Australia’s national section of IBBY was founded more than forty years ago. In 2011 IBBY Australia became an independent, incorporated association, having formerly been a group of ALIA (Australian Library and Information Association). There are members in every state and territory of Australia. Activities include celebrating International Children’s Book Day and nominating authors and illustrators for the Hans Christian Andersen Awards. Members receive a quarterly electronic newsletter.
Office-bearers are Dr Robin Morrow, president; Jenni Woodroffe, vice president/secretary.
IBBY is defined by its global vision. IBBY Australia aims to showcase Australian books to the world and enable readers here to access the best books from other countries. IBBY Australia is the only body that can nominate writers and illustrators for the prestigious Hans Christian Andersen awards, and books for the IBBY Honour list. A biennial Australian award is given in honour of its founding president, Ena Noël, OAM.
Individuals and organisations are encouraged to become members of IBBY Australia and help it thrive and grow.
The website is http://ibbyaustralia.wordpress.com. The kookaburra on the logo is the work of illustrator Louise Pfanner.
Contact: Robin Morrow at robin.morrow@wordsandphrases.com.au or Jenni Woodroffe at jennij@iinet.net.au.
IBBY Australia newsletters
Issue 16, February 2013: click here to download pdf
Issue 15, November 2012: click here to download pdf
Issue 14, August 2012: click here to download pdf
Issue 13, May 2012: click here to download pdf
Issue 12, February 2012: click here to download pdf
Issue 11, November 2011: click here to download pdf
Issue 10, August 2011: click here to download pdf
Issue 9, May 2011: click here to download pdf
Issue 8, February 2011: click here to download pdf
Issue 7, November 2010: click here to download pdf
Issue 6, August 2010: click here to download pdf
Issue 5, May 2010: click here to download pdf
Issue 4, February 2010: click here to download pdf
Issue 3, November 2009: click here to download pdf
Issue 2, July 2009: click here to download pdf
Issue 1, March 2009: click here to download pdf
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