The Next Horizon
Strategic Visioning for Queensland public libraries 2013 – 2017
Expanding Horizons: 2008-2012 is a collaborative positioning paper that provides a framework for the development of 21st century public library services in Queensland.
State Library of Queensland, the Queensland Public Libraries Association (QPLA) and the Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) have been working with you to develop a new vision for Queensland public libraries into the future - The Next Horizon: Strategic Visioning for Queensland public libraries 2013-2017.
Consultation
Consultation sessions were held in conjunction with Queensland Public Libraries Association regional meetings as follows:
- Dalby -- 21st February, 2012
- Rockhampton -- 2 March, 2012
- Brisbane -- 28 March, 2012
- Townsville -- 20 April, 2012
The Next Horizon consultation paper [new window 
347kb] explores selected local, national and international issues facing Queensland public libraries. It is intended to stimulate thought and encourage comment. Responses to this paper closed 30 April 2012
User and Non User surveys closed 4 May 2012
Telephone interviews with Indigenous Knowledge Centre and Country Lending Service stakeholders completed 4 May 2012
Thank you to all who responded
The visioning document will be completed by December 2012.
Key Documents and Resources
The Next Horizon consultation paper [new window 347kb]
‘The 21st Century Public Library’ consultation presentation [new window 501kb]
The Next Horizon Forum and Roundtable, Brisbane webcast
Related readings
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Contacts
Christine Sayer, State Library of Queensland p: 07 3840 7764
e: chris.sayer@slq.qld.gov.au
Bruce Monley, State Library of Queensland p: 07 3840 7874
e: bruce.monley@slq.qld.gov.au
Deb Stumm, State Library of Queensland p: 07 3842 9051
e: deb.stumm@slq.qld.gov.au
Last updated: 8th May 2012
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