Libraries Change Lives

Public Libraries Victoria

What happens behind the scenes of the projects, partnerships and ideas shaping Victoria's public libraries? Join Angela Savage, Christine Peters and Michelle McLean from Public Libraries Victoria as they chat with library staff, sector leaders and partners about the work happening across our libraries. From early years literacy and community wellbeing to innovation, advocacy and professional practice, each episode explores the challenges, successes and stories behind the projects helping libraries and communities thrive.

Episodes

  1. Jul 20

    The Victorian Public Library Portal

    Christine and Michelle sit down with Zak to explore the origins, evolution, impact, and future direction of the Victorian Public Library Portal. The portal can be found at: https://www.plv.org.au/free/. City of Melbourne Libraries - Morning Melodies at narrm ngarrgu Design and Music: Christine Peters. Editing and Production: Michelle McLean.

  2. Jul 20

    Enhancing Early Years in Libraries

    In the pilot episode of Libraries Change Lives, Public Libraries Victoria shines a light on the people and partnerships behind the Enhancing Early Years in Libraries project. Christine, the project coordinator, joins Michelle to discuss how the initiative is supporting libraries across Victoria through the redevelopment of the Early Years Handbook, new professional learning opportunities and the rollout of the Words Grow Minds campaign. Together, they explore the collaboration, project management and sector-wide expertise that help bring statewide initiatives to life, and why working together is one of the greatest strengths of Victoria’s public library sector. Melbourne City Libraries Bookable Spaces Design and Music: Christine Peters. Editing and Production: Michelle McLean.

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What happens behind the scenes of the projects, partnerships and ideas shaping Victoria's public libraries? Join Angela Savage, Christine Peters and Michelle McLean from Public Libraries Victoria as they chat with library staff, sector leaders and partners about the work happening across our libraries. From early years literacy and community wellbeing to innovation, advocacy and professional practice, each episode explores the challenges, successes and stories behind the projects helping libraries and communities thrive.

Information

  • Creator
    Public Libraries Victoria
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    2
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Public Libraries Victoria
  • Show Website
    Libraries Change Lives