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Annual Report 2011–12Library Board of Queensland

Contents Part 1: Introduction State Library of Queensland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2011–12 Chairperson’s overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2011–12 State Librarian’s year in review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Part 2: Corporate Library Board of Queensland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Queensland Library Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Organisational structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Part 3: Outcomes in 2011–12 Strategic Plan 2011–15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2011–12 Key Performance Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Capturing Queensland memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Keeping culture strong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Optimising learning and engagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Promoting reading, writing and ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Vibrant public libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Libraries of the future . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Organisational capability and infrastructure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Governance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Part 4: Performance summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Part 5: Future outlook Strategic Plan 2012–16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Part 6: Financial report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Part 7: Appendices Appendix A: Functions of the Library Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Appendix B: Library Board member biographies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Appendix C: Library Board Committee and Advisory Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Appendix D: Public library grants for independent libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Appendix E: Country Lending Service equipment grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Appendix F: Professional memberships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

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Contents Part 1: Introduction State Library of Queensland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2011–12 Chairperson’s overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2011–12 State Librarian’s year in review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Part 2: Corporate Library Board of Queensland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Queensland Library Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Organisational structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Part 3: Outcomes in 2011–12 Strategic Plan 2011–15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 2011–12 Key Performance Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Capturing Queensland memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Keeping culture strong . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Optimising learning and engagement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Promoting reading, writing and ideas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Vibrant public libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Libraries of the future . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Organisational capability and infrastructure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Governance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Part 4: Performance summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Part 5: Future outlook Strategic Plan 2012–16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Part 6: Financial report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Part 7: Appendices Appendix A: Functions of the Library Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Appendix B: Library Board member biographies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Appendix C: Library Board Committee and Advisory Groups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Appendix D: Public library grants for independent libraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Appendix E: Country Lending Service equipment grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Appendix F: Professional memberships . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

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Library Board of Queensland Annual Report 2011–12 1

Part 1: Introduction State Library of Queensland Vision Enriching the lives of all QueenslandersMission Creatively engaging people with information, knowledge and communityValues Respect diversity

Knowledge, growth and innovation Integrity and accountability

Since 1902, State Library of Queensland (SLQ) has been providing free library services to Queenslanders. It ensures the State’s documentary heritage is collected, preserved and made accessible to the public. It is also a major research centre, and an advocate and financial partner of Queensland’s public library network and Indigenous Knowledge Centres. SLQ is governed by the Library Board of Queensland (Library Board). Its main campus at Brisbane’s South Bank, as part of the Cultural Centre, incorporates The Edge digital culture centre, the John Oxley Library, kuril dhagun Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC), the Australian Library of Art and the Asia Pacific Design Library (APDL). The South Bank site is complemented by an office in Cannon Hill and the Cairns regional office. SLQ contributes to the government’s objective to ‘revitalise frontline services for families’ through its focus on improving access to library services and extending learning and creative experiences throughout regional Queensland. SLQ: • provides access to contemporary tools

for exploring critical ideas, green initiatives, new design practices and media making through The Edge

• provides free access to a wide range of print, digital and original resources

• provides free reference and research services to all Queenslanders

• partners with local government to fund and support Queensland public libraries, and provides outreach programs in research and technology for public library staff and their clients

• partners with community councils to provide Indigenous library services, such as the IKCs in regional Queensland, including Cape York and the Torres Strait. It also offers employment and training opportunities for Queensland’s Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders interested in a career in the library sector

• engages with specific audiences, such as children, young people and multicultural communities, to address their library and information needs

• offers public programs and exhibitions to schools, public libraries, museums and other community organisations

• is committed to engaging new audiences through the development of partnerships and use of innovative technologies.

SLQ’s innovative nature allows it to meet new and emerging needs by embracing developing technology and wisdom. With people at its heart, it aims to: • use technological innovation and

collaborative partnerships to develop creative and information-rich learning opportunities to ensure Queensland’s memory is collected, organised, preserved and made accessible to the widest possible audience

• optimise the use of new information and communication channels

• effectively use the increasing volume of information, particularly in digital form

• advocate for increased broadband access for all Queenslanders

• address the needs of our changing population, including increased cultural diversity and an ageing community

• promote service delivery to Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders

• respond to changing work patterns and family commitments which leave limited time for personal development and social and cultural activities

• meet increased consumer expectations for immediate, convenient services

• provide quality lifelong learning opportunities to suit our knowledge-intensive economy and enhance career mobility.

The Honourable Ros Bates MP Minister for Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts Level 5, Executive Building 100 George Street Brisbane Qld 4000

Dear Minister

I am pleased to present the Annual Report 2011–12 and financial statements for the Library Board of Queensland.

I certify that this Annual Report complies with: • the prescribed requirements of the Financial Accountability Act 2009 and the

Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009, and • the detailed requirements set out in the Annual report requirements for

Queensland Government agencies.

A checklist outlining the annual reporting requirements can be accessed at www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/corporate/publications/corporate-reporting

Yours sincerely

Emeritus Professor Roland Sussex OAMChairperson Library Board of Queensland

16 October 2012

2 Library Board of Queensland Annual Report 2011–12

Part 1: Introduction State Library of Queensland Vision Enriching the lives of all QueenslandersMission Creatively engaging people with information, knowledge and communityValues Respect diversity

Knowledge, growth and innovation Integrity and accountability

Since 1902, State Library of Queensland (SLQ) has been providing free library services to Queenslanders. It ensures the State’s documentary heritage is collected, preserved and made accessible to the public. It is also a major research centre, and an advocate and financial partner of Queensland’s public library network and Indigenous Knowledge Centres. SLQ is governed by the Library Board of Queensland (Library Board). Its main campus at Brisbane’s South Bank, as part of the Cultural Centre, incorporates The Edge digital culture centre, the John Oxley Library, kuril dhagun Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC), the Australian Library of Art and the Asia Pacific Design Library (APDL). The South Bank site is complemented by an office in Cannon Hill and the Cairns regional office. SLQ contributes to the government’s objective to ‘revitalise frontline services for families’ through its focus on improving access to library services and extending learning and creative experiences throughout regional Queensland. SLQ: • provides access to contemporary tools

for exploring critical ideas, green initiatives, new design practices and media making through The Edge

• provides free access to a wide range of print, digital and original resources

• provides free reference and research services to all Queenslanders

• partners with local government to fund and support Queensland public libraries, and provides outreach programs in research and technology for public library staff and their clients

• partners with community councils to provide Indigenous library services, such as the IKCs in regional Queensland, including Cape York and the Torres Strait. It also offers employment and training opportunities for Queensland’s Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders interested in a career in the library sector

• engages with specific audiences, such as children, young people and multicultural communities, to address their library and information needs

• offers public programs and exhibitions to schools, public libraries, museums and other community organisations

• is committed to engaging new audiences through the development of partnerships and use of innovative technologies.

SLQ’s innovative nature allows it to meet new and emerging needs by embracing developing technology and wisdom. With people at its heart, it aims to: • use technological innovation and

collaborative partnerships to develop creative and information-rich learning opportunities to ensure Queensland’s memory is collected, organised, preserved and made accessible to the widest possible audience

• optimise the use of new information and communication channels

• effectively use the increasing volume of information, particularly in digital form

• advocate for increased broadband access for all Queenslanders

• address the needs of our changing population, including increased cultural diversity and an ageing community

• promote service delivery to Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders

• respond to changing work patterns and family commitments which leave limited time for personal development and social and cultural activities

• meet increased consumer expectations for immediate, convenient services

• provide quality lifelong learning opportunities to suit our knowledge-intensive economy and enhance career mobility.

The Honourable Ros Bates MP Minister for Science, Information Technology, Innovation and the Arts Level 5, Executive Building 100 George Street Brisbane Qld 4000

Dear Minister

I am pleased to present the Annual Report 2011–12 and financial statements for the Library Board of Queensland.

I certify that this Annual Report complies with: • the prescribed requirements of the Financial Accountability Act 2009 and the

Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009, and • the detailed requirements set out in the Annual report requirements for

Queensland Government agencies.

A checklist outlining the annual reporting requirements can be accessed at www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/corporate/publications/corporate-reporting

Yours sincerely



2011–12 State Librarian’s year in review Joining SLQ in February 2012, at the start of the National Year of Reading, has been an exciting opportunity to lead a vibrant library with an amazing array of activities. SLQ achieves so much each year that this report represents only a snapshot of the immense contribution it makes to the lives of Queenslanders. Thank you to the members of the Library Board of Queensland, Queensland Library Foundation and of course staff working across Queensland to bring SLQ’s vision to life. Special thanks are owed to Helen Brodie, the Library Board member who acted as CEO in the period prior to my appointment. SLQ continues to be involved in national activities, notably leading several National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA) activities and hosting the NSLA Disaster Preparedness seminar in March 2012. Extensive consultation with clients, stakeholders, public library staff and the staff of SLQ took place through 2011–12. This has helped us to develop strategies and tools for public libraries, refine our own strategic directions and develop a new brand to take SLQ into the future. The new brand position for SLQ, ‘all yours’, speaks of our commitment to offering an inclusive service that can be accessed by all Queenslanders.

Improving access is high on our agenda in the new financial year, and we have already been working with local communities to help people across Queensland access our services. In May I had the pleasure of opening Umagico Indigenous Knowledge Centre — the 22nd Indigenous Knowledge Centre launched in a growing network of libraries designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. A focus on harnessing online technology has resulted in SLQ content being added to several new websites and platforms to make it more discoverable, no matter where you are in the world. New technology has also been used to add a new dimension to our exhibitions, particularly notable in Floodlines, which opened in April.

Janette Wright State Librarian State Library of Queensland

2011–12 Chairperson’s overview In October 2011, the Library Board of Queensland farewelled former State Librarian Lea Giles-Peters after a decade of service. We thank her for her commitment, leadership and dedication to SLQ. We have found a worthy replacement in Janette Wright, an experienced library professional with an astute business mind. I particularly thank Library Board member Helen Brodie for taking on the challenge during much of 2011; she acted as CEO from 20 June to 16 November 2011 and was appointed as Acting State Librarian from 17 November 2011 to 26 February 2012. July 2011 saw the launch of one of our most ambitious programs at SLQ. Strait Home was a collection of exhibitions and events examining and showcasing aspects of Torres Strait Islander cultures. It was part of the first collaborative program across the whole Cultural Centre, embracing SLQ, the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre, the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art, and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre. It offered visitors a rich, engaging experience across many media of a part of Australia which is not often explored in such wealth of detail. Floodlines, an exhibition responding to the floods of 2010–11 and Cyclone Yasi, also showcased some of our uniquely Queensland stories. Floodlinesencouraged Queenslanders to share their images and to celebrate their stories of coping with and triumphing over adversity. This exhibition exemplifies the way SLQ helps Queenslanders to tell their own stories, thereby enriching our Queensland memory.

In February, the Library Board of Queensland approved SLQ’s redesigned logo and its new brand ‘all yours’ to reflect more clearly and explicitly our commitment to serving Queenslanders — and others — wherever they may be. I hope you like our new look, and feel as welcome as ever. SLQ is recognised nationally and internationally as being among the leaders in reinventing the role of libraries in the digital world of the 21st century. It is continuing to explore and implement new ways not only of consuming, but also of recording and creating, knowledge in the multidimensional, multimedia space in which libraries now work. SLQ is present in the lives of Queenslanders in many ways. Online, at its South Bank site, and at public libraries and Indigenous Knowledge Centres around the State — in total 341 networked libraries — SLQ captures, creates and shares Queensland stories, offers essential information services, provides literacy services — with an increasing and dynamic emphasis on digital literacy — champions reading, writing and ideas, and is a vigorous and active advocate for public libraries. This dynamic organisation can truly say it is meeting its commitment to enriching the lives of Queenslanders.



2011–12 State Librarian’s year in review Joining SLQ in February 2012, at the start of the National Year of Reading, has been an exciting opportunity to lead a vibrant library with an amazing array of activities. SLQ achieves so much each year that this report represents only a snapshot of the immense contribution it makes to the lives of Queenslanders. Thank you to the members of the Library Board of Queensland, Queensland Library Foundation and of course staff working across Queensland to bring SLQ’s vision to life. Special thanks are owed to Helen Brodie, the Library Board member who acted as CEO in the period prior to my appointment. SLQ continues to be involved in national activities, notably leading several National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA) activities and hosting the NSLA Disaster Preparedness seminar in March 2012. Extensive consultation with clients, stakeholders, public library staff and the staff of SLQ took place through 2011–12. This has helped us to develop strategies and tools for public libraries, refine our own strategic directions and develop a new brand to take SLQ into the future. The new brand position for SLQ, ‘all yours’, speaks of our commitment to offering an inclusive service that can be accessed by all Queenslanders.

Improving access is high on our agenda in the new financial year, and we have already been working with local communities to help people across Queensland access our services. In May I had the pleasure of opening Umagico Indigenous Knowledge Centre — the 22nd Indigenous Knowledge Centre launched in a growing network of libraries designed specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. A focus on harnessing online technology has resulted in SLQ content being added to several new websites and platforms to make it more discoverable, no matter where you are in the world. New technology has also been used to add a new dimension to our exhibitions, particularly notable in Floodlines, which opened in April.


2011–12 Chairperson’s overview In October 2011, the Library Board of Queensland farewelled former State Librarian Lea Giles-Peters after a decade of service. We thank her for her commitment, leadership and dedication to SLQ. We have found a worthy replacement in Janette Wright, an experienced library professional with an astute business mind. I particularly thank Library Board member Helen Brodie for taking on the challenge during much of 2011; she acted as CEO from 20 June to 16 November 2011 and was appointed as Acting State Librarian from 17 November 2011 to 26 February 2012. July 2011 saw the launch of one of our most ambitious programs at SLQ. Strait Home was a collection of exhibitions and events examining and showcasing aspects of Torres Strait Islander cultures. It was part of the first collaborative program across the whole Cultural Centre, embracing SLQ, the Queensland Museum and Sciencentre, the Queensland Art Gallery and Gallery of Modern Art, and the Queensland Performing Arts Centre. It offered visitors a rich, engaging experience across many media of a part of Australia which is not often explored in such wealth of detail. Floodlines, an exhibition responding to the floods of 2010–11 and Cyclone Yasi, also showcased some of our uniquely Queensland stories. Floodlinesencouraged Queenslanders to share their images and to celebrate their stories of coping with and triumphing over adversity. This exhibition exemplifies the way SLQ helps Queenslanders to tell their own stories, thereby enriching our Queensland memory.

In February, the Library Board of Queensland approved SLQ’s redesigned logo and its new brand ‘all yours’ to reflect more clearly and explicitly our commitment to serving Queenslanders — and others — wherever they may be. I hope you like our new look, and feel as welcome as ever. SLQ is recognised nationally and internationally as being among the leaders in reinventing the role of libraries in the digital world of the 21st century. It is continuing to explore and implement new ways not only of consuming, but also of recording and creating, knowledge in the multidimensional, multimedia space in which libraries now work. SLQ is present in the lives of Queenslanders in many ways. Online, at its South Bank site, and at public libraries and Indigenous Knowledge Centres around the State — in total 341 networked libraries — SLQ captures, creates and shares Queensland stories, offers essential information services, provides literacy services — with an increasing and dynamic emphasis on digital literacy — champions reading, writing and ideas, and is a vigorous and active advocate for public libraries. This dynamic organisation can truly say it is meeting its commitment to enriching the lives of Queenslanders.



Queensland Library Foundation The Queensland Library Foundation (the Foundation) supports SLQ’s fundraising endeavours, specifically in the philanthropic and corporate sectors. Established by the Library Board under the powers as defined by the Libraries Act 1988, the Foundation operates as a Company Limited by Guarantee and is subject to audit by the Queensland Audit Office (or its contractors).

In keeping with Corporations Act 2001, the Foundation produces its own annual report and associated audited financial statements, which are available online at www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/foundation/annual-report or from the Foundation office. Since 2002–03, the Foundation’s financial statements have been consolidated into those of the parent entity, the Library Board, based on the Australian accounting standards, AASB 127, Consolidated and Separate Financial Statements. Partnerships developed by the Foundation supported and enabled a range of projects, including: • the black&write! Indigenous Writing and

Editing Fellowships and mentorships, with Copyright Agency Limited (p17)

• Queensland Business Leaders Hall of Fame, with QUT’s Faculty of Business. Her Excellency, Ms Penelope Wensley AO, Governor of Queensland, announced the inductees in September 2011 (p15)

• the Nielson Design Lecture, with Nielson Properties (p26). For the second year this partnership won Australia Business Arts Foundation’s small to medium enterprise award for partnerships between businesses employing fewer than 200 people (globally) and arts and cultural organisations

• the iStreet Skills xChange pilot project, with Commonwealth Bank of Australia and QUT Faculty of Science and Technology (p25)

• Dads Read, with Channel 7 (p21). Shane Webcke, Channel 7 newsreader, is the program ambassador

• a biennial artists’ bookmaking workshop, with the Siganto Foundation. The first, in May 2012, featured internationally renowned New York book artists Keith Smith and Scott McCarney. Access to the Australian Library of Art (ALA) collection will also be increased through the Siganto Foundation Fellowship.

Partners also supported the acquisition of two significant accounts of Captain James Cook’s first Endeavour voyage: • A journal of a voyage round the world, in

his Majesty’s ship Endeavour. In the Years 1768, 1769, 1770 and 1771; undertaken in pursuit of natural knowledge, at the desire of the Royal Society … (Magra) by James Magra

• Astronomical observations made in the voyages which were undertaken by order of his present Majesty, for making discoveries in the Southern Hemisphere, and successively performed by Commodore Byron, Captain Carteret, Captain Wallis, and Captain Cook, in the Dolphin, Tamer, Swallow, and Endeavour … (Astronomical observations) by William Wales.

