The document discusses the changing role of libraries and information services in Australia. It notes that libraries now face competition for users' time from many online information sources and must adapt by collecting and digitizing resources, collaborating with other organizations, and providing services through multiple channels. It also provides statistics on library use in Australia and outlines some of the work done by ALIA, the national library association, including advocacy, events, research funding, and helping with careers.

1. Australian libraries, ALIA, the world! Roxanne Missingham Australian Parliamentary Librarian

5. Chinese Monks, Carindale Library, Brisbane Thuringowa Central Library Southern Tablelands Regional Library Northern Regional Library & IS Yarra Plenty Regional Library Service

6. New Solutions: Collect

7. New Solutions: Digitise

8. New Solutions: Collaborate