Ghaw luh a ghāy! That means 'good morning' in Karen (also known as Kayin, Kariang or Kawthoolese), one of the 111 languages spoken in Myanmar — it's also one of the languages we've translated our introductory "Welcome to the Library" brochure into. Karen is also one of the languages spoken by many people in our region.
Australia is now a melting pot of diverse cultures and languages, and our G21 region is no different. To improve our accessibility to the communities within our network, we worked with partners, and used local data to select ten languages. These languages are:
You can also pick a physical copy up at either Colac or Corio library. Or you can view the digital version of each brochure by clicking on the hyperlink in the above language list.
Do you have idea or a suggestion? Please reach out to us.
As our brochures say, in 11 languages (including English!), everyone is welcome!
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This is an opportunity for your community group or organisation to partner with us to present events for our adult audiences that will inform, entertain and enhance social connectedness.
Please note all library branches and mobile libraries will be closed for Friday 29 November for our annual staff training day.
Calling all local makers, artists and creatives! We invite you to apply to sell your wares and creations at our Arts and Craft Market Day on Saturday 7 December
Are you a local Bellarine organisation looking to attract new members, volunteers, or simply raise awareness? The Bellarine Fair is your chance to connect with the community at our amazing Boronggook Drysdale Library,
Please be advised that all our libraries will be closed for the upcoming AFL grand final public holiday on Friday 27 September.
Access to the upper ground entrance to Boronggook Drysdale Library will be unavailable for three days from Monday 9 September.