Additionally, the very popular Heritage Talks series for annual donors continued, with donors being offered in-depth engagement with selected aspects of SLQ Collections and events. The Foundation is most grateful to all donors for their support during the past financial year.

Foundation Council members 2011–12: Mr Neil Roberts (President) Mr David Little (Vice President) Professor Sam Mellick CBE (resigned 15/12/11) Dr Paul Campbell Ms Lea Giles-Peters (resigned 14/10/11) Mr Max Walters AOMr Rick Mitchell (resigned 15/12/11) Mr Bill Brett (resigned 3/5/12) Mr Andrew Griffiths Emeritus Professor Roland Sussex (resigned 29/3/12) Ms Janette Wright (appointed 29/3/12) dr dale spender AM (appointed 29/3/12 as nominee for Chairperson) Mr Malcolm Grierson (appointed 3/5/2012)

Ms Helen Brodie, Acting CEO from 20 June 2011 to 26 February 2012, attended Foundation meetings.

Part 2: Corporate Library Board of Queensland

The Library Board of Queensland is the governing body of SLQ and draws its powers from the Libraries Act 1988 (Libraries Act). The object of the Libraries Act is to contribute to the cultural, social and intellectual development of all Queenslanders. The legislated guiding principles for achieving this are: (a) leadership and excellence should be demonstrated in providing library and information services (b) there should be responsiveness to the needs of communities in regional and outer metropolitan areas (c) respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures should be affirmed (d) children and young people should be supported in their understanding and use of library and information services (e) diverse audiences should be developed (f) capabilities for lifelong learning about library and information services should be developed (g) opportunities should be developed for international collaboration and for cultural exports, especially to the Asia-Pacific region (h) content relevant to Queensland should be collected, preserved, promoted and made accessible. The functions and powers of the Library Board are listed in Appendix A. In addition to regular meetings of the Library Board, members represented SLQ at conferences, library openings and other official functions throughout 2010–11. One committee and two advisory groups advise and inform the Library Board on issues that arise within their brief. These bodies also act as an important consultative mechanism with the broader community. The members of the Library Board committee and advisory groups are listed in Appendix C. The Library Board periodically meets outside Brisbane to keep informed about local issues and to strengthen its relationship with local government and the community.

Under section 7 of the Libraries Act, in appointing a Library Board member, regard must be given to the person’s ability to contribute to the Library Board’s performance and the implementation of its strategic and operational plans. Under section 9 of the Libraries Act, a person is not eligible for appointment as a member if the person is not able to manage a corporation because of the Corporations Act, Part 2D.6.

Library Board members and attendance 2011–12: In 2011–12 there were nine Library Board meetings, including a regional meeting held at Cooroy Library in February 2012.

Eligible to attend Attended Emeritus Professor Roland Sussex (Chairperson) 9 9

dr dale spender (Deputy Chairperson) 9 9

Ms Helen Brodie 3* 3 Distinguished Professor Stuart Cunningham 9 8

Ms Ruth Drinkwater 9 7 Mr Max Lenoy 9 8 Mr Matthew J McDonnell 9 7 Ms Lyn McLaughlin 9 9 Ms Jane Power 9 8 Mr Scott Reid 9 7 Dr Grace Sarra 9 6

* Ms Helen Brodie was Acting CEO, with the powers of State Librarian, from 20 June 2011 to 26 February 2012. Ms Brodie took leave of absence from her role as Library Board member and attended the six Library Board meetings held during this period. The State Librarian attends all meetings of the Library Board unless excused or precluded by the Library Board as per section 15 of the Libraries Act. All Library Board members are appointed from 8 February 2011 to 31 October 2013. Biographies of Library Board members are detailed in Appendix B.


Part 3: Outcomes in 2011–12 Strategic Plan 2011–15

Our Vision Enriching the lives of Queenslanders

Our Mission Creatively engaging people with information, knowledge and community Our Values Respect for people and knowledge

Commitment to lifelong learning Integrity and efficiency of service

Our Critical Issues • Advocating the clear value and benefit

of libraries in the social, cultural and economic development of communities

• Demonstrating the powerful role and impact of the State Library and public libraries in improving literacy outcomes in Queensland

• Showcasing the State Library as an inclusive civic space and cultural destination for all

• Enhancing and further developing our building and public spaces to reflect changing needs and multiple uses of the State Library

• Building the capacity of public libraries across a large, geographically dispersed State with diverse needs

• Creating greater access to the Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) network for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in communities not serviced by an IKC

• Collaborating with a diverse range of partners across many sectors, institutional boundaries and geographic regions

• Partnering with the corporate sector to design, develop and deliver programs and services

• Meeting future storage, access and preservation requirements for physical and digital collections

• Continuing to secure long term revenue sources from donors and sponsors in financially challenging times

• Providing free access to information for all Queenslanders and supporting their participation in the knowledge economy

• Increasing the agility of our workforce and culture to be more responsive to rapid changes in digital technologies and customer expectation

Our Key Performance Measures

Indicators Measures Collection growth • Growth of the State collectionContent usage • Usage of the State collection and subscription databases

• Usage of the Queensland public libraries lending collectionVisitation • Visits to the State Library – Onsite

• Visits to the State Library – OnlineParticipation • Participants in public programsRegional reach • Percentage of Indigenous communities with a library service

• Total borrowing from public libraries • Percentage of grants to regional Queensland

Client satisfaction • Satisfaction with services and programs

Organisational Structure as at 30 June 2012

Library Board of Queensland Chairperson, Professor

Emeritus Roland Sussex OAM

Chief Executive Officer & State Librarian

Janette Wright

Director, Client Services & Collections

Rory McLeod

Director, Public & Indigenous Library Services

Jane Cowell

Executive Manager, Resource Management Anna Raunik

Executive Manager, Queensland Memory

Louise Denoon

Executive Manager, Learning & Participation

Linda Pitt

Executive Manager, IndigenousResearch & Projects

Tom Mosby

Executive Manager, Literacy & Young People

Dan Georgeson

Executive Manager, Regional Partnerships Deb Stumm

Executive Manager, Public Library Development

Robert Barty

Queensland Library FoundationPresident, Neil Roberts

Audit and Risk Management Committee

2 x Advisory Groups: Indigenous and Public Libraries

Executive Manager, Communications

Cathy Stacey

Director, Corporate Services Bruce MacGregor

Executive Manager, Finance, Facilities & Admin.

Val Johnston

SLA with Corporate Administration Agency

(Includes Internal Audit)

Executive Manager, Visitor Experience

Kellie Ireland

Manager, HR Consultancy Vanessa McCormack

Manager, Strategic Reporting Kate Johnson

Executive Manager, ICT Services

Dr Karin Walduck

Executive Director, Queensland Library Foundation Office

Kylie Strudwick

Executive Manager, People & Planning

Katherine Winlaw

Regional Director, SLQ CairnsTerena Hopkins

A/Executive Manager, The Edge

Matt Fallon

Executive Group comprises: SL, DCSC, DPILS, DCS, EMC, EMPP, EMTE and EDQLF


Summary of 2011–12 Operational Plan

Major activities for achieving Capturing Queensland memory for current and future generations include: • Develop a State Library of Queensland

Content Development Strategy with increased emphasis on the State’s unique collections, including existing and new media

• Increase Queensland content through a new Legal Deposit focus

• Extend the John Oxley Library Fellowship award to support excellence in research relating to Queensland’s unique stories

• Scope the development and commence implementation of an online platform and toolkit for sharing and interpreting Queensland stories

• Initiate and develop Floodlines, a multi-disciplinary long term research project on Queenslander’s stories and experiences throughout floods, cyclones and recovery

• Lead the National and State Libraries Australasia Collaborative Collections and Community Created Content projects

• Create a new digital futures team with a focus on digital preservation to underpin longterm Queensland memory goals

Major activities for achieving Keeping Culture Strong include: • Continue to develop skills and protocols

within communities to capture Indigenous cultural heritage

• In partnership with the Commonwealth Government’s Closing the Gap, provide ICT infrastructure and support to remote Indigenous communities

• Further the implementation of a digital repository in IKCs

• Partner with communities and other stakeholders in the ongoing delivery of literacy and learning programs such as Literacy through the arts and Culture Love through the IKC network

• Expand the IKC network to a further 2 communities

• Progress black&write! as a vanguard project in Indigenous writing and editing in Australia and internationally

• Develop kuril dhagun programs and projects, including the Interactive

Experience, to engage and partner with visitors and clients

• Deliver Strait Home as part of the Queensland Cultural Precinct’s Torres Strait Islands: A Celebration project

Major activities for achieving Optimising learning and engagement with collections and services include: • Redesign the programming strategy to

better respond to community and global issues, balance support for strategic objectives and boost audience participation

• Create standardised tools and processes for planning, managing and evaluating public program projects

• Extend the reach of the schools and summer holiday programs using online tools to deliver across the State

• Deliver programming, especially branded events such as Deepen the Conversation, through increased use of webcasts and web-conferencing

• Design and deliver targeted learning experiences which are aimed at sector groups and incorporate a blended approach to learning

• Develop a deeper understanding of clients, their information needs and expectations to improve our visitor experiences, tracking systems and client information

• Continually improve information navigation as well as discovery systems and tools for our clients

Major activities for achieving Promoting reading, writing and ideas include: • Revise and update the content of the

Looking @ 2.0 program with National and State Libraries of Australasia and public libraries in order to expand the reach and impact of the program nationally

• Coordinate diverse programming streams and initiatives within the State Library to capitalise on the State of Writing partnership and promote Queensland as a leader in improving literacy

• Prepare for and host the National Reading Club for the Year of Reading in 2012

State Library’s Strategic Plan 2011–15 sets out the following strategic objectives:

Key Objectives Strategies 1. Capturing Queensland memory for current and future generations

• Position the John Oxley Library as the comprehensive gateway to Queensland’s treasure house of voices, stories, knowledge and culture

• Lead the development of a collaborative distributed framework for Queensland memory

• Increase community engagement with the collections through community created content

• Preserve and manage digital and physical content for current and future generations

2. Keeping Culture Strong

• Support and encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities throughout Queensland’s remote, regional and urban settings to access, preserve, create, share and manage their own Indigenous Knowledge systems

• Develop Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander literacy and community capacity to record and access information in a digital environment

• Build the capacity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities through the expansion, development and maintenance of the Indigenous Knowledge Centre (IKC) network

• Further the development of kuril dhagun, the State Library’s IKC, as a centre of excellence in engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples

3. Optimising learning and engagement with collections and services

• Provide onsite and online experiences that foster participation, learning and creativity

• Develop rich and expansive programs that engage new and diverse audiences throughout Queensland and the world

• Develop a fully integrated e-learning platform and packages to support public programs and long time learning and long reach goals

• Create client-driven experiences and systems that enable intuitive navigation of information needs

4. Promoting reading, writing and ideas

• Enable increased digital literacy for geographically, socially and ethnically diverse communities

• Lead the State of Writing partnership model and programming framework to inspire new forms of creation and engagement in reading, writing and ideas throughout Queensland

• Build recognition of the State Library, public libraries and IKCs as a trusted resource for early and adult literacy in Queensland

• Champion and host events which lift the State Library‘s profile to an international level

5. Supporting the ongoing development of vibrant public libraries

• Promote equity and access to library services for all Queenslanders • Advance best practice approaches in library management • Build the capacity of public libraries across Queensland through leadership,

advocacy and financial assistance • Partner with public libraries in delivering services and programs to communities

across the State 6. Developing innovative models for libraries of the future

• Progress The Edge as a leading digital centre for young people in their creative endeavours across science, art and technology

• Develop the Asia–Pacific Design Library as a leading centre for design knowledge • Harness digital technologies to position the State Library as a creative and

imaginative 21st century library 7. Growing our organisational capability and infrastructure

• Build a coherent voice in the market and a powerful and recognisable brand for the State Library and all its activities

• Facilitate a comprehensive and long term approach to managing the State Library’s buildings, assets and infrastructure

• Increase the agility and alignment of the State Library’s culture and workforce to meet future demands

• Develop a strong partnership framework with the corporate sector, government, and communities to deliver a wide array of services and programs

• Increase self-generated revenue through multiple channels and sources


Summary of 2011–12 Operational Plan

Major activities for achieving Capturing Queensland memory for current and future generations include: • Develop a State Library of Queensland

Content Development Strategy with increased emphasis on the State’s unique collections, including existing and new media

• Increase Queensland content through a new Legal Deposit focus

• Extend the John Oxley Library Fellowship award to support excellence in research relating to Queensland’s unique stories

• Scope the development and commence implementation of an online platform and toolkit for sharing and interpreting Queensland stories

• Initiate and develop Floodlines, a multi-disciplinary long term research project on Queenslander’s stories and experiences throughout floods, cyclones and recovery

• Lead the National and State Libraries Australasia Collaborative Collections and Community Created Content projects

• Create a new digital futures team with a focus on digital preservation to underpin longterm Queensland memory goals

Major activities for achieving Keeping Culture Strong include: • Continue to develop skills and protocols

within communities to capture Indigenous cultural heritage

• In partnership with the Commonwealth Government’s Closing the Gap, provide ICT infrastructure and support to remote Indigenous communities

• Further the implementation of a digital repository in IKCs

• Partner with communities and other stakeholders in the ongoing delivery of literacy and learning programs such as Literacy through the arts and Culture Love through the IKC network

• Expand the IKC network to a further 2 communities

• Progress black&write! as a vanguard project in Indigenous writing and editing in Australia and internationally

• Develop kuril dhagun programs and projects, including the Interactive

Experience, to engage and partner with visitors and clients

• Deliver Strait Home as part of the Queensland Cultural Precinct’s Torres Strait Islands: A Celebration project

Major activities for achieving Optimising learning and engagement with collections and services include: • Redesign the programming strategy to

better respond to community and global issues, balance support for strategic objectives and boost audience participation

• Create standardised tools and processes for planning, managing and evaluating public program projects

• Extend the reach of the schools and summer holiday programs using online tools to deliver across the State

• Deliver programming, especially branded events such as Deepen the Conversation, through increased use of webcasts and web-conferencing

• Design and deliver targeted learning experiences which are aimed at sector groups and incorporate a blended approach to learning

• Develop a deeper understanding of clients, their information needs and expectations to improve our visitor experiences, tracking systems and client information

• Continually improve information navigation as well as discovery systems and tools for our clients

Major activities for achieving Promoting reading, writing and ideas include: • Revise and update the content of the

Looking @ 2.0 program with National and State Libraries of Australasia and public libraries in order to expand the reach and impact of the program nationally

• Coordinate diverse programming streams and initiatives within the State Library to capitalise on the State of Writing partnership and promote Queensland as a leader in improving literacy

• Prepare for and host the National Reading Club for the Year of Reading in 2012


2011–12 Key Performance Indicators Onsite visits

Onsite visits

Participants in public programs


Participation in programs for children and young people


0

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400,000

600,000

800,000

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1,200,000

1,400,000

1,600,000

1,800,000

174,215 638,062 1,286,257 1,578,720 1,385,493 1,205,999 1,441,8272005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

0

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141,262 172,584 337,681 350,122 287,882 269,499 389,2592005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

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18,344 172,079 138,567 148,301 109,940 138,3902005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

Onsite visits increased significantly on opening of the new State Library building in November 2006. The fall in 2010–11 was mainly due to closure of SLQ during a normally busy period as a result of the Brisbane River flood in January 2011.

Public programs include events, exhibitions, programs for children and young people and SLQ participation in major cultural festivals, such as the Brisbane Writers Festival and Out of the Box.

The fall in participation in public programs in 2009–10 was due to a reduced offer while developing sustainable strategies directed at long-term audience development. The success of these strategies is demonstrated by the 2011–12 result. The fall in 2010–11 was due to the impact of the January 2011 flood.

SLQ began offering programs specifically for children and young people in 2006–07. The results for 2007–08, 2009–10 and 2011–12 include participation in Out of the Box festival events at SLQ.

The fall in 2010–11 is principally due to the impact of the January 2011 flood (closure of The Corner and cancellation of the summer school holiday program).

The 2011–12 result does not include participation in the Summer Reading Club, a national program coordinated by SLQ with 19,173 individual registrations and 150,799 books read.

