetry with an Australian theme. First prize will be $500 and a limited edition bust of Rolf Boldrewood (value $100), Second Prize $250 and third prize $50. Highly Commended certificates will be awarded at the judge’s discretion. More information on the competition can be found on the library website at www.mrl.nsw.gov.au
Narromine branch on 6889 1088 or Trangie branch on 6888 7501.
