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Central West Queensland – regional digital development

State Library of Queensland’s regional digital development region of Central West Queensland covers a vast and remote area from Boulia in the west to Barcaldine in the east. Working with regional councils and communities, the project aims to address low digital ability – especially among older adults and remote residents – through tailored programs that build confidence, access, and inclusion.

Tambo Library
Regional digital inclusion overview
State Library’s Regional Digital Development Officers (RDDOs) play a vital role in strengthening digital inclusion in regional and remote Queensland. Working closely with councils and communities, they gather insights into digital access, affordability, and ability, to inform the design and delivery of digital skills initiatives tailored to local needs.
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Content creation workshop using mobile phone
Key digital capability focus
State Library’s regional digital development project supports the growth of digital capability in regional and remote Queensland. Initiatives for each region are based on community needs and include free workshops that offer hands-on opportunities to explore new technologies and develop digital skills in friendly, community-based settings.
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RDDO Louise Gronold with Librarian Sharyn Brigg and Margie Mears at Tambo Library

Regional Digital Development Officer

State Library Regional Digital Development Officer Louise Gronold has lived and worked in Central West Queensland for over 20 years. Using her experience in regional economic and community development Louise is aims to raise digital literacy to help residents overcome remoteness while also showcasing what regional Queensland has to offer. 

The regional digital development project is a key funded initiative of the Queensland Government’s Our Thriving Digital Future: Queensland’s Digital Economy Strategy 2023-2026.