• Deliver regional programs in public libraries in partnership with the Queensland Writers Centre

• Implement The State Library of Queensland Literacy Framework across the State

• Develop a proposal in conjunction with the Miles Franklin Trust to host the 2012 National Miles Franklin awards for Australian literature

• Scope an International Indigenous Writing Festival as a State Library signature event

Major activities for achieving Supporting the ongoing development of vibrant public libraries include: • Implement a revised grants

methodology for the next triennium from 1 July 2011 – 30 June 2014

• Consult with local governments in developing an outcomes based grants methodology for implementation from 1 July 2014

• Revise the Expanding Horizonsframework with partners to provide a new overarching framework for Queensland public library development

• Conduct a major research project to demonstrate the economic and social value of public libraries in Queensland

• Deliver professional development programs for local government library staff

• Reinvent the Country Lending Service (CLS) exchange scheme to provide a single service delivery point to multi- branch local governments and collections matched to community interests

Major activities for achieving Developing innovative models for libraries of the future include: • Finalise and implement The Edge

Blueprint to frame the future enterprise and programs

• Expand The Edge concept regionally in partnership with public libraries

• Showcase a mix of curated and raw programming inclusive of emerging communities through the auspices of The Edge

• Further develop the Asia Pacific Design Library collection as an ongoing curated collection of new and existing print and electronic reference resources

• Implement the Designing Great Libraries program delivering guidelines, research papers, publications and support for contemporary practice and innovation in design of libraries

• Partner with Education Queensland’s The Learning Place to produce an authoritative on-line resource for design teaching

• Develop integrated digital and ICT strategies to further digitally enabled services, resources and infrastructure and implement a new web platform

Major activities for achieving Growing our organisational capability and infrastructure include: • Implement the new State Library of

Queensland brand strategy • Update the Capital Enhancement

Master Plan and projects in line with 2011 flood impacts review

• Improve internal systems and processes based on the Corporate Support Systems Review recommendations

• Further roll out of the Workforce Planand Public Sector Capability and Leadership Framework

• Finalise the SLQ partnership framework and improve relationship management through development of a coordinated matrix and protocols

• Continue to implement the Queensland Library Foundation Strategic Plan and embed proactive fundraising processes across all State Library programs


2011–12 Key Performance Indicators Onsite visits

Onsite visits





0

200,000

400,000

600,000

800,000

1,000,000

1,200,000

1,400,000

1,600,000

1,800,000

174,215 638,062 1,286,257 1,578,720 1,385,493 1,205,999 1,441,8272005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

0

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100,000

150,000

200,000

250,000

300,000

350,000

400,000

450,000

141,262 172,584 337,681 350,122 287,882 269,499 389,2592005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

0

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40,000

60,000

80,000

100,000

120,000

140,000

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180,000

200,000

18,344 172,079 138,567 148,301 109,940 138,3902005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

Onsite visits increased significantly on opening of the new State Library building in November 2006. The fall in 2010–11 was mainly due to closure of SLQ during a normally busy period as a result of the Brisbane River flood in January 2011.

Public programs include events, exhibitions, programs for children and young people and SLQ participation in major cultural festivals, such as the Brisbane Writers Festival and Out of the Box.

The fall in participation in public programs in 2009–10 was due to a reduced offer while developing sustainable strategies directed at long-term audience development. The success of these strategies is demonstrated by the 2011–12 result. The fall in 2010–11 was due to the impact of the January 2011 flood.

SLQ began offering programs specifically for children and young people in 2006–07. The results for 2007–08, 2009–10 and 2011–12 include participation in Out of the Box festival events at SLQ.

The fall in 2010–11 is principally due to the impact of the January 2011 flood (closure of The Corner and cancellation of the summer school holiday program).

The 2011–12 result does not include participation in the Summer Reading Club, a national program coordinated by SLQ with 19,173 individual registrations and 150,799 books read.

• Deliver regional programs in public libraries in partnership with the Queensland Writers Centre

• Implement The State Library of Queensland Literacy Framework across the State

• Develop a proposal in conjunction with the Miles Franklin Trust to host the 2012 National Miles Franklin awards for Australian literature

• Scope an International Indigenous Writing Festival as a State Library signature event

Major activities for achieving Supporting the ongoing development of vibrant public libraries include: • Implement a revised grants

methodology for the next triennium from 1 July 2011 – 30 June 2014

• Consult with local governments in developing an outcomes based grants methodology for implementation from 1 July 2014

• Revise the Expanding Horizonsframework with partners to provide a new overarching framework for Queensland public library development

• Conduct a major research project to demonstrate the economic and social value of public libraries in Queensland

• Deliver professional development programs for local government library staff

• Reinvent the Country Lending Service (CLS) exchange scheme to provide a single service delivery point to multi- branch local governments and collections matched to community interests

Major activities for achieving Developing innovative models for libraries of the future include: • Finalise and implement The Edge

Blueprint to frame the future enterprise and programs

• Expand The Edge concept regionally in partnership with public libraries

• Showcase a mix of curated and raw programming inclusive of emerging communities through the auspices of The Edge

• Further develop the Asia Pacific Design Library collection as an ongoing curated collection of new and existing print and electronic reference resources

• Implement the Designing Great Libraries program delivering guidelines, research papers, publications and support for contemporary practice and innovation in design of libraries

• Partner with Education Queensland’s The Learning Place to produce an authoritative on-line resource for design teaching

• Develop integrated digital and ICT strategies to further digitally enabled services, resources and infrastructure and implement a new web platform

Major activities for achieving Growing our organisational capability and infrastructure include: • Implement the new State Library of

Queensland brand strategy • Update the Capital Enhancement

Master Plan and projects in line with 2011 flood impacts review

• Improve internal systems and processes based on the Corporate Support Systems Review recommendations

• Further roll out of the Workforce Planand Public Sector Capability and Leadership Framework

• Finalise the SLQ partnership framework and improve relationship management through development of a coordinated matrix and protocols

• Continue to implement the Queensland Library Foundation Strategic Plan and embed proactive fundraising processes across all State Library programs


Capturing Queensland memory The collections and content of the John Oxley Library (JOL) continue to grow, preserving Queensland’s history for future generations. It is the use of these collections that makes them valuable, and SLQ staff members have been finding new ways to engage clients with a broad range of content.

Community The JOL blog, named as one of Inside History magazine’s top 50 genealogy blogs, is an accessible way to showcase collection items and events at SLQ. Posts written by SLQ’s knowledgeable staff members share historical information relating to current events, family history information and new items in the collection. The annual JOL Discovery Day puts the John Oxley Library in the spotlight, allowing visitors to explore rarely seen items. On the day, Don Watson received the 2012 John Oxley Library Fellowship, which supports excellence in research relating to Queensland’s unique stories. His research project extends his previously published research, Queensland Architects of the 19th Century: A Biographical Dictionary,into the 20th century. The JOL Community History Award was presented to the Cardwell and District Historical Society for its efforts to record the events of Cyclone Yasi, despite its own museum being destroyed by the cyclone. The organisation showed great community spirit as they worked together to collect oral histories from local people in the wake of Yasi, while salvaging their own valuable collections. The JOL Discovery Day is one of the major events in a full calendar of client engagement, which includes white gloves tours, online and onsite displays and exhibitions, workshops, talks and history projects such as: • Flood & Cyclone Mosaic, a dynamic,

interactive digital display of thousands of photos contributed by disaster-affected individuals and communities, creating an online community memory of these moments in history

• research workshops for a group of Australian South Sea Islanders, to contribute to the 150th anniversary of South Sea Islanders arriving in Australia as indentured labourers. Collected information will contribute to commemorative events in 2013

• six Torres Strait Island communities produced multimedia content sharing traditional Queensland stories. Stories under Tagai connected the islands’ young people to local mythology. Artists, teachers, cultural leaders and students collaborated to produce videos, music, performance, e-books and visual art to celebrate local ‘Tagai’ knowledge.

The range and quality of content within the SLQ collection is very important. A new Content Development Strategy, drafted in consultation with SLQ staff, stakeholders and clients, has been developed to inform all collection management decisions. IKC coordinators also developed their own local content collection strategies in conjunction with SLQ, to direct their collection growth in a way most fitting to their communities. The Business Leaders Hall of Fame has continued to recognise excellence in business, with seven business achievers inducted in September 2011: • AP Eagers Limited • Queensland National Bank • Rhonda White • Terry White AO• Thiess Pty Ltd • Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia

(Queensland Section) • Sir John Nosworthy CBE(C) (1915–90). Professional historian Helen Gregory was appointed Historian in Residence for the Business Leaders Hall of Fame, to extend research into the collection and provide deeper insight into business in Queensland. She also curated the historical component of the Floodlines exhibition, looking at floods in 19th century Brisbane. Acquisitions Collections have continued to expand, with important acquisitions of Queensland content, including: • websites, ephemera (eg leaflets,

brochures, how-to-vote cards, posters) and photographs regarding the 2012 state and local government elections

• the Amanda Gearing Collection, relating to the flash flood event of 10 January 2011 in the Toowoomba and Lockyer

Usage of State reference and heritage collections

Usage of State reference and heritage collections

Indigenous communities with a library service

Indigenous communities with a library service

Total borrowing from Queensland public libraries

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10

15

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25

30

35

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45

1969–70

1971–72

1973–74

1975–76

1977–78

1979–80

1981–82

1983–84

1985–86

1987–88

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299,922 343,405 424,515 1,015,093 1,528,306 1,880,888 3,368,8952005–06 2006–07 2007–08 2008–09 2009–10 2010–11 2011–12

The definition of Indigenous communities is pre-local government amalgamation Indigenous Councils established under Deed of Grant in Trust legislation in the 1970s and 1980s, plus the Thursday Island Shire Council.

Of a total of 35 communities, 23 currently have an operating library service, including 21 IKCs and two Country Lending Service (CLS) libraries. In 2011–12 IKCs opened in two communities, however because the Cherbourg IKC and the CLS library at Yarrabah were closed over the year there was no net increase in the 2011–12 result. Operation of IKCs at both these locations is pending resolution of infrastructure issues.

Usage of State reference and heritage collections increased sharply in 2008–09 with a major systems upgrade greatly enhancing access to online collections. Continuous systems improvements and expansion of the online offer have driven ongoing increases.

This chart shows borrowing of physical materials only. Figures do not reflect online use of materials and services, which has increased rapidly in recent years.


Capturing Queensland memory The collections and content of the John Oxley Library (JOL) continue to grow, preserving Queensland’s history for future generations. It is the use of these collections that makes them valuable, and SLQ staff members have been finding new ways to engage clients with a broad range of content.

Community The JOL blog, named as one of Inside History magazine’s top 50 genealogy blogs, is an accessible way to showcase collection items and events at SLQ. Posts written by SLQ’s knowledgeable staff members share historical information relating to current events, family history information and new items in the collection. The annual JOL Discovery Day puts the John Oxley Library in the spotlight, allowing visitors to explore rarely seen items. On the day, Don Watson received the 2012 John Oxley Library Fellowship, which supports excellence in research relating to Queensland’s unique stories. His research project extends his previously published research, Queensland Architects of the 19th Century: A Biographical Dictionary,into the 20th century. The JOL Community History Award was presented to the Cardwell and District Historical Society for its efforts to record the events of Cyclone Yasi, despite its own museum being destroyed by the cyclone. The organisation showed great community spirit as they worked together to collect oral histories from local people in the wake of Yasi, while salvaging their own valuable collections. The JOL Discovery Day is one of the major events in a full calendar of client engagement, which includes white gloves tours, online and onsite displays and exhibitions, workshops, talks and history projects such as: • Flood & Cyclone Mosaic, a dynamic,

interactive digital display of thousands of photos contributed by disaster-affected individuals and communities, creating an online community memory of these moments in history

• research workshops for a group of Australian South Sea Islanders, to contribute to the 150th anniversary of South Sea Islanders arriving in Australia as indentured labourers. Collected information will contribute to commemorative events in 2013

• six Torres Strait Island communities produced multimedia content sharing traditional Queensland stories. Stories under Tagai connected the islands’ young people to local mythology. Artists, teachers, cultural leaders and students collaborated to produce videos, music, performance, e-books and visual art to celebrate local ‘Tagai’ knowledge.

The range and quality of content within the SLQ collection is very important. A new Content Development Strategy, drafted in consultation with SLQ staff, stakeholders and clients, has been developed to inform all collection management decisions. IKC coordinators also developed their own local content collection strategies in conjunction with SLQ, to direct their collection growth in a way most fitting to their communities. The Business Leaders Hall of Fame has continued to recognise excellence in business, with seven business achievers inducted in September 2011: • AP Eagers Limited • Queensland National Bank • Rhonda White • Terry White AO• Thiess Pty Ltd • Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia

(Queensland Section) • Sir John Nosworthy CBE(C) (1915–90). Professional historian Helen Gregory was appointed Historian in Residence for the Business Leaders Hall of Fame, to extend research into the collection and provide deeper insight into business in Queensland. She also curated the historical component of the Floodlines exhibition, looking at floods in 19th century Brisbane. Acquisitions Collections have continued to expand, with important acquisitions of Queensland content, including: • websites, ephemera (eg leaflets,

brochures, how-to-vote cards, posters) and photographs regarding the 2012 state and local government elections

• the Amanda Gearing Collection, relating to the flash flood event of 10 January 2011 in the Toowoomba and Lockyer


Keeping culture strongSLQ’s commitment to preserving and strengthening the cultures of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders has been demonstrated through a series of events and activities in 2011–12, in Brisbane and regionally.

Events Strait Home was a major exhibition and series of events as part of the Torres Strait Islands: A Celebration event throughout the South Bank Cultural Centre. The SLQ Gallery showcased material from the SLQ collection in an immersive digital experience featuring never-before-seen photography and film. The Philip Bacon Heritage Gallery showcased a collection of watercolours commissioned as illustrations for Margaret Lawrie’s 1970 landmark book Myths and Legends of the Torres Strait. kuril dhagun hosted The Dhoeri: A Torres Strait Icon, and companion events including singing workshops, A Night by the Fire and Yarnin’ Time. A total of 74,733 visitors experienced the exhibition from 1 July 2011 to 23 October 2011, including an unprecedented number of first-time Torres Strait Islander visitors. The exhibition Flash Women ran from November 2011 to April 2012 in kuril dhagun, looking at Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander style and the strong and proud women who create and define it. The eclectic, vibrant and stylish collection of fashion pieces, original garments and accessories was augmented by workshops, talks and events with some of Queensland’s inspiring Indigenous women. The proppaNOW exhibition (from May 2012), explored the social history of Queensland’s leading Indigenous arts collective, set up in Brisbane in 2003 to give urban-based Aboriginal artists a voice. The proppaNOW collective provides a supportive environment for members to explore current social and cultural issues through art. Current members Vernon Ah Kee, Tony Albert, Richard Bell, Jennifer Herd, Gordon Hookey, Laurie Nilsen and Megan Cope are all established artists and well respected in their own right. National Reconciliation Week, May 2012, saw SLQ engage Indigenous young people through reconciliAction, a day of young Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders performing music, hip hop and poetry, and displaying their visual art. During the day, the audience contributed to the ongoing ID2012 digital media project,

celebrating the diversity of all Australians using genealogical icons once used to authenticate Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders. Participants write themselves a tag denoting how they identify, and their image is uploaded to the ID2012 Facebook page to encourage participation and create a profile of Queenslanders in 2012. SLQ has also contributed to offsite events such as the Survival Day program, Sorry Day, the NAIDOC Musgrave Park Family Fun Day, Black History Month and Inala’s Stylin’ Up festival.

black&write! The black&write! program, launched in 2010, has exceeded expectations. Completed manuscripts from 2011 kuril dhagun Writing Fellowships were published through a partnership with Indigenous publisher Magabala books. Grace Beside Me by Sue McPherson was released in March 2012, and Ruby Moonlight by Ali Cobby Eckerman was released in May 2012. Both books were selected by Standing Orders Australia, a company which purchases on behalf of school libraries Australia wide, resulting in excellent pre-publication sales. The winners of the 2012 kuril dhagun Indigenous Writing Fellowships will be published by Magabala Books in 2012: • Bakir and Bi, an illustrated children’s

story inspired by a Torres Strait legend, by Jillian Boyd (writer) and Tori-Jay Mordey (illustrator). Jillian is a Torres Strait Islander woman from Thursday Island, now living in Brisbane. Tori-Jay Mordey is a 17-year-old Torres Strait Islander from Thursday Island, now living in Hervey Bay.

• Rise of the Fallen, a young adult fantasy novel by Teagan Chilcott. Teagan is a descendant of Kamiloraoi and identifies with the Waka Waka people. She lives in Brisbane.

The program has expanded to include the kuril dhagun OnScreen Trainee Editor Program, with the support of the Literature Board of the Australia Council. The

Valley region. The collection centres on oral histories recorded by Amanda Gearing, which document the experiences of flood survivors and rescuers in Spring Bluff, Murphys Creek, Toowoomba, Withcott, Postmans Ridge, Helidon, Carpendale and Grantham

• 14 films about topics such as the Go-Betweens, Festival Hall and Queensland Punk, created in collaboration between Griffith Film School and Revolution Rock Community Arts Collective

• two accounts of Captain James Cook’s first Endeavour voyage (p7).

Born-digital Collecting born-digital content has become more streamlined with the advent of Digital Deposit via the SLQ website. This service, linked to the DigiTool digital management system, allows clients to upload their own images or publications in a similar process to uploading images on Flickr. It also enables the creator to describe their items and tag them through One Search. There has been strong growth in the collection with an extra 117 eBooks and 1,200 eSerial issues now available through One Search. Traditional legal deposit has also been strong, with 24,000 monographs and serial issues received in 2011–12. SLQ’s collections have become more accessible during 2011–12 through digitisation work, which saw its digitised collections expand by: • 8,300 pages from 64 publications • 64,500 images including photos, maps

and artists’ books. Clients now have access to the Electronic Book Library (EBL), an online database of eBooks on a wide range of topics. SLQ has subscribed to 130,000 titles, which can be found in the One Search catalogue.

