News, Events and Exhibitions
A new home for library treasures: the Rare Books Room opens
After months of construction, planning and plenty of noise from the basement, Dalton McCaughey Library’s new Rare Books Room is officially open!
Celebrating forty years of ANZTLA
ANZTLA (Australia New Zealand Theological Library Association) is celebrating its fortieth anniversary on the 26th of August. Dalton McCaughey Library will host the librarians from the Victorian-Tasmanian chapter on this day. In leading up to this celebration, library staff have created book-spine poetry reflecting on the value of theological librarianship.
1000 Paper Cranes for Peace
The Dalton McCaughey Library community is making something special in the lead-up to International Peace Day on 15 September. 1,000 paper cranes for peace. That’s an ambitious community goal, so folding has started early. Building peace is bigger than an art project; but it can start with strong communities, reflective traditions, and inspiring symbols. And…
Five Encouraging Writing Tips from Paula Gooder
Writing can be slow, uncertain, and sometimes difficult work. But as Gooder reminded us: it’s also generative, surprising, and full of life. Especially when you give yourself permission to start.
The Bartholomew Project
Over two days at the Dalton McCaughey Library, twelve Bayside Christian College students in Year 10/11 displayed an impressive aptitude and interest in biblical studies. They have generously published several of their exegetical and devotional writings for the use of library visitors.