Minister for Climate Change and Water, Senator Penny Wong recently launched a collection of writing and art by children from across the Murray-Darling Basin.
Liquid Gold is an anthology of children's stories, poetry and artwork about water and environmental issues affecting the Basin. Launched at Ainslie Primary School, the book is the culmination of a year's work at schools across the Basin through the Murray-Darling Basin Commission's (MDBC) Special Forever program.
"The poetry, prose and paintings in this book tell the story of the impact that water shortages are having on the environment and the families of these children. Their work reminds us that climate change and water shortages are intergenerational challenges and we must take action to prepare Australia for the future." Senator Wong said.
28 February 2008
"Liquid Gold" - an anthology of children's stories, poetry and artwork about water and environmental issues
26 February 2008
Riddle of the Week
An old farmer died and left 17 cows to his three sons. In his will, the farmer stated that his oldest son should get 1/2, his middle son should get 1/3, and his youngest son should get 1/9 of all the cows. The sons, who did not want to end up with half cows, sat for days trying to figure out how many cows each of them should get.
One day, their neighbour came by to see how they were doing after their father's death. The three sons told him their problem. After thinking for a while, the neighbour said: "I'll be right back!" He went away, and when he came back, the three sons could divide the cows according to their father's will, and in such a way that each of them got a whole number of cows.
Last week's riddle:
It's always 1 to 6, it's always 15 to 20, it's always 5, but it's never 21, unless it's flying.
Question: What is this?
The answer is: a dice.
"It's always 1 to 6": the numbers on the faces of the dice,
"it's always 15 to 20": the sum of the exposed faces when the dice comes to rest after being thrown,
"it's always 5": the number of exposed faces when the dice is at rest,
"but it's never 21": the sum of the exposed faces is never 21 when the dice is at rest,
"unless it's flying": the sum of all exposed faces when the dice is flying is 21 (1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6).
One day, their neighbour came by to see how they were doing after their father's death. The three sons told him their problem. After thinking for a while, the neighbour said: "I'll be right back!" He went away, and when he came back, the three sons could divide the cows according to their father's will, and in such a way that each of them got a whole number of cows.
Last week's riddle:
It's always 1 to 6, it's always 15 to 20, it's always 5, but it's never 21, unless it's flying.
Question: What is this?
The answer is: a dice.
"It's always 1 to 6": the numbers on the faces of the dice,
"it's always 15 to 20": the sum of the exposed faces when the dice comes to rest after being thrown,
"it's always 5": the number of exposed faces when the dice is at rest,
"but it's never 21": the sum of the exposed faces is never 21 when the dice is at rest,
"unless it's flying": the sum of all exposed faces when the dice is flying is 21 (1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6).
25 February 2008
Menopause: Facts & Fallacies
Seen Menopause the Musical?
Come along to MENOPAUSE: FACTS & FALLACIES
At Civic Library from 12.30pm on Monday 3 March 2008.
You are invited to a talk and Q&A by Dr Linda Welberry. Dr Welberry is a GP with a special interest in women's health. She works in General Practice and has worked at Sexual Health and Family Planning for many years, including conducting a menopause clinic for almost ten years.
Bookings not required, just drop in.
Come along to MENOPAUSE: FACTS & FALLACIES
At Civic Library from 12.30pm on Monday 3 March 2008.
You are invited to a talk and Q&A by Dr Linda Welberry. Dr Welberry is a GP with a special interest in women's health. She works in General Practice and has worked at Sexual Health and Family Planning for many years, including conducting a menopause clinic for almost ten years.
Bookings not required, just drop in.
22 February 2008
Find the library at the Canberra Show
Are you heading to the Canberra Show this weekend? Make sure you find the Territory And Municipal Services stand, which includes the Library, so you can enter the competition to win a fantastic prize. Hint: the stand is in the Budawang Pavilion (Leisure and Lifestyle).
20 February 2008
Multicultural Collections in the ACT Public Library
The ACT Public Library has over 30 collections in languages other then English. Books, magazines, CDs, DVDs and newspapers are available in these languages. More information on this service is available here.
New multicultural material received by the Library in January can be found at New Items.
Language collections are also available in the ACT through other organisations. For more information, click here.
New multicultural material received by the Library in January can be found at New Items.
Language collections are also available in the ACT through other organisations. For more information, click here.
19 February 2008
Free Online Tutoring Service for Students
With school back, students can get online help with their school work via Your Tutor, just one of the great free resources available on the ACT Virtual Library.
This online tutoring service is available Monday to Friday from 4pm to 8pm, and is suitable for students from Years 4 through to 12. Tutors are able to assist with a range of subjects including Maths, Science, English and research skills. Click here to access Your Tutor.