Access SLQ is developing a framework for a distributed collection of Queensland memory to ensure the State’s cultural heritage is valued, understood, made discoverable and shared. Working in partnership and collaboration, SLQ aims to support agents of public and private heritage collections across Queensland to

preserve and share their unique local history. A distributed collection of Queensland memory will enable a sustainable, collaborative and connected network of Queensland content. SLQ has been working towards this in 2011–12 through initiatives such as regional training to develop local history collections and to increase online content about Queensland on site such as Wikipedia. Through these activities, SLQ fosters the development of new knowledge about Queensland while working with communities to co-create Queensland memory. As part of increasing online access to information, new Queensland titles were added to the digitised newspapers on Trove (The National Library of Australia’s Discovery platform) in 2011–12: • The Charleville Times (1883–1954) • The Darling Downs Gazette and

General Advertiser (1858–80) • The North Australian (1863–65) • North Australian and Queensland

General Advertiser (1862–63) • The North Australian, Ipswich and

General Advertiser (1856–62) • Northern Miner (1874–1954) • Nambour Chronicle and North Coast

Advertiser (1922–54) • Warwick Argus (1879–1901) • Warwick Argus and Tenterfield

Chronicle (1866–79) • The Western Champion (1879–91) • The Western Champion and General

Advertiser for the Central-Western Districts (1892–1922)

SLQ’s historically significant collection of Blocksidge and Ferguson Real Estate Maps was preserved thanks to funding provided by the Queensland Library Foundation. This collection captures the architectural sophistication of Brisbane in the late 1800s and early 1900s, and chronicles the city’s evolving urban landscape at this time. The detailed estate maps of Brisbane suburbs were produced as advertising posters, but had been bound into large volumes. Delicate conservation treatment and subsequent digitisation mean this rich resource will now be available online.


Optimising learning and engagement In 2011–12, SLQ’s learning and engagement programming has been designed to respond to current issues of importance to the community while still addressing SLQ’s areas of focus. Harnessing new technology and the cooperation of public libraries, more participation opportunities have been made available to online and offsite audiences.

The 2011–12 reporting period has seen the development of new tools for planning, managing and evaluating the public programs offered by SLQ, individually and as a program of events. This has helped SLQ strike a balance between interactive and passive events, and provide programming to better engage its diverse audiences. With more than 220,000 program participants for this period, these strategies strengthen SLQ’s profile as a leader in participatory programming.

For children and families Strait Home, SLQ’s celebration of the peoples and cultures of the Torres Strait Islands, was supported by a series of workshops with children and families which retold two of the stories from Tales from the Torres Strait compiled by Margaret Lawrie. Artworks created in these workshops were used to create digital picture books, installed as part of the official Strait Homeexhibition in The Corner. This showcased the work of, and provided a voice for, children as valid contributors to SLQ collections. Look! The art of Australian picture books today brought more than 27,400 children and families to the SLQ Gallery from December 2011 to March 2012. It celebrated artwork from some of the nation’s most treasured picture books, featuring illustrations by Shaun Tan, Graeme Base, Bob Graham, Lucia Masciullo, Stella Danalis and Terry Denton. Special programming and interactive displays were developed for this touring exhibition from the State Library of Victoria. Online activities for children supplemented the exhibition and allowed families in remote locations to take part. More than 24,000 children and families participated in January 2012’s Look! Holiday Fun. Highlights included craft activities created in collaboration with two Look! illustrators, a picture book to motion picture film festival and the launch of a locally produced picture book. Children and young people aged 9–16 were also offered a series of workshops in stop-motion

animation, flash animation, cartooning, caricature and Manga. The Top Secret Storytelling Clubhouse enjoyed runaway success, with every show sold out and a subsequent show in regional Queensland. SLQ partnered with the Department of Communities and Mercy Services to provide holiday programming for the Unaccompanied Humanitarian Refugee Minors. Through the program in July 2011, children and their families visited SLQ for a series of stop-motion workshops, providing a creative and engaging access point to SLQ’s collections and services. Offsite, SLQ also supported Queensland Multicultural Festival, with The Corner in the Parkland. More than 2,500 children, families and friends visited the space.

For schools In October 2011, 50 teachers took part in SLQ’s Professional Development Day. Three professional development streams included: Design Generation — a look at design thinking in the classroom; Interpreting Collections — enhancing classroom practice; and Harnessing Digital Culture — a look at The Edge’s creative workshop programs. The 2012 program will be developed based on feedback from previous participants to ensure that learning programs offered meet client needs. Professor Stephen Heppell, mastermind at the heart of a global revolution in physical learning space design, addressed 100 policy makers, teachers and educators in a discussion on classroom design, the transition of Year 7 into secondary school and the introduction of the National Curriculum. A podcast of Future Pedagogy: Philosophy to Practicalities is available on the learning section of the website. In September 2011, to coincide with Brisbane Writers Festival and the National Poetry Slam, more than 150 students participated in SlammED! performance poetry workshops, which culminated in student slams. As part of the continued partnership with May Gibbs Children’s Literature Trust, nine

Literature Board approved funding for a national program which could be offered remotely through new and emerging technology. This will allow talented Indigenous people with an interest in editing to undertake training and development in their usual place of residence. Two OnScreen Trainee Editor roles were offered in 2012, with a particular focus on recruiting from Far North Queensland/Torres Strait and Western Australia.

Indigenous Knowledge Centres The network of IKCs across Queensland continues to expand, providing a place for sharing and learning knowledge, traditional and contemporary. SLQ has conducted a range of developmental workshops for IKC co-ordinators in 2011–12, including a week-long annual workshop in Brisbane visited by the Governor-General, Her Excellency Ms Quentin Bryce AC, patron of the Queensland IKCs. Newly appointed Torres Strait Island Regional Council’s (TSIRC) multi-skilled administration officers received training in February 2012. They staff the IKCs on the islands of Boigu, Saibai, Duaun, Poruma, Erub, Moa (Kubin), Iama, Mabuiag and Hammond. Sessions included library management and programming, the Aurora library management system, local history and ephemera, research skills, interlibrary loans, community mapping and ICT training. In February 2012, the Palm Island Council reopened the Bwgcolman IKC in a larger, newly renovated, heritage building which is the focal point of a new cultural precinct. This increased floor space of the IKC by more than 250%, and improved public access to computers with faster Wi Fi. This prominent location alongside the new community meeting room, arts centre and museum bodes well for the continued increase in public use of, access to and maintenance of Indigenous knowledge. The new Umagico IKC, opened by State Librarian Janette Wright in May 2012, is the 22nd IKC but the first to incorporate a sports library. It houses sports equipment such as bats, racquets and balls which can

be borrowed by clients, recognising the strong sporting culture in the area. The first stage of the new IKC in Bamaga was opened in May 2012, to accommodate the rollout of the National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Public Internet Access (NPA RIPIA). The space will expand by the end of 2012 to include a media room, children’s corner, heritage collection museum, meeting space, library and after-hours café with outdoor seating. The network will continue to expand in 2012–13, with the former Country Lending Service library at Yarrabah now in the process of being converted to an IKC. In July 2011, a language workshop at Wujal Wujal helped children to animate and translate their ‘away with words’ story into traditional language. Funded through the Commonwealth Office for the Arts, these workshops enable local stories to be included in the second publication of stories shared by Cape York children. Over Easter 2012, Culture Love workshops were held at the Bwgcolman IKC on Palm Island and at Injinoo, with the support of the respective local councils and other organisations. Outcomes included production of heritage resources using multimedia tools, intergenerational participation in family literacy activities, and the celebration of Indigenous arts and culture through arts and language. In May 2012, the Cairns Regional Office hosted a four-day ICT workshop to provide professional development for IKC coordinators and staff from non-IKC public Internet access sites. Topics ranged from reformatting hard drives to creating eBooks to build community interaction with technology. The program was funded by the NPA RIPIA. Participants came from Woorabinda, Bamaga, Seisia, New Mapoon, Umagico, Injinoo, Lockhart River, Dajarra, Pormpuraaw, and the islands of Palm, Badu, Mabuiag, Iama, Boigu, Warraber, Dauan, Saibai, Masig, Poruma and Hammond.SLQ staff regularly visit IKCs to provide training, support and advice.


Promoting reading, writing and ideasSLQ aims to become a hub of creative and critical thinking, community discussion and artistic inspiration. Its continued focus on reading, writing and ideas draws new audiences and helps contribute to a more literate and informed Queensland.

Digital Literacy Approximately 2,800 people across Australia participated in 2011’s Looking @2.0 course, which finished in October 2011. The updated version of this online learning experience introduced participants to skills and applications to help them better interact with the online world. A new and improved MyLanguage website (mylanguage.gov.au) was launched in November 2011, providing access to more than 6 million links in a range of languages. It includes access to search engines, web directories and news in more than 65 languages, as well as a hub for Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) communities and related organisations to share ideas and resources. The new website highlights programs that libraries and other organisations provide to assist social inclusion, promote language and cultural maintenance, and celebrate our multicultural society. The website, first launched in 2006, is a joint partnership between Australian state and territory libraries.

A State of Writing SLQ continued to lead the State of Writingpartnership, which supports and promotes diverse programs to inspire creativity and engagement in Queensland writing. SLQ hosts the Brisbane Writers Festival, author events and writing-based activities for children, among other events. It partnered with Queensland Writers Centre to deliver writing programs around the State. The first Write Here @ SLQ event was held in November 2011, featuring readings and performances by the winners of the Young Writers Award and kuril dhagun Indigenous Writing Fellowships. Launched in February 2012, FreeVerse! where page meets stage is a series of spoken word events which examines the differences between poetry for performance and for the page. With David (Ghostboy) Stavanger as MC, each event pairs an established page poet with a spoken word artist, who respond to each other’s work poem for poem. The popular event featured performance artists Pascalle Burton,

Darkwing Dubs (Scott Sneddon) and Eleanor Jackson, and celebrated local page poets Graham Nunn, Brett Dionysius and Rosanna Licari.

Literacy In 2012, SLQ’s annual Summer Reading Club went national, with the support of ALIA, other state libraries and public library associations. More than 1,000 Australian libraries registered for the program, including 214 Queensland public libraries and 20 IKCs. The online program received an additional 2,900 registrations, including 960 from Queensland. The theme, The Amazing Read, encouraged children and young people to explore all the different places that books can take them. The interactive website included activities, specially written stories by Australian authors including Sally Rippin, Paul Jennings, Phil Kettle, Deb Abela, Kerry Brown and Pat Flynn, and online chats with Morris Gleitzman, Andy Griffiths and Oliver Phommavanh. On 14 February 2012, also known as Library Lovers Day, SLQ officially launched its National Year of Reading (NYR) program with a Love2Read Literacy Breakfast attended by more than 100 people from government, business and community organisations. The event recognised the contribution state and public libraries make to literacy, and provided an opportunity to seek support from the business community for the Dads Readevents in public libraries and IKCs across Queensland. The Dads Read initiative encourages fathers to get involved in family literacy by reading regularly to their children. The program focuses on reading events at public libraries, encouraging dads to see local libraries as free places to read with their children for new reading material and inspiration. The Love2Read Literacy Breakfast also saw the launch of SLQ’s literacy framework, Libraries for Literacy every day, every way: 2011–14. This framework details how SLQ, in partnership with 340 public libraries, government and other literacy providers, is working to increase literacy levels in

writing workshops were run by children’s author Krista Bell at SLQ in October 2011. A total of 264 children and young people participated from ten urban, rural and remote schools. Another 152 students participated in writing workshops with author Kelly Gardner in June 2012. SLQ’s first monthly Learning e-newsletter for Queensland educators and learners was launched in January 2012. It features upcoming learning events, resources and professional development opportunities, and is supported with regular Twitter feeds @slq_learning. These enhanced communications resulted in an influx of school group visits to SLQ — in February 2012, 1,166 students and teachers visited SLQ in school groups. School tours and programs have been re-imagined, with targeted professional development sessions for teachers beginning in February 2012. Teachers from all regions can now learn to access and use SLQ collections in sessions onsite or online via Education Queensland’s OneChannel.

Our diverse audiences Original issues of Cane Toad Timespublications from the SLQ collection formed the centrepiece of a cultural history exhibition, Cane Toad Times: Poking fun in a police state. With the Queensland Votes: Campaigning to persuade exhibition, which included election ephemera from the 1920s to the present day, it was the core of six months of programming around the theme Politics and persuasion. In 2011–12 the SLiQFlicks program of free Sunday films expanded to include special community-based film events and a focus on broad, challenging and socially relevant selection for the public. An increased audience encouraged audience polling, whereby each month an online public vote selects one of three movies. Behind the Screen, a SLiQFlicks talk series, launched in March 2012 with a panel on film criticism in the new century. More than 6,400 people attended the new look SLiQFlicks events. SLQ partnered with Uniting Care Community, Crossroads Queensland to

celebrate International Day of People with Disability in December 2011. This was the second time the event was held at SLQ. It highlighted the achievements, skills and abilities of people with disabilities, while encouraging the community to improve attitudes and break down the barriers faced by people with a disability. Talks have continued to draw large audiences onsite and online. Deepen the Conversation, Out of the Port, and the Asia Pacific Design Library lecture series have all enjoyed strong online audiences through live-streaming and archived video on the SLQ website. Internationally-acclaimed British artist Stephen Wiltshire MBE was stationed at SLQ for four days in November 2011 to sketch Brisbane. The young artist has a particular talent for drawing lifelike, accurate representations of cities after only brief observation. The resulting work is displayed in the Infozone. The Floodlines exhibition began in April 2012 in response to Queensland’s major flood events of 2010–11 and the ongoing interest in SLQ’s flood-related collections. Floodlines is also the name of the major John Oxley Library collection project — the main focus of collecting Queensland’s documentary heritage during 2011–12. Floodlines: a living memory, in the SLQ Gallery, focused on the significant 2010–11 floods across Queensland and, to a smaller extent, Cyclone Yasi. This largely digital exhibition looks at the community response to these events. The Floodlines app allows audiences to view the rise and fall of the Brisbane River across the CBD through augmented reality technology on iPhone or iPad. This exhibition is set to tour flood-affected regions of Queensland, with the display tailored to each location. Floodlines: 19th century Brisbane, in the Philip Bacon Heritage Gallery, focused on the 1893 floods. Curated by respected historian Helen Gregory, this exhibition examines the lessons learned and the opportunities lost in early Brisbane.


Vibrant public librariesSLQ takes very seriously its commitment to equity and access for all Queenslanders. Working with public libraries across Queensland, it has built their capacity through leadership, advocacy and financial assistance, and provided public programming to communities across the State.

Equity and access SLQ has been working with public libraries across Queensland to improve equity and access to library services. On behalf of 23 small local governments and the IKC network, SLQ obtained funding through the Australian Government’s Local Government Increasing Accessibility Initiative to improve access for clients with a visual impairment. SLQ worked with Vision Australia to distribute playback devices and audio navigators to these libraries. SLQ has developed the Welcome Toolkit to help public libraries create a visible Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander presence. The resources help create a welcoming environment and provide staff with information and ideas for creating services for Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, tailored to their own communities. The Welcome Toolkit was sent to all Country Lending Service (CLS) libraries in November 2011, and an online version is available to all Queensland libraries. Eight public libraries have benefited from OPAL grants worth $88,700. This funding will help these libraries deliver innovative digital literacy programs in partnership with local organisations, with a focus on supporting disadvantaged groups within their communities.

Library management SLQ has drafted a new framework for public library development, The Next Horizon 2013–17, produced in consultation with Queensland Public Libraries Association, Local Government Association of Queensland and the public library network. It sets out a vision for public libraries in Queensland, building on the strategic agenda set out in Expanding Horizons 2008–12. SLQ has implemented a revised methodology for the distribution of annual grant funding to local governments until June 2014. Administered under a new triennial Service Level Agreement, Public Library Grant funding (see Appendix D and E) continues to support the development of

public library services and collections across Queensland. Planning is also under way to develop a Public Library Performance Management Framework, which would include a tool for web based statistics collection and reporting, making it easier for public libraries to benchmark their services. A new Single Point of Delivery Model has replaced the CLS exchange scheme after consultation with affected councils. This involved the implementation of the standardised Aurora Library Management System, greatly enhancing the way library resources are shared and accessed. SLQ staff members have visited these libraries to train staff, and help develop operational arrangements and collection management procedures. They also gave advice on enriching collections, weeding unsuitable stock, effective stock rotation and creating a welcoming space for the community. SLQ has commissioned a major study of the socioeconomic value of Queensland public libraries, performed by SGS Economics, due for launch in September 2012. It includes data from seven case study libraries, representing different social and demographic categories across the State. Training will help public library managers use these findings as an advocacy tool.

Tools and training SLQ has continued to provide affordable professional development to public library staff across Queensland. Locations included Augathella, Bowen, Brisbane, Bundaberg, Charleville, Cunnamulla, Emerald, Morven, Thursday Island and Townsville. Content included: • using iPads, applications and Skype • the latest in online resources • early literacy programs and children’s

programming • Daisy Readers for clients with a visual

impairment • boutique collections and collection

management • event planning and marketing

Queensland. Over the next four years, SLQ’s contribution to literacy will include working with disadvantaged communities, family literacy, digital literacy, delivering early literacy professional development programs for public library staff, and working with partners across the state to promote the importance of literacy and libraries within communities. As part of this commitment to literacy, SLQ facilitated early literacy programs for public library staff and early childhood educators. In July 2011, renowned early childhood educator Dr James Thomas delivered an early literacy program in Moreton Bay, Brisbane, Toowoomba, Longreach and Cairns local government areas. Literacy expert and author Mem Fox spoke in February 2012 about the importance of reading to children. Her talk looked at the role reading plays in the literacy development of children, presented practical advice on making reading an integral part of life from infancy, and shared ideas for reading games and activities that foster learning and creativity. This sell-out event was live streamed and recorded as a resource for the future. SLQ supports literacy activities across the IKC network, including a series of multi-literacy workshops delivered on Thursday, Hammond, Poruma, Mabuiag, Iama and Badu islands in the Easter 2012 school holidays. These were delivered in partnership with Torres Strait Island Regional Council (TSIRC) and local organisations. The Expanding Horizons Family Literacy Forum (May 2012) featured Margaret James from Honey Ant Readers program, an Indigenous Literacy Program. It showcased the Public Library Family Literacy initiatives funded through 2010–11 Expanding Horizons family literacy grants. An Early/Family Literacy Professional Development Day, held the following day, complemented the forum.

A wider focus The Queensland heats and workshops of the National Poetry Slam took place in seven locations around the State:

Stanthorpe, Barcaldine, Townsville, Cairns, Logan, Moreton Bay region and Brisbane. SLQ has run the Queensland heats for the past five years. The response has been extremely positive from participants and industry alike, with SLQ recognised by the national competition as consistently hosting the most dynamic, well-attended slams. These events provide an outlet for poetic creativity and expand library audiences. TED is a small non-profit organisation devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading, bringing together the world’s best and brightest thinkers to share and spread their ideas through conferences, TEDTalks videos and other activities. In July 2011 a capacity audience gathered at The Edge to watch live streamed sessions of the TED conference, for the first all-night TEDxBrisbaneLive event. Participants also played interactive video games and enjoyed a midnight meal while sharing and discussing their own ideas. In October 2011, the second TEDxBrisbanewas held at SLQ under official license by TED, and co-hosted by Paul Fairweather and Carl Lindgren. TEDxBrisbanechallenged some of Brisbane and Queensland’s most creative thinkers and doers to give the talk of their lives in 18 minutes or less. Talks were viewed by more than 500 people onsite and 1,200 online viewers. In June 2012, SLQ was honoured to host the presentation of the prestigious Miles Franklin Literary Awards. This was only the second time in its 55-year history that the award ceremony had taken place outside New South Wales, and its first time in Queensland. In October 2011, SLQ established an artistic advisory team to scope an International Indigenous Writing Festival as an SLQ signature event. The advisory team of Indigenous author Anita Heiss, Wesley Enoch (Artistic Director, Queensland Theatre Company) and new media artist Jenny Fraser met with SLQ and Arts Queensland representatives to discuss the project and identify opportunities for partnerships and programming ideas.


Libraries of the future SLQ prides itself in its forward-thinking and innovative approaches to delivering library services to Queenslanders. Through digital technology, new ways of thinking of libraries and a client-centred approach to programming, SLQ is a model library of the future.

The Edge Focusing on arts, science, technology and enterprise, The Edge buzzed with creativity and client-directed projects in 2011–12. The Zombie Climate Apocalypse, a 36-hour alternate reality game, took place across the cultural precinct in December 2011. Game developer Deb Polson worked with Edge users to develop an alternate reality game played by more than 60 volunteer zombies and 15 game players. Innovative performances using digital technology were developed, including The Room by Backbone Youth Arts and Edge users, an immersive interactive experience as part of Brisbane Powerhouse’s International Theatre Festival. This is Kansas City, by Sandra Carluccio, was told in a series of phone calls using locative technology developed by Edge Catalyst Clinton Freeman, as a part of Anywhere Theatre Festival. The Edge delivered almost 100 free Bread and Butter workshops, covering the basics of graphic design, music recording, video editing, animation, photography and website creation with WordPress. More than 1,000 people attended The Edge’s second birthday celebration in February 2012. Fifty free workshops covering topics such as high-speed photography, underwater sound recording, book binding, photo manipulation and 3D sculpture were fully subscribed within two hours. The program showcased live music by performers who had recorded onsite, and films, artworks and interactive technology developed at The Edge. Clients became co-creators through the Residents and Catalysts program. New ideas and projects were contributed by DIY Technology Resident Kirsty Boyle (robotics in art), DIY Technology Catalyst Clinton Freeman (3D modelling and printing), DIY Resident Nathen Street (LED chandeliers responding to environmental sounds), Bioscience Catalyst Dr Cameron Wilson (grow your own clothes) and Bioscience resident Rebecca Cunningham (durational performance collecting strangers’ DNA).

Within the Bioscience theme, the Mad Scientist Tea Party series featured keynote presentations and allowed local scientists to test their presentation skills honed in ‘science slam’ workshops. The Edge Science Fair (June 2012) gave more than 1,000 visitors a hands-on opportunity to explore bioscience. The Edge has continued to host a range of community events, such as: • Asia Pacific Cities Summit Young

Professionals Day • Unconvention music industry forum • Physical computing showcase

(University of Queensland) • Your Past Is Not Your Future (Jabiru

Youth Service). Workshops on zine publication, and music and event management were delivered in regional centres by Jeremy Staples from Toowoomba-based zine Bizoo and Elouise Quinlevan from Smells Like Zines distribution. iStreet Skills xChange pilot project was launched in Inala in October 2011 to trial creative community-based activities using the portable iStreet lab — a wheelie bin containing a broad range of creative technology with wireless Internet access. Training, support and skills development equipped participants to initiate a social enterprise in their communities as a source of sustainable employment and income. More than 200 recently-arrived young people from refugee backgrounds learnt computer use and maintenance through the Creative Community Computing program, partly funded by the Queensland Program for the Assistance of Survivors of Torture and Trauma (QPASTT).

Asia Pacific Design Library In its second year, the Asia Pacific Design Library (APDL) has continued to improve access to design resources and explore the boundaries of the term library. Physical and digital interaction with its expanding collection of resources has increased dramatically over 2011–12.

• Queensland memory local studies • using the Aurora Library Management

System. Some of this training, particularly relating to iPads and applications, has also been delivered to community members in remote areas. Wikimedia training sessions have been hosted by public libraries across the State to encourage creation of local content through online sources. All participants, including public library staff and clients, were helped to create or update Wikimedia Commons articles. The Corner Toolkit was launched in 2012 as an online outreach resource and model of best practice for anyone required to run children's programming, whether in libraries, childcare or at home. This is a valuable resource to public libraries across Queensland programming for children under 8, their parents and carers.

Regional programs The Corner goes Strait Home travelling exhibition, based on the Torres Strait Islander culture theme developed for the Strait Home exhibition, toured three Sunshine Coast public libraries. This collaboration with Sunshine Coast Regional Council expanded on the delivery of The Corner Toolkit for a period of four months in that region. This initiative has seen new and reinterpreted content and programs developed for local contexts.

The Edge hosted a series of professional development days for librarians, focusing on digital media and inspiring new ways for communities to engage with and use library collections. These forums took place in Brisbane for the South-East Queensland region and Cairns for librarians in the North Queensland region. Food Tales, a joint initiative of SLQ and Queensland Writer’s Centre, celebrates the many traditions, cultures and memories contained within recipes old and new. Through a series of regional author tours and workshops, the program aimed to foster and expand community cultural engagement with reading, writing and publishing. It has also supported regional libraries to connect with existing writing networks and engage their communities. Its focus on web 2.0 and digital publishing platforms has encouraged greater involvement with online platforms, and an interactive community-driven Food Tales blog (http://foodtales.slq.qld.gov.au) has allowed participants to share their stories and recipes. From April to June 2012, the Lockyer region (Gatton, Laidley and Esk) and Far North Queensland (Mareeba, Atherton, Innisfail, Charters Towers, Ingham, Thuringowa and Ayr) played host to chef Dominique Rizzo, Masterchef finalist and food writer Marion Grasby, and food blogger Lorraine Elliott of Not Quite Nigella.


Organisational capability and infrastructure In 2011–12, SLQ has continued to build its capacity to provide effective, efficient and meaningful services to the people of Queensland. Underlying this is a commitment to people and providing appropriate technological solutions to the challenges of access and equity.

People and culture In November 2011, a satisfaction survey was conducted of all staff. Results showed improvements across SLQ compared with the 2009 Staff Survey. Staff were involved in developing action plans that focus on people, leadership and communication, and improving processes. A focus group of 50 SLQ staff from all areas, classifications and levels helped to map the current culture using Human Synergystics’ Organisational Culture Inventory®. Results indicated that a more constructive culture exists at SLQ than the Australian and New Zealand benchmark of more than 375,000 other organisations. This benchmark will be used when assessing the impact of organisational change strategies. A core capability for the future is our leadership, at all levels of the organisation. In 2011–12, the SLQ Leadership Programs for senior management and team leaders continued, building on the foundation programs from the previous reporting year. The Leading from within the team program began rolling out to all staff members, involving more than 100 staff. SLQ’s new Workforce Plan, finalised in 2012 after extensive consultation with staff, has led to development of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Workforce Strategy. Research and planning for a multicultural workforce strategy will begin in 2012–13. SLQ is developing a Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) to replace its current Reconciliation Strategy and reaffirm its commitment and contribution to reconciliation. It will be an organisation-wide commitment to Indigenous services and programs. SLQ has been reviewing and improving its internal systems, to find ways to maximise effectiveness and efficiency. This has included a review of SLQ’s project management methodology (STEPS), including revised processes and tools to improve reporting consistency and budget management.

Compulsory training in Equal Employment Opportunity and Code of Conduct has been rolled out to all staff on an online learning platform. Corporate training also included updating all staff’s knowledge of bullying and harassment, and senior management’s understanding of changes brought about through the new Work Health and SafetyAct 2011. Online learning allows staff to complete the training at a time which best fits their work schedule.

Technology Technology upgrades have improved client services at SLQ. Using smart phones and iPads, roaming front-of-house staff can access the catalogue, website and intranet to assist clients at the point of need. New red phones at unattended service desks allow clients to auto-dial a mobile staff member for assistance. Public access printing equipment (now multifunction devices) has been upgraded in the main SLQ building. The process that clients use to print has not changed, but a move to Wi Fi printing is planned for 2012–13. Testing has taken place for a planned software upgrade to public access computers, to provide Windows 7 and Open Office for a more up-to-date user experience. An upgrade in network infrastructure has resulted in a network capable of 10Gb speeds, allowing public wireless access points (which have high bandwidth requirements) to run at full capacity, improving the client experience.

Identity and links In 2012, SLQ adopted a new, forward thinking brand with an underlying message of inclusiveness. The in-house branding process incorporated consultation from SLQ staff, clients and stakeholders. The new brand position ‘all yours’ reflects SLQ’s commitment to all Queenslanders in its programs, resources, services and visitor experience. In 2011–12, SLQ invested in a comprehensive engagement process with stakeholders and staff to develop a new strategic plan. Extensive consultation

This growth was underpinned by dynamic design events, including the Designing for Happiness lecture series in 2011. This series enjoyed near-capacity audiences, exploring the question ‘can good design inspire social change and transform conventional thinking?’ Guest speakers nominated their top five influential design books to be added to the APDL collection. An associated display, curated by local design firm Inkahoots, highlighted quotes from the speakers’ selected books and promoted the events. The display also featured a conversation wall of quotes from key authors on happiness, inviting the public to contribute through Twitter. Responses were displayed in a live stream projection in the design lounge. Bruce Mau, founder of Bruce Mau Design and co-founder of Massive Change Network, delivered the third annual Nielson Design Lecture in November 2011. It was live streamed to a dedicated networking function in the Knowledge Walk and online to audiences around the world. An award winning author, publisher, visual communication expert and designer, Bruce Mau believes design has the capacity to bring positive global change. During his week in Brisbane, Bruce led discussions and visioning sessions on the future of design and cultural institutions, met with representatives from local and state government, facilitated a program on redeveloping the North Quarter precinct, and conducted the world’s first 24 Hours to Massive Change workshop. A Public Library Design Forum at The Edge in September 2011 encouraged local government and design professionals to consider how libraries could be designed or redesigned for the future. APDL hosted and partnered on a number of successful events including Portable 2012: Product Design (with The Edge), 2012 Premiers Design Awards launch breakfast (with Arts Queensland) and the 2012 APDL Lecture Series (with The University of Queensland). It also experimented with ways to take the library into the community, creating ‘pop up libraries’ from milk crates. Engaging local schools through tours and career development sessions has promoted the resource to a younger audience.

The new Design Online site, developed by Brisbane-based firm Josephmark, was launched in June 2012 at the Queensland Premier’s Design Awards. Design Minds, an educational component funded through the Designing Queensland program 2008–12, provides a central repository of design education tools for Queensland teachers. It was delivered in partnership with Arts Queensland and Education Queensland.

Digital technology As more information becomes available online, the key is to make this easily discoverable by all Queenslanders through an intuitive and easy-to-navigate interface. SLQ is designing a new, mobile-friendly website which will be easier to navigate. The redeveloped blog component of the site aims to increase audience engagement with collections and staff knowledge. More than 150 participants from all levels of government and the public attended the first GovCamp Queensland at The Edge in March 2012. Coordinated by the Queensland Government 2.0 group, this ‘un-conference’ allowed those inside and outside government to share innovative ideas, initiatives and experiences relating to open data, social and technology solutions, and to find opportunities to collaborate. The newly established Digital Futures team explored new ways to make SLQ content more accessible online. Staff curated sets of Picture Queensland images, adding to SLQ’s Flickr Commons presence over the last year. This staff crowd-sourcing resulted in sets celebrating the National Year of Reading, fancy dress, school days and beautiful beaches. The 1,031 images available via Flickr have been viewed 1.3 million times. SLQ was one of the first Australian libraries to contribute content to UK-based website Historypin (historypin.com), on which images are ‘pinned’ to a location, enabling users to find content by place. The SLQ channel launched on 27 March, and content is featured in the free Historypin mobile app. Historypin’s ‘Pinning the Queen’s history’ project resulted in an SLQ image appearing on the big screens during the Diamond Jubilee Concert.


GovernancePublic Sector Ethics The Chairperson and members of the Library Board, the State Librarian and all staff are bound by the whole-of-government Code of Conduct for the Queensland Public Service under the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 as amended. Training on the Code of Conduct is provided to all new staff through regular corporate induction training and all continuing staff members are required to complete annual online training. SLQ’s administrative procedures and management practices are developed and conducted with regard to the ethics principles set out in the Public Sector Ethics Act 1994 and the Code of Conduct. These principles underpin the strategic planning processes and development of the State Library of Queensland Strategic Plan 2012–16 and the accompanying Operational Plan 2012–13. SLQ has made overt its commitment to integrity and accountability by adopting these as specific organisational values. During 2011–12, an online training program was introduced to promote the new Code of Conduct and increase staff awareness of the intent and spirit of the Queensland Public Service ethics principles. This program will run on an annual basis to ensure all staff are kept abreast of their responsibility for demonstrating the ethical values in their daily activities. Throughout the year HR practical sessions are also run for managers and supervisors to ensure they understand the ethics principles, especially in relation to all human resource policies and procedures. Through SLQ’s Personal Performance Planning (PPP) process, individual employees are encouraged to identify ways they can actively practise or support SLQ corporate and governance processes, which include improving or developing processes or frameworks which support compliance with procedures, or promote efficiency and effectiveness.

Disclosure of additional information SLQ publishes the following information reporting requirements on its website in lieu of inclusion in the Annual Report: • Information systems and recordkeeping • Consultancies • Overseas travel.

Human resources Workforce planning, attraction and retention As at 30 June 2012, State Library’s workforce consisted of 267 full-time equivalent staff. Its permanent retention rate for the year averaged 98% and the permanent separation rate averaged 92%. Workforce planning at SLQ includes undertaking an analysis of the current workforce profile and future business context, and determining the staffing complement and profile required to succeed in achievement of strategic directions. Some key strategies include: • employing a mix of temporary, casual

and contract staff as a critical component to SLQ’s objectives for a flexible and agile workforce

• an ongoing commitment to flexible work initiatives as a critical attraction and retention strategy. This is demonstrated by an employment status profile comprising more than 20% part-time employees.

An on-boarding program has been designed to integrate new starters into the organisation during their first three months, to prepare them to succeed at their job and to become fully engaged, productive employees. A PPP is in place to align the work and development of individual staff to the SLQ strategic and operational plans. Recognising good performance and commitment to SLQ is achieved through the PPP and is fundamental to good management practice. Most Valuable Contribution Awards recognise teams or individuals who have excelled in client service, innovation or leadership. SLQ continues to provide a commitment to employees’ work–life balance by offering flexible working arrangements for employees returning from parental leave, workers requesting part-time employment prior to retiring from the workforce, flexible hours for employees undertaking study and job-share arrangements in addition to part-time employment options. SLQ has gained re-accreditation as an approved Breastfeeding Friendly Workplace with the Australian Breastfeeding Association and continues to provide an

occurred with key government agencies, the corporate business sector, foundation partners, the Library Board and its advisory groups, and community organisations. Staff engagement complemented the external consultations and helped to frame SLQ’s future directions. Results from these discussions were combined with those relating to the branding exercise to inform both projects.

Business continuity management SLQ has a detailed business continuity plan, which includes crisis management arrangements. SLQ is also a member of the Cultural Centre Disaster Management Group which has been formed to provide precinct-wide disaster planning, preparedness and recovery. At SLQ, material at risk in the Stanley Place basement has been reorganised to facilitate swift relocation to upper floors in the case of a flood, which poses the greatest threat.

Self-generated revenue The Library Shop was the Queensland winner of the Specialist Bookseller of the Year category in the Australian Book Industry Awards for the second year in a row. This prestigious award is based on nominations from the industry. The Library Shop continued its association with events at SLQ, such as Brisbane Writers Festival, Out of the Box Festival, author events and the successful Look picture book exhibition.