This online tutoring service is available Monday to Friday from 4pm to 8pm, and is suitable for students from Years 4 through to 12. Tutors are able to assist with a range of subjects including Maths, Science, English and research skills. Click here to access Your Tutor.
15 February 2008
Riddle of the Week
Always & Never
It's always 1 to 6, it's always 15 to 20, it's always 5, but it's never 21, unless it's flying.
The Question: What is this?
Last week's riddle:
Question: You walk up to a mountain that has two paths. One leads to the other side of the mountain, and the other will get you lost forever. Two twins know the path that leads to the other side. You can ask them only one question. Except! One lies and one tells the truth, and you don't know which is which. So, what do you ask?
Answer:
You ask each twin "What would your brother say?" This works because.... Well let's say the correct path is on the left side. So say you asked the liar "What would your brother say?" Well, the liar would know his brother was honest and he would say the left side, but since the liar lies, he would say right. If you asked the honest twin the same question, he would say right, because he knows his brother will lie. Therefore, you would know that the correct path was the left!
It's always 1 to 6, it's always 15 to 20, it's always 5, but it's never 21, unless it's flying.
The Question: What is this?
Last week's riddle:
Question: You walk up to a mountain that has two paths. One leads to the other side of the mountain, and the other will get you lost forever. Two twins know the path that leads to the other side. You can ask them only one question. Except! One lies and one tells the truth, and you don't know which is which. So, what do you ask?
Answer:
You ask each twin "What would your brother say?" This works because.... Well let's say the correct path is on the left side. So say you asked the liar "What would your brother say?" Well, the liar would know his brother was honest and he would say the left side, but since the liar lies, he would say right. If you asked the honest twin the same question, he would say right, because he knows his brother will lie. Therefore, you would know that the correct path was the left!
14 February 2008
Valentine's Day
Today is Valentine's Day, which is observed by most Western and Western-influenced cultures throughout the world. Find out about some other similar celebrations in other parts of the world eg. China's Night of Sevens and Japan's White Day.
Don't forget, today is also Library Lovers Day. Borrow a book, CD, DVD or magazine at any ACT Public Library and get a free Library bag while stocks last.
Don't forget, today is also Library Lovers Day. Borrow a book, CD, DVD or magazine at any ACT Public Library and get a free Library bag while stocks last.
13 February 2008
National Apology to the Stolen Generations
A national apology to the Stolen Generations was made in the House of Representatives shortly after 9:00 am today, 13 February 2008.
It is an important day for all Australians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous. Some key links to information on indigenous reconciliation are available at:
It is an important day for all Australians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous. Some key links to information on indigenous reconciliation are available at:
Wind in the Willows
2008 marks the centenary of the publication of Wind in the Willows. The Wind in the Willows remains one of the world’s best-loved children’s classics. Estimated worldwide sales exceed 25 million copies across 70 countries.
There is an interesting, rather sad article on Kenneth Grahame here.
Books Illustrated will be celebrating the centenary of this masterpiece by putting together an exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts, LAPADA fair which will be held in May, 2008. Click here for a preview of some the beautiful illustrations.
There is an interesting, rather sad article on Kenneth Grahame here.
Books Illustrated will be celebrating the centenary of this masterpiece by putting together an exhibition at the Royal Academy of Arts, LAPADA fair which will be held in May, 2008. Click here for a preview of some the beautiful illustrations.
Share the Love @ your local library on Valentine's Day
Canberrans are invited to join thousands of people across Australia to visit their local ACT Library to celebrate Library Lovers Day tomorrow.
Library Lovers Day is a joint event organised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and Public Libraries Australia. More information on Library Lovers Day is available here.
Sylvia Marshall, Chairperson of Public Libraries Australia says "many of us love to spend time in our favourite libraries.... and our libraries are changing with the times; they are modern, vibrant and welcoming places."
Borrow a book, CD, DVD or magazine on 14 February and get a free Library bag from the ACT Public Library (while stocks last)!
Library Lovers Day is a joint event organised by the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and Public Libraries Australia. More information on Library Lovers Day is available here.
Sylvia Marshall, Chairperson of Public Libraries Australia says "many of us love to spend time in our favourite libraries.... and our libraries are changing with the times; they are modern, vibrant and welcoming places."
Borrow a book, CD, DVD or magazine on 14 February and get a free Library bag from the ACT Public Library (while stocks last)!
08 February 2008
A Window on Sardinia
Discover the hidden treasues of Sardinia on the Mezzanine level at Civic Library. "A Window on Sardinia" is an exhibition of jewellery, ceramics, and textiles. View samples of the famous knives, cork products and baskets. Open until 12th February 2008 during library opening hours
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