The Library Café continues to attract a healthy patronage, and has become a venue in its own right. It hosted regular music performances and four monthly Spoken poetry events coordinated by Mandy Beaumont, The Library Café’s Australian Poetry Café Poet in 2011–12. SLQ has become well known as a high-quality, central venue for Brisbane conference bookings. Major conferences hosted in 2012 include: • Haematology Society of Australia and

New Zealand State Meeting • Photographic Society Conference. The Queensland Terrace, with its unique architecture and view of the cultural precinct, has seen growth in bookings for weddings and formal business events in 2011–12. The Queensland Library Foundation is a strong supporter of SLQ, demonstrating this in 2011–12 with a contribution of more than $0.6 million towards SLQ projects. Other sources of revenue (mainly as cost recovery) include preservation services, Internet and network services, ticket sales and copy/print services.

Working with children SLQ provides activities and services for children and their families. To protect children from harm and promote their wellbeing, SLQ works to maintain child-safe service environments in accordance with Public Service Commission Directive 7/11, Employment Screening.


Part 4: Performance summary

Library Board of Queensland Notes 2011–12Target/est.

2011–12Actual

2012–13Target/est.

Service standards Client satisfaction with services and programs 95% 99% 95%

Other measures 1Growth of the State collection 42,000 43,045 40,000Visits to the State Library — Onsite 1,350,000 1,441,827 1,350,000Visits to the State Library — Online 2,040,000 2,026,400 2,500,000Usage of the State collection and subscription databases 2 1,652,200 3,368,895 2,800,000

Usage of the Queensland public libraries lending collection 3 215,000 176,936 170,000

Participants in public programs 330,000 389,259 330,000Total borrowing from public libraries 40,500,000 40,511,975 40,500,000Percentage of grants to regional Queensland 61% 61% 61%

Percentage of Indigenous communities with a library service 4 72% 66% 71%

Notes: 1. 2012–13 target estimates are indicative and to be revised according to the Library Board

of Queensland’s 2012–13 State Budget status (September 2012). 2. Over-achievement of 2011–12 target due to library system improvements and popularity

of some new databases. 3. Reduction in 2011–12 estimate and 2012–13 target due to decentralisation of collection

distribution with implementation of the Rural Libraries Queensland service. 4. The 2011–12 Actual represents 23 communities, no net increase from 2010–11.

Indigenous Knowledge Centres (IKCs) opened on Bamaga Island and at Umagico in 2011–12. However the IKC at Cherbourg and the Country Lending Service library at Yarrabah were inactive due to infrastructure issues, and are not included in the result. The 2012–13 Target is based on IKCs opening at Yarrabah and Warraber Island.

onsite carer’s facility. SLQ’s Leadership program continued, as outlined on page 28.

Early retirements, retrenchments and redundancies In 2011–12, there were no early retirements, retrenchments or redundancies.

Internal audit An internal audit function is carried out on SLQ’s behalf by the Internal Audit function of the CAA. The internal audit function is under the supervision of the Audit and Risk Management Committee and is independent of management and the external auditors. The role of the internal audit function is to: (a) appraise SLQ’s financial administration and its effectiveness having regard to the functions and duties imposed upon the statutory body under section 61 of the Financial Accountability Act 2009(b) provide value-added audit services and advice to the statutory body, the Audit and Risk Management Committee and SLQ’s management on the effectiveness, efficiency, appropriateness, legality and probity of SLQ’s operations. In particular this responsibility includes advice on the measures taken to establish and maintain a reliable and effective system of internal control. The internal audit function operates under a charter consistent with relevant audit and ethical standards and approved by the Audit and Risk Management Committee (Appendix C). The internal audit function has due regard to the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009. In consultation with senior management, a program of internal audits and reviews is developed and undertaken to assess and evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of the agency’s financial and operational systems and activities. Strategic and Annual Audit Plans are reviewed and endorsed by the Audit and Risk Management Committee and approved by the Library Board. In preparing the audit plans, consideration is given to: • significant changes to the organisation,

systems and activities • new legislative requirements • risks identified as part of the agency’s

risk management process

• results of assessments of internal controls

• previously identified issues. A Strategic Audit Plan and an Annual Audit Plan are approved by the Audit and Risk Management Committee (ARMC) each year to focus internal audit on the areas of potential operational and financial risk to SLQ. The effectiveness of the internal audit function is subject to monitoring by the ARMC. In 2011–12, five internal audit reports were considered by the ARMC, covering issues such as management of records, contracts, collection and finance. All agreed recommendations by the Queensland Audit Office (QAO) and Internal Audit, including the QAO performance management system audit of the management of collections, are assigned to management for action within agreed timeframes.

External scrutiny SLQ took action on recommendations made in the Auditor-General’s report of their performance management system audit, titled Acquisition and public access to the Museum, Art Gallery and Library collections. Actions included exploring more formal opportunities for collaboration across the cultural precinct, and finalisation of the Content Strategy.

Key policies informing the strategic plan • The Queensland Arts and Cultural

Sector Plan 2010–2013 • Expanding Horizons: Positioning

Queensland Public Libraries for the Future

• As a member of NSLA, SLQ influences and supports the change agenda outlined in the Re-imagining Library Services Strategic Plan, as well as supporting the ALIA and International Federation of Library Associations policies.

• The Commonwealth Government’s The People of Australia: Australia’s Multicultural Policy

• Council of Australian Governments (COAG) Closing the Gap strategy

• SLQ commitments were included in artbeat: Regional Arts and Culture Strategy 2010–2014, and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Policy 2009–2013.


2. Co-create Queensland’s memory

Performance Measures • Growth of the State collection • Digital content made discoverable • Percentage of State Library

programs that showcase Queensland Memory content or expertise

Strategies • Increase our focus on contemporary collecting with an

emphasis on born-digital content. • Enable the community to share in the development, collecting

and creation of Queensland content (stories, knowledge and culture).

• Expand the relevant and significant Queensland history collection which includes our unique Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritages.

• Make visible, showcase and celebrate the diverse knowledge, stories, culture and creative outputs from people around the State, especially of Queensland’s unique Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.

• Protect Queensland’s unique and original documentary heritage through preservation of our physical and digital collections.

3. Extend learning and creative experiences

Performance Measures • Participants in public programs –

onsite • Participants in online experiences o Active participants in public

programs – online • Total program reaches

Strategies • Build capacities for lifelong learning that inspire people’s

passion to read, write and share ideas. • Contribute to strengthening the Queensland writing sector. • Position State Library and public libraries as key enablers

addressing state-wide literacy issues. • Realise The Edge as a centre of creative excellence by

inspiring and supporting the endeavours of young people across arts, science, technology and enterprise.

• Engage the Asia Pacific Design Library community in the generation of new ideas and content centred on design in the Asia Pacific.

• Further develop kuril dhagun as a centre of excellence in engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

• Redesign and repurpose our welcoming and inclusive spaces and services to enable people to explore, engage, experiment and create.

4. Develop our people and capability

Performance Measures • Increase in staff satisfaction • Increase in own source revenue

Strategies • Foster a flexible, diverse workforce and a culture of

engagement. • Expand our revenue base through multiple channels and

sources. • Harness digital technologies that enable and position our

services in a networked world. • Ensure best practice in management of our services, facilities,

assets and resources. • Collaborate and create stronger partnerships, especially across

the cultural precinct, and with the corporate sectors and the Asia Pacific region.

Part 5: Future outlook Strategic Plan 2012–16

Vision: Enriching the lives of all Queenslanders

Mission: Creatively engaging people with information, knowledge and community

Values: Respect diversity Knowledge, growth and innovation Integrity and accountability

Critical Issues• Assessing the impact of digital library

developments, including publishing, digital rights management, digital preservation and access, and client expectations.

• Growing and securing a long-term revenue base.

• Exploring new opportunities and services that support small to medium sized enterprises throughout the state.

• Adapting to the changing expectations of clients/community/users.

• Enabling our services to meet the needs of a largely decentralised population with

many isolated by distance and disadvantage.

• Developing greater appreciation and understanding of Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders.

• Creating increased agility in our workforce and capability to allow State Library to respond to emerging opportunities and future demands.

• Promoting a powerful and coherent brand that builds a strong state, national and international profile.

Key objectives

1. Improve access to library services

Performance Measures • Client satisfaction with services

and programs • Visits to State Library – onsite • Visits to State Library – online • Usage of the collection – onsite

and online • Usage of the State collection and

subscription databases • Total borrowing from public

libraries • Percentage of Indigenous

communities with a library service

Strategies • Identify and address barriers to access, including print and

digital literacy issues; cultural, language and social barriers; and geographic and technological barriers.

• Make searching, discovery and sharing of our content easy and intuitive.

• Extend the reach of our services to Queensland people and communities through local public libraries, Indigenous Knowledge Centres, strategic partnerships, travelling public programs and social media.

• Advocate for and support the development and sustainability of Queensland’s local public library services and their staff, including the IKC network.

• Commit to reconciliation with Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islanders by engaging with Aboriginal communities and Torres Strait Islander communities and promoting keeping culture strong.

• Create responsive experiences that connect clients to trusted sources of information and knowledge.


Library Board of Queensland

Financial Statements for the financial year ended 30 June 2012

Contents

Statement of Comprehensive Income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Statement of Financial Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Statement of Changes in Equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Statement of Cash Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Notes To and Forming Part of the Financial Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Management Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Audit Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

General Information

This report covers the Library Board of Queensland and its controlled entity, the Queensland Library Foundation.

The Library Board of Queensland is a Queensland Government statutory body established under the Libraries Act 1988.

The agency is controlled by the State of Queensland which is the ultimate parent.

The head office and principal place of business of the agency is: Stanley Place South Brisbane Qld 4101

A description of the nature of the agency's operations and its principal activities is included in the notes to the financial statements.

For information in relation to the agency's financial report please call Val Johnston, Executive Manager, Finance, Facilities and Administration on (07) 3840 7872, email [email protected] or visit the agency's internet site www.slq.qld.gov.au.

Amounts shown in these financial statements may not add to the correct sub-totals or totals due to rounding.

Part 6: Financial Report Financial summary The Library Board (the Board)’s performance is reported as the Parent Entity (the Board only) and the Economic Entity (the Board and the Queensland Library Foundation (the Foundation), its controlled entity). The Statement of Comprehensive Income shows a $13.386M surplus for the Economic Entity. Of this, $0.353M is the Board’s operating result, $0.266M is the Foundation’s operating result and $12.764M is due to the net increase in the Board’s collections due to collection revaluation. Factors contributing to the Board’s operating result include: the application of government funding to the purchase of collections (a capital cost); the recognition in full of grant and donation funding for specific projects which have not yet been completed; and donations and a state government subsidy applied to the Foundation.Financial performance is monitored internally on a monthly basis and reported to the Board at its regular meetings. The Board's financial performance is monitored externally by the Queensland Audit Office. In 2011–12 this was through its appointment of AAT Accountants who performed the audit of the financial statements. The Board’s Audit and Risk Management Committee assists the Board in meeting its legislative responsibilities under the Financial Accountability Act 2009, the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009 and the Libraries Act 1988. The 2011–12 Board financial statements reveal the organisation to be in a sound financial position. The Economic Entity Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2012 reveals net assets of $113.992M, of which $4.244M relates to the Foundation. This is an increase of almost 13% over the 2010–11 position. This significant increase in equity is principally due to the revaluation of the State Library’s heritage collections, which last occurred in 2007. The increase in the collection value is the result of the inclusion of original materials now valued at $16.720M, the change in status of some items through listing on national and international registers, the availability of more reliable market data, non 'Cultural Gift' donations not previously valued over the last five years, in-house restoration of original works and the commissioning of digital photos, digital stories and oral histories, included for the first time.

Chief Finance Officer (CFO) statementThe CFO has acknowledged his responsibilities under the Financial Accountability Act 2009 (FAA) and full undertakings have been given to both the Audit and Risk Management Committee and the Library Board of Queensland, including undertakings that financial internal controls of SLQ are operating efficiently, effectively and economically in accordance with section 57 of the FPMS. The financial statements were reviewed by the Board’s Audit and Risk Management Committee prior to presentation to the Board.

34 Library Board of Queensland Financial Report 2011–12

Library Board of Queensland

Financial Statements for the financial year ended 30 June 2012

Contents

Statement of Comprehensive Income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Statement of Financial Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Statement of Changes in Equity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Statement of Cash Flows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Notes To and Forming Part of the Financial Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Management Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Audit Certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

General Information

This report covers the Library Board of Queensland and its controlled entity, the Queensland Library Foundation.

The Library Board of Queensland is a Queensland Government statutory body established under the Libraries Act 1988.

The agency is controlled by the State of Queensland which is the ultimate parent.

The head office and principal place of business of the agency is: Stanley Place South Brisbane Qld 4101

A description of the nature of the agency's operations and its principal activities is included in the notes to the financial statements.

For information in relation to the agency's financial report please call Val Johnston, Executive Manager, Finance, Facilities and Administration on (07) 3840 7872, email [email protected] or visit the agency's internet site www.slq.qld.gov.au.

Amounts shown in these financial statements may not add to the correct sub-totals or totals due to rounding.

Part 6: Financial Report Financial summary The Library Board (the Board)’s performance is reported as the Parent Entity (the Board only) and the Economic Entity (the Board and the Queensland Library Foundation (the Foundation), its controlled entity). The Statement of Comprehensive Income shows a $13.386M surplus for the Economic Entity. Of this, $0.353M is the Board’s operating result, $0.266M is the Foundation’s operating result and $12.764M is due to the net increase in the Board’s collections due to collection revaluation. Factors contributing to the Board’s operating result include: the application of government funding to the purchase of collections (a capital cost); the recognition in full of grant and donation funding for specific projects which have not yet been completed; and donations and a state government subsidy applied to the Foundation.Financial performance is monitored internally on a monthly basis and reported to the Board at its regular meetings. The Board's financial performance is monitored externally by the Queensland Audit Office. In 2011–12 this was through its appointment of AAT Accountants who performed the audit of the financial statements. The Board’s Audit and Risk Management Committee assists the Board in meeting its legislative responsibilities under the Financial Accountability Act 2009, the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009 and the Libraries Act 1988. The 2011–12 Board financial statements reveal the organisation to be in a sound financial position. The Economic Entity Statement of Financial Position as at 30 June 2012 reveals net assets of $113.992M, of which $4.244M relates to the Foundation. This is an increase of almost 13% over the 2010–11 position. This significant increase in equity is principally due to the revaluation of the State Library’s heritage collections, which last occurred in 2007. The increase in the collection value is the result of the inclusion of original materials now valued at $16.720M, the change in status of some items through listing on national and international registers, the availability of more reliable market data, non 'Cultural Gift' donations not previously valued over the last five years, in-house restoration of original works and the commissioning of digital photos, digital stories and oral histories, included for the first time.

Chief Finance Officer (CFO) statementThe CFO has acknowledged his responsibilities under the Financial Accountability Act 2009 (FAA) and full undertakings have been given to both the Audit and Risk Management Committee and the Library Board of Queensland, including undertakings that financial internal controls of SLQ are operating efficiently, effectively and economically in accordance with section 57 of the FPMS. The financial statements were reviewed by the Board’s Audit and Risk Management Committee prior to presentation to the Board.

Library Board of Queensland Financial Report 2011–12 35

Library Board of QueenslandSTATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITIONAs at 30 June 2012

2012 2011 2012 2011Notes $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Current AssetsCash and cash equivalents 10 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446 Receivables 11 1,125 973 1,364 1,218 Inventories 12 275 197 275 197 Other 13 751 906 751 906

Total Current Assets 15,656 14,749 11,412 10,767

Non Current AssetsIntangible assets 14 315 493 315 493 Property, plant and equipment 15 103,138 89,431 103,138 89,431

Total Non Current Assets 103,453 89,924 103,453 89,924

Total Assets 119,109 104,673 114,865 100,691

Current LiabilitiesPayables 17 2,903 1,895 2,903 1,888 Accrued employee benefits 18 1,668 1,795 1,668 1,795 Other 19 65 41 65 41

Total Current Liabilities 4,636 3,731 4,636 3,724

Non Current liabilitiesAccrued employee benefits 18 481 336 481 336

Total Non Current Liabilities 481 336 481 336

Total Liabilities 5,117 4,067 5,117 4,060

Net Assets 113,992 100,606 109,748 96,631

EquityContributed equity 1(x) 1,465 1,465 1,465 1,465 Accumulated surplus 56,278 55,656 52,034 51,681 Asset revaluation surplus 20 56,249 43,485 56,249 43,485

Total Equity 113,992 100,606 109,748 96,631

The accompanying notes form part of these statements.

Economic Entity Parent Entity

Library Board of QueenslandSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOMEFor the year ended 30 June 2012

2012 2011 2012 2011Notes $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Income from Continuing OperationsRevenue

User charges 2 2,041 1,634 2,041 1,634 Grants and other contributions 3 55,159 55,017 55,313 55,116 Other revenue 4 1,607 1,187 1,389 986

Total Income from Continuing Operations 58,807 57,838 58,743 57,736

Employee expenses 5 24,583 23,878 24,583 23,878 Supplies and services 6 13,618 13,741 13,524 13,737 Grants and subsidies 7 17,904 17,657 18,214 17,967 Depreciation and amortisation 8 716 733 716 733 Other expenses 9 1,364 667 1,353 663

58,185 56,678 58,390 56,978

Operating Result from Continuing Operations 622 1,162 353 758

Increase (decrease) in asset revaluation surplus 20 12,764 (211) 12,764 (211)

12,764 (211) 12,764 (211)

13,386 951 13,117 547


Total Comprehensive Income


Total Expenses from Continuing Operations

Expenses from Continuing Operations

Other Comprehensive Income

Total Other Comprehensive Income


Library Board of QueenslandSTATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITIONAs at 30 June 2012

2012 2011 2012 2011Notes $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Current AssetsCash and cash equivalents 10 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446 Receivables 11 1,125 973 1,364 1,218 Inventories 12 275 197 275 197 Other 13 751 906 751 906

Total Current Assets 15,656 14,749 11,412 10,767

Non Current AssetsIntangible assets 14 315 493 315 493 Property, plant and equipment 15 103,138 89,431 103,138 89,431

Total Non Current Assets 103,453 89,924 103,453 89,924

Total Assets 119,109 104,673 114,865 100,691

Current LiabilitiesPayables 17 2,903 1,895 2,903 1,888 Accrued employee benefits 18 1,668 1,795 1,668 1,795 Other 19 65 41 65 41

Total Current Liabilities 4,636 3,731 4,636 3,724

Non Current liabilitiesAccrued employee benefits 18 481 336 481 336

Total Non Current Liabilities 481 336 481 336

Total Liabilities 5,117 4,067 5,117 4,060

Net Assets 113,992 100,606 109,748 96,631

EquityContributed equity 1(x) 1,465 1,465 1,465 1,465 Accumulated surplus 56,278 55,656 52,034 51,681 Asset revaluation surplus 20 56,249 43,485 56,249 43,485

Total Equity 113,992 100,606 109,748 96,631



Library Board of QueenslandSTATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOMEFor the year ended 30 June 2012

2012 2011 2012 2011Notes $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Income from Continuing OperationsRevenue

User charges 2 2,041 1,634 2,041 1,634 Grants and other contributions 3 55,159 55,017 55,313 55,116 Other revenue 4 1,607 1,187 1,389 986

Total Income from Continuing Operations 58,807 57,838 58,743 57,736

Employee expenses 5 24,583 23,878 24,583 23,878 Supplies and services 6 13,618 13,741 13,524 13,737 Grants and subsidies 7 17,904 17,657 18,214 17,967 Depreciation and amortisation 8 716 733 716 733 Other expenses 9 1,364 667 1,353 663

58,185 56,678 58,390 56,978

Operating Result from Continuing Operations 622 1,162 353 758

Increase (decrease) in asset revaluation surplus 20 12,764 (211) 12,764 (211)

12,764 (211) 12,764 (211)

13,386 951 13,117 547


Total Comprehensive Income


Total Expenses from Continuing Operations

Expenses from Continuing Operations

Other Comprehensive Income

Total Other Comprehensive Income


Library Board of QueenslandSTATEMENT OF CASH FLOWSFor the year ended 30 June 2012

2012 2011 2012 2011Notes $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Cash flows from operating activitiesInflows:

User charges 1,958 1,603 1,958 1,603 Grants and other contributions 54,673 54,585 54,820 54,452 GST collected from customers 264 335 242 335 GST input tax credits from ATO 3,219 3,128 3,219 3,128 Interest receipts 1,086 1,145 882 930 Other inflows 464 49 464 49

Outflows:Employee expenses (24,546) (23,700) (24,546) (23,700)Supplies and services (12,018) (12,851) (11,917) (12,850)Grants and subsidies (17,904) (17,657) (18,214) (17,967)GST paid to suppliers (3,191) (3,185) (3,191) (3,185)GST remitted to ATO (328) (280) (307) (280)Other outflows (1,328) (657) (1,317) (653)

Net cash from operating activities 21 2,349 2,515 2,093 1,862

Cash flows from investing activitiesInflows:

Sales of property, plant and equipment (1) - (1) - Outflows:

Payments for Valuables (574) (432) (574) (432)Payments for Library Collection (456) (539) (456) (539)Payments for property, plant and equipment (486) (282) (486) (282)

Net cash (used in) investing activities (1,517) (1,253) (1,517) (1,253)

Net increase in cash and cash equivalents 832 1,262 576 609 Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of financial year 12,673 11,411 8,446 7,837

Cash and cash equivalents at end of financial year 10 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446



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Notes to and forming part of the financial statements 2011–12

1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies(a) Statement of Compliance The Library Board has prepared these financial statements in compliance with section 43 of the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009. These financial statements are general purpose financial statements, and have been prepared on an accrual basis in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations. In addition, the financial statements comply with Treasury's Minimum Reporting Requirements for the year ending 30 June 2012, and other authoritative pronouncements. With respect to compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and Interpretations, the Library Board has applied those requirements applicable to not-for-profit entities, as the Library Board is a not-for-profit statutory body. Except where stated, the historical cost convention is used. (b) The Reporting Entity In the financial statements, the term Parent Entity refers to the Library Board, and includes the value of all revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and equity of the Library Board. The term Economic Entity refers to the consolidated entity of the Library Board and the Queensland Library Foundation (the Foundation) (Refer note 25). In the process of consolidating into a single economic entity, all transactions between the Library Board and the Foundation have been eliminated (where material). (c) User Charges User charges controlled by the Library Board are recognised as revenue when invoices for the related services are issued or when services have been provided. User charges are controlled by the Library Board where they can be deployed for the achievement of the Library Board's objectives. (d) Grants and Contributions Grants, contributions, donations and gifts that are non-reciprocal in nature are recognised as revenue in the year in which the Library Board obtains control over them. Where grants are received that are

reciprocal in nature, revenue is recognised over the term of the funding arrangements. Contributed assets are recognised at their fair value. Contributions of services are recognised when a fair value can be determined reliably and the services would be purchased if not donated. (e) Cash and Cash Equivalents For the purposes of the Statement of Financial Position and the Statement of Cash Flows, cash assets include all cash and cheques receipted but not banked at 30 June as well as deposits at call with financial institutions. It also includes investments with short periods to maturity that are readily convertible to cash on hand at the Library Board's or issuer's option and that are subject to a low risk of changes in value. (f) Receivables Trade debtors are recognised at the amounts due at the time of sale or service delivery i.e. the agreed purchase/contract price. Settlement of these amounts is required within 30 days from invoice date. The collectability of receivables is assessed periodically with provision being made for impairment. (g) Inventories Inventories held for sale are valued at the lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is assigned on a weighted average basis and includes expenditure incurred in acquiring the inventories and bringing them to their existing condition, except for training costs which are expensed as incurred. Net realisable value is determined on the basis of the Library Board's normal selling pattern. For library materials (recognised for the first time in 2010-11), net realisable value is determined on the basis of normal usage of these materials. Expenses associated with marketing, selling and distribution are deducted to determine net realisable value.

Notes to and forming part of the financial statements 2011–12 Objectives and Principal Activities of the Library Board of Queensland Note 1: Summary of Significant

Accounting Policies Note 2: User Charges Note 3: Grants and Other Contributions Note 4: Other Revenues Note 5: Employee Expenses Note 6: Supplies and Services Note 7: Grants and Subsidies Note 8: Depreciation and Amortisation Note 9: Other Expenses Note 10: Cash and Cash Equivalents Note 11: Receivables Note 12: Inventories Note 13: Other Current Assets Note 14: Intangible Assets Note 15: Property, Plant and Equipment Note 16: Future Minimum Lease

Receivables Note 17: Payables Note 18: Accrued Employee Benefits Note 19: Other Current Liabilities Note 20: Asset Revaluation Surplus by

Class Note 21: Reconciliation of Operating

Surplus to Net Cash from Operating Activities

Note 22: Non-Cash Financing and Investing Activities

Note 23: Commitments for Expenditure Note 24: Contingencies Note 25: Controlled Entities Note 26: Events Occurring after Balance

Date Note 27: Financial Instruments

Objectives and Principal Activities of the Library Board of Queensland To contribute to the cultural, social and intellectual development of all Queenslanders. The Library Board of Queensland (the Library Board) oversees the activities of the State Library of Queensland (the State Library) which is an innovative 21st century library, embracing emerging technologies and collaborative approaches to empower people to discover, use, share and transform collections and the world of online information. The State Library partners with local governments to provide library services with over 340 public libraries and Indigenous Knowledge Centres across Queensland and has a strong focus on ensuring library services to all parts of Queensland. The Library Board is predominantly funded for the outputs it delivers by Parliamentary appropriations. In 2011-12 it also received revenue from the following sources: • The Library Shop • venue hire • building rentals • interest on invested funds • ticket sales • network and internet services • donations • preservation & reproduction services • Commonwealth grants.


1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)(l) Revaluation of Non-Current Physical and Intangible Assets(cont.) All other non-current assets are measured at cost in accordance with Treasury's Non-Current Asset Policies.(m) Intangibles Intangible assets with a cost or other value greater than $100,000 are recognised in the financial statements, items with a lesser value are expensed. Each intangible asset is expensed over its estimated useful life to the Library Board, less any residual value. It has been determined that there is not an active market for any of the Library Board's intangible assets. As such the assets are recognised and carried at cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses. Internally generated software Expenditure on research activities relating to internally generated intangible assets is recognised as expense in the period in which it is incurred. Costs associated with the development of computer software have been capitalised and are amortised on a straight-line basis over the period of expected benefit to the Library Board. (n) Amortisation and Depreciation of Intangibles and Property, Plant and Equipment All intangible assets of the Library Board have finite useful lives and are amortised on a straight line basis. Property, plant and equipment is depreciated using the straight line method so as to allocate the net cost or revalued amount of each asset, less its estimated residual value, progressively over the estimated useful life to the entity. Where assets have separately identifiable components that are subject to regular replacement, these components are assigned useful lives distinct from the asset to which they relate and are depreciated accordingly. Any expenditure that increases the originally assessed capacity or service potential of an asset is capitalised and the new depreciable amount is depreciated over the remaining useful life of the asset to the entity.

For each class of depreciable assets, the following depreciation rates were used:

Class Rate

Plant and equipment

Computers 20%–36%

Servers and switches 20%

Audio equipment 20%

Air conditioning 11%

Furniture (grand piano) 2%

Leasehold improvements 10%

Office equipment 10%–20%

Intangibles

Software purchased 14.28%

(These rates may vary when assets are reviewed towards the end of their useful lives.) (o) Impairment of Non-Current Assets All non-current physical and intangible assets are assessed for indicators of impairment on an annual basis. If an indicator of possible impairment exists, the agency determines the asset's recoverable amount. Any amount by which the asset's carrying amount exceeds the recoverable amount is recorded as an impairment loss. The asset's recoverable amount is determined as the higher of the asset's fair value less costs to sell and depreciated replacement costs. An impairment loss is recognised immediately in the Statement of Comprehensive Income, unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount. When the asset is measured at a revalued amount, the impairment loss is offset against the asset revaluation surplus of the relevant class to the extent available.

1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.) (h) Acquisitions of Assets Actual cost is used for the initial recording of all non-current physical and intangible asset acquisitions. Cost is determined as the value given as consideration plus costs incidental to the acquisition, including all other costs incurred in getting the assets ready for use. However, any training costs are expensed as incurred. Where assets are received free of charge from another Queensland Government entity (whether as a result of a machinery-of-Government or other involuntary transfer), the acquisition cost is recognised as the gross carrying amount in the books of the transferor immediately prior to the transfer together with any accumulated depreciation. Assets acquired at no cost or for nominal consideration, other than from an involuntary transfer from another Queensland Government entity, are recognised at their fair value at date of acquisition in accordance with AASB116 Property, Plant and Equipment. (i) Property, Plant and Equipment Items of property, plant and equipment, with the exception of the Library Collection, with a cost or other value in excess of $5,000 are recognised for financial reporting purposes in the year of acquisition. As per the Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector, for a library collection to be recognised as a capital item, the total value must be at least $1,000,000. The State Library's Library Collection meets this requirement. Items with a lesser value are expensed in the year of acquisition. (j) Collections Capital expenditure on the State Library's Library Collection is recorded as an addition to the collection. Purchases of common use collections are expensed on purchase. In accordance with the Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector, current year State Library's Library Collection purchases are recorded at cost with the remaining library collection items revalued as per Note 1(l). Depreciation is not applied to the library collection in accordance with Queensland Treasury's Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector.

(k) Heritage and Cultural Assets (Valuables) Current year purchases of heritage and cultural assets have been included in the independent valuation conducted by the Australian Valuation Office. Due to the nature of these items, they are not depreciated in accordance with Queensland Treasury's Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector.(l) Revaluation of Non-Current Physical and Intangible Assets Heritage and cultural assets, and reference collections are measured at fair value in accordance with AASB 116 Property, Plant and Equipment and Queensland Treasury's Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector. Current year purchases are measured at cost. Where intangible assets have an active market, they are measured at fair value, otherwise they are measured at cost. An independent revaluation of the State Library's heritage and cultural assets was undertaken as at 30 June 2012 to determine the fair value of these assets. The revaluation was conducted by Mr. Kim Adams, Australian Valuation Office. Heritage and cultural assets measured at fair value are comprehensively revalued at least once every five years with interim valuations, using appropriate indices, being otherwise performed on an annual basis where there has been a material variation in the index. Fair value for the library collection is determined using average replacement cost based on the average cost of purchases over the last five years. This cost is applied to all titles in the collection at year end in line with Queensland Treasury's Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector. Any revaluation increment arising on the revaluation of an asset is credited to the asset revaluation surplus of the appropriate class, except to the extent it reverses a revaluation decrement for the class previously recognised as an expense. A decrease in the carrying amount on revaluation is charged as an expense, to the extent it exceeds the balance, if any, in the revaluation surplus relating to that class.


1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)(s) Employee Benefits (cont.) For unpaid entitlements expected to be paid within 12 months, the liabilities are recognised at their undiscounted values. Entitlements not expected to be paid within 12 months are classified as non-current liabilities and recognised at their present value, calculated using yields on Fixed Rate Commonwealth Government bonds of similar maturity, after projecting the remuneration rates expected to apply at the time of likely settlement. Prior history indicates that on average, sick leave taken each reporting period is less than the entitlement accrued. This is expected to continue in future periods. Accordingly, it is unlikely that existing accumulated entitlements will be used by employees and no liability for unused sick leave entitlements is recognised. As sick leave is non-vesting, an expense is recognised for this leave as it is taken. Long Service Leave Under the Queensland Government's long service leave scheme, a levy is made on the Library Board to cover the cost of employees' long service leave. The levies are expensed in the period in which they are payable. Amounts paid to employees for long service leave are claimed from the scheme quarterly in arrears. No provision for long service leave is recognised in the Library Board's financial statements, the liability being held on a whole-of-Government basis and reported in those financial statements pursuant to AASB 1049 Whole of Government and General Government Sector Financial Reporting.SuperannuationEmployer superannuation contributions are paid to QSuper, the superannuation plan for Queensland Government employees, at rates determined by the Treasurer on the advice of the State Actuary. Contributions are expensed in the period in which they are paid or payable. The Library Board's obligation is limited to its contribution to QSuper. Therefore, no liability is recognised for accruing superannuation benefits in the Library Board's financial statements, the liability being held on a whole-of-Government basis and reported in those financial statements pursuant to AASB

1049 Whole of Government and General Government Sector Financial Reporting. (t) Key Executive Management Personnel Key executive management personnel and remuneration disclosures are made in accordance with section 5 of the Financial Reporting Requirements for Queensland Government Agencies issued by Queensland Treasury. Refer to note 5 for the disclosures on key executive management personnel and remuneration. (u) Provisions Provisions are recorded when the Library Board has a present obligation, either legal or constructive as a result of a past event. They are recognised at the amount expected at reporting date for which the obligation will be settled in a future period. Where the settlement of the obligation is expected after 12 or more months, the obligation is discounted to the present value using an appropriate discount rate. (v) Insurance The Library Board carries insurance cover in the areas of Property (including items on loan), General Liability (incorporating Directors & Officers liability), Professional Indemnity, Personal Accident, and Collections. Insurance coverage is with the Queensland Government Insurance Fund with premiums being paid on a risk assessment basis. In addition, the Library Board pays premiums to WorkCover Queensland in respect of its obligations for employee compensation. (w) Services Received Free of Charge or For Nominal Value Contributions of services are recognised only if the services would have been purchased if they had not been donated and their fair value can be measured reliably. Where this is the case, an equal amount is recognised as a revenue and an expense. (x) Contributed Equity Non-reciprocal transfers of assets and liabilities between wholly-owned Queensland public sector entities as a result of machinery-of-Government changes are adjusted to Contributed Equity in accordance with Interpretation 1038 Contributions by Owners Made to Wholly Owned Public Sector Entities. Appropriations for equity adjustments are similarly designated.

1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)(o) Impairment of Non-Current Assets (cont.) Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, but so that the increased carrying amount does not exceed the carrying amount that would have been determined had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior years. A reversal of an impairment loss is recognised as income, unless the asset is carried at a revalued amount, in which case the reversal of the impairment loss is treated as a revaluation increase. (p) Leases A distinction is made in the financial statements between finance leases that effectively transfer from the lessor to the lessee substantially all the risks and benefits incidental to ownership, and cancellable operating leases under which the lessor effectively retains substantially all risks and benefits. The existing lease of the South Bank site is cancellable and has been classified as an operating lease. The Library Board does not have any finance leases. Operating lease payments are representative of the pattern of benefits derived from the leased assets and are expensed in the periods in which they are incurred. (q) Payables Trade creditors are recognised upon receipt of the goods or services ordered and are measured at the nominal amount i.e. agreed purchase/contract price, gross of applicable trade and other discounts. Amounts owing are unsecured and are generally settled on 30 day terms. (r) Financial Instruments Recognition Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised in the Statement of Financial Position when the Library Board becomes party to the contractual provisions of the financial instrument. Classification Financial instruments are classified and measured as follows:

• Cash and cash equivalents — held at fair value through profit and loss

• Receivables — held at amortised cost • Payables — held at amortised cost • Borrowings — held at amortised cost. Borrowings are initially recognised at fair value, plus any transaction costs directly attributable to the borrowings, then subsequently held at amortised cost using the effective interest method. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments or receipts through the expected life of a financial instrument (or when appropriate, a shorter period) to the net carrying amount of that instrument. Any borrowing costs are added to the carrying amount of the borrowing to the extent they are not settled in the period in which they arise. Borrowings are classified as non-current liabilities to the extent the Library Board has an unconditional right to defer settlement until at least 12 months after reporting date. The Library Board does not enter into transactions for speculative purposes, nor for hedging. Apart from cash and cash equivalents, the Library Board holds no financial assets classified at fair value through profit and loss. All other disclosures relating to the measurement and financial risk management of financial instruments held by the Library Board are included Note 27. (s) Employee Benefits Employer superannuation contributions and long service leave levies are regarded as employee benefits. Payroll tax and workers' compensation insurance are a consequence of employing employees, but are not counted in an employee's total remuneration package. They are not employee benefits and are recognised separately as employee related expenses. Wages, Salaries, Recreation Leave and Sick leave Wages, salaries and recreation leave due but unpaid at reporting date are recognised in the Statement of Financial Position at the current salary rates.


1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)(ad) Board Remuneration Library Board fees, including both sitting fees and special assignment fees totalled $18,743 (2011: $19,005). Other fees such as payroll tax, professional services, travel, catering and printing totalled $52,127 (2011: $40,111). The total cost of Library Board operations was therefore $70,870 (2011: $59,116). Fees paid to members of the Library Board are in accordance with the guidelines provided for the Remuneration of Part-time Chairs and Members of Government

Boards, Committees and Statutory Authorities. These amounts exclude expenses associated with the hosting and transport to meetings. State Library executives employed by the Library Board are paid at rates set by Government for Senior Executives and Senior Officers. These executives are engaged as employees under the Libraries Act 1988 on renewable contracts as tenured senior officers under the Libraries Act.

Remuneration of Board members was as follows:

Name Appointment/Expiration Date 2012 2011 Roland Sussex 5 November 2009 Chairperson $2,560 $3,800dale spender 4 June 2009 Deputy Chairperson $2,065 $2,126Stuart Cunningham 8 February 2008 $2,111 $1,471Max Lenoy 8 February 2008 $1,501 $821Grace Sarra 8 February 2008 $1,126 $1,494Matthew McDonnell 24 April 2008 $2,087 $2,626Helen Brodie 8 February 2011 Acting CEO between 20/06/2011

and 24/02/2012 (see note 5) $656 $774Ruth Drinkwater 8 February 2011 $3,280 $633Lyn McLaughlin 8 February 2011 $0 $0Jane Power 8 February 2011 $1,503 $540Scott Reid 8 February 2011 $1,854 $0John Birmingham 8 February 2008 Term Expired 7 February 2011 $0 $914Margaret Strelow 8 February 2008 Term Expired 7 February 2011 $0 $1,305Jane Bertelsen 8 February 2008 Resigned 5 October 2009 $0 $2,502

Total $18,743 $19,005 The remuneration paid to Board members reflects cash payments made in 2011–12. Some fee entitlements to Board members have not yet been claimed. Fees paid to Jane Bertelson in 2011 relate to the 2009–10 financial year.

1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.)(x) Contributed Equity (cont.) The balance of Contributed Equity of $1.465m represents the transfer (and later adjustments) of the former Provision for Long Service Leave to Queensland Treasury upon establishment of the centralised Long Service Levy Scheme in 2000. (y) Taxation The Library Board is a State body as defined under the Income Tax Assessment Act 1936 and is exempt from Commonwealth taxation with the exception of Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) and Goods and Services Tax (GST). FBT and GST are the only Commonwealth taxes accounted for by the Library Board. The Library Board is a Deductible Gift Recipient for taxation purposes. (z) Issuance of Financial Statements The financial statements are authorised for issue by the Chairperson of the Library Board, the State Librarian and the Director, Corporate Services of the State Library at the date of signing the Management Certificate. (aa) Accounting Estimates and Judgements The preparation of financial statements necessarily requires the determination and use of certain critical accounting estimates, assumptions, and management judgements that have potential to cause a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year. Such estimates, judgements and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimate is revised and in future periods as relevant. Estimates and assumptions that have a potential significant effect are outlined in the following financial statement notes: Valuation of Property, Plant and Equipment — note 15 Contingencies — note 24 The Australian government passed its Clean Energy Act 2011 in November 2011 with a start date of 1 July 2012. The legislation has resulted in the introduction of a price on carbon emissions made by Australian businesses from 1 July 2012. The flexible market-based price phase of the carbon pricing mechanism will

commence on 1 July 2015. It will be preceded by a three-year period during which the price of permits will be fixed at $23 per tonne or carbon dioxide equivalent in year one, $24.15 in year two and $25.40 in year three. On this basis and other information available, the introduction of the carbon pricing mechanism is not expected to have a significant impact on the Library Board's critical accounting estimates, assumptions and management judgements. (ab) Rounding and Comparatives Amounts included in the financial statements are in Australian dollars and have been rounded to the nearest $1,000 or, where that amount is $500 or less, to zero, unless disclosure of the full amount is specifically required. Comparative information has been restated where necessary to be consistent with disclosures in the current reporting period. (ac) Corporate Administration Agency The Corporate Administration Agency (CAA) was established on 1 July 1997, as a unit of Arts Queensland. The Arts Legislation Amendment Act 1997transferred the assets and liabilities of the Queensland Cultural Centre Trust (QCCT) that was abolished in December 1997 to the State and the CAA became the manager of the Cultural Centre precinct. The Library Board had a signed, cancellable lease agreement with the QCCT and the lease has been assumed by the State of Queensland (Section 85(2) of the Act). While the State does not charge rent on the premises occupied by the State Library, the State Library does make a contribution to the continued maintenance of the building occupied. The provision of the building and items of fitout, including plant and equipment, forms part of this agreement. The CAA also provides corporate services under the "Shared Services Provider" model. These fees and terms of the services are agreed through a Service Level Agreement, negotiated annually and include: • Financial systems and processing • Internal Audit Services • Management accounting • Human resources recruitment, payroll

and consultancy.


1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.) (ae) New and Revised Accounting Standards (cont.) The Library Board has commenced reviewing its fair value methodologies (including instructions to valuers, data used and assumptions made) for all items of property, plant and equipment measured at fair value to determine whether those methodologies comply with AASB 13. To the extent that the methodologies don't comply, changes will be necessary. While the Library Board is yet to complete this review, no significant changes are anticipated, based on the fair value methodologies presently used. Therefore, at this stage, no consequential material impacts are expected for the Library Board's property, plant and equipment as from 2013–14. AASB 13 will require an increased amount of information to be disclosed in relation to fair value measurements for both assets and liabilities. To the extent that any fair value measurement for an asset or liability uses data that is not "observable" outside the State Library, the amount of information to be disclosed will be relatively greater. AASB 9 Financial Instruments (December 2010) and AASB 2010-7 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from AASB 9 (December 2010) [AASB 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 101, 102, 108, 112, 118, 120, 121, 127, 128, 131, 132, 136, 137, 139, 1023 & 1038 and Interpretations 2, 5, 10, 12, 19 & 127] become effective from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2013. The main impacts of these standards on the Library Board are that they will change the requirements for the classification, measurement and disclosures associated with financial assets. Under the new requirements, financial assets will be more simply classified according to whether they are measured at amortised cost or fair value. Pursuant to AASB 9, financial assets can only be measured at amortised cost if two conditions are met. One of these conditions is that the asset must be held within a business model whose objective is to hold assets in order to collect contractual cash flows. The other condition is that the contractual terms of the asset give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

The following new and revised standards apply as from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2013: • AASB 10 Consolidated Financial

Statements• AASB 11 Joint Arrangements• AASB 12 Disclosure of Interests in

Other Entities• AASB 127 (revised) Separate Financial

Statements• AASB 128 (revised) Investments in

Associates and Joint Ventures• AASB 2011-7 Amendments to

Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Consolidation and Joint Arrangements Standards [AASB 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 2009-11, 101, 107, 112, 118, 121, 124, 132, 133, 136, 138, 139, 1023 & 1038 and Interpretations 5, 9, 16 & 17].

These standards cannot be applied by not-for-profit entities prior to their effective date, as the AASB is presently considering modifying them for application by not-for-profit entities in an Australian context. Any such modifications are likely to clarify how the IASB’s principles should be applied by not-for-profit entities. Hence, the Library Board is not yet in a position to reliably determine the future implications of these new and revised standards. AASB 10 redefines and clarifies the concept of control of another entity, which is the basis for determining which entities should be consolidated into an entity’s financial statements. Therefore, subject to any not-for-profit modifications yet to be made to AASB 10, the Library Board will need to re-assess the nature of its relationships with other entities. AASB 11 deals with the concept of joint control, and sets out new principles for determining the type of joint arrangement that exists – which, in turn, dictates the accounting treatment. The new categories of joint arrangements under AASB 11 are more aligned to the actual rights and obligations of the parties to the arrangement. Subject to any not-for-profit modifications yet to be made to AASB 11, the Library Board will need to assess the nature of any arrangements with other entities to determine whether a joint arrangement exists in terms of AASB 11.

1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.) (ae) New and Revised Accounting Standards The Library Board did not voluntarily change any of its accounting policies during 2011-12. Australian accounting standard changes applicable for the first time for 2011-12 have had minimal effect on the Library Board's financial statements, as explained below. AASB 2010-4 Further Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Annual Improvements Project [AASB 1, AASB 7, AASB 101 & AASB 134 and Interpretation 13] became effective from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2011. Given the Library Board's existing financial instruments, there was only a minor impact on the Library Board's financial instruments note (note 27), in relation to disclosures about credit risk. That note no longer needs to disclose amounts that best represent the maximum exposure to credit risk where the carrying amount of the instruments already reflects this. As this was the case with all the Library Board’s receivables as at 30 June 2012 (and as at 30 June 2011), receivables are not included in the credit risk disclosure. As the Library Board held no collateral or other credit enhancements in respect of its financial instruments, and did not renegotiate the terms of any financial assets, during the reporting periods presented in these financial statements, there were no other changes required to the Library Board's financial instruments note arising from the amendments to AASB 7Financial Instruments: Disclosures.AASB 1054 Australian Additional Disclosures became effective from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2011. Given the Library Board's previous disclosure practices, AASB 1054 had minimal impact on the Board. One of the footnotes to note 9 Other Expenses, regarding audit fees, has been slightly amended to identify the Board's auditor and clarify the nature of the work performed by the auditor. AASB 2011-1 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards arising from the Trans-Tasman Convergence Project [AASB 1, AASB 5, AASB 101, AASB 107, AASB 108, AASB 121, AASB 128, AASB 132 & AASB 134 and Interpretations 2, 112 & 113]

also became effective from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2011. The only potential implication for the Library Board from this amending standard was the deletion from AASB 101 Presentation of Financial Statements of the requirement for disclosure of commitments. However, Treasury Department's Financial Reporting Requirements require continuation of commitments disclosures, so this deletion from AASB 101 has no impact on the Library Board’s commitments note (note 23). The Library Board applies standards and interpretations in accordance with their respective commencement dates. At the date of authorisation of the financial report, the expected impacts of new or amended Australian accounting standards with future commencement dates are as set out below. AASB 2011-9 Amendments to Australian Accounting Standards – Presentation of Items of Other Comprehensive Income [AASB 1, 5, 7, 101, 112, 120, 121, 132, 133, 134, 1039 & 1049] applies as from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2012. The only impact for the Library Board will be that, in the Statement of Comprehensive Income, items within the “Other Comprehensive Income” section will need to be presented in different sub-sections, according to whether or not they are subsequently re-classifiable to the operating result. Whether subsequent re-classification is possible depends on the requirements or criteria in the accounting standard/interpretation that relates to the item concerned. AASB 13 Fair Value Measurement applies from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2013. AASB 13 sets out a new definition of “fair value”, as well as new principles to be applied when determining the fair value of assets and liabilities. The new requirements will apply to all of the Library Board's assets and liabilities (excluding leases) that are measured and/or disclosed at fair value or another measurement based on fair value. The potential impacts of AASB 13 relate to the fair value measurement methodologies used, and financial statement disclosures made in respect of, such assets and liabilities.


Library Board of QueenslandNOTES TO AND FORMING PART OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2011-12

2012 2011 2012 2011$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

2. User ChargesReproduction services 61 56 61 56 Bookshop & merchandising 766 649 766 649

534 431 534 431 Building Rentals 197 164 197 164 Network services 101 52 101 52 Preservation Services 110 124 110 124 Internet Services 94 72 94 72 Ticket Sales 44 53 44 53 Other user charges 134 33 134 33

Total 2,041 1,634 2,041 1,634

3. Grants and other contributions Recurrent Grants 53,812 53,007 53,812 53,007 Commonwealth Grants 367 440 367 440

- 682 - 682 Queensland Library Foundation Projects - - 933 812 Donations 407 423 - - Endowments 250 - - - Industry contributions 57 446 27 156 Goods received below fair value 266 19 174 19

Total 55,159 55,017 55,313 55,116

4. Other revenueInterest received 1,143 1,138 925 937 Insurance Benefit - 2011 Flood 420 - 420 - Miscellaneous revenue 44 49 44 49

Total 1,607 1,187 1,389 986


Venue Hire

National Disaster Recovery and Relief Funding

1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.) (ae) New and Revised Accounting Standards (cont.)AASB 12 contains a wide range of new disclosure requirements in respect of interests in other entities, whether those entities are controlled entities, associates, joint arrangements, or structured entities that aren’t consolidated. The volume and nature of disclosures that the Library Board will be required to make from its 2013-14 financial statements will depend on the Library Board's eventual assessment of the implications of the new and revised standards listed above, particularly AASB 10, AASB 11 and AASB 128. A revised version of AASB 119 Employee Benefits applies from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2013. The revised AASB 119 is generally to be applied retrospectively. Given the Library Board's circumstances, the only implications for the Library Board are that the revised standard clarifies the concept of “termination benefits”, and the recognition criteria for liabilities for termination benefits will be different. If termination benefits meet the timeframe criterion for “short-term employee benefits”, they will be measured according to the AASB 119 requirements for “short-term employee benefits”. Otherwise, termination benefits will need to be measured according to the AASB 119 requirements for “other long-term employee benefits”. Under the revised standard, the recognition and measurement of employer obligations for “other long-term employee benefits” will need to be accounted for according to most of the requirements for defined benefit plans. The revised AASB 119 includes changed criteria for accounting for employee benefits as "short-term employee benefits". The Library Board is a member of the Queensland Government’s central scheme for long service leave and therefore the change in criterion has no impact on the reporting of long service in the financial statements. There may be some impact in the classification and reporting of annual leave benefits under the revised standard, but it is not expected that this change will have a material effect on the Library Board's financial statements. AASB 119 also includes changed requirements or the measurement of employer liabilities/assets arising from defined benefit plans, and the measurement and presentation of changes in such liabilities/assets. The only defined

benefit plan to which the Library Board contributes is the QSuper defined benefit plan, and the corresponding QSuper employer benefit obligation is held by the State. Therefore, those changes to AASB 119 will have no impact on the Library Board. AASB 1053 Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards applies as from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2013. AASB 1053 establishes a differential reporting framework for those entities that prepare general purpose financial statements, consisting of two tiers of reporting requirements – Australian Accounting Standards (commonly referred to as “tier 1”), and Australian Accounting Standards – Reduced Disclosure requirements (commonly referred to as “tier 2”). Tier 1 requirements comprise the full range of AASB recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure requirements that are currently applicable to reporting entities in Australia. The only difference between the tier 1 and tier 2 requirements is that tier 2 requires fewer disclosures than tier 1. Queensland Treasury's Financial Reporting Requirements effectively do not allow application of AASB 2011-6 in respect of controlled entities, associates or interests in jointly controlled entities. Pursuant to AASB 1053, public sector entities like the Library Board may adopt tier 2 requirements for their general purpose financial statements. However, AASB 1053 acknowledges the power of a regulator to require application of the tier 1 requirements. In the case of the Library Board, Treasury Department is the regulator. Treasury Department has advised that its policy decision is to require adoption of tier 1 reporting by all Queensland government departments and statutory bodies (including the Library Board) that are consolidated into the whole-of-Government financial statements. Treasury's policy also prohibits the early adoption of the arrangements unlined in AASB 1053 and its accompanying amending standards. Therefore, the release of AASB 1053 and associated amending standards will have no impact on the Library Board. All other Australian accounting standards and interpretations with future commencement dates are either not applicable to the Library Board's activities, or have no material impact on the Library Board.



2012 2011 2012 2011$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

2. User ChargesReproduction services 61 56 61 56 Bookshop & merchandising 766 649 766 649

534 431 534 431 Building Rentals 197 164 197 164 Network services 101 52 101 52 Preservation Services 110 124 110 124 Internet Services 94 72 94 72 Ticket Sales 44 53 44 53 Other user charges 134 33 134 33

Total 2,041 1,634 2,041 1,634

3. Grants and other contributions Recurrent Grants 53,812 53,007 53,812 53,007 Commonwealth Grants 367 440 367 440

- 682 - 682 Queensland Library Foundation Projects - - 933 812 Donations 407 423 - - Endowments 250 - - - Industry contributions 57 446 27 156 Goods received below fair value 266 19 174 19

Total 55,159 55,017 55,313 55,116

4. Other revenueInterest received 1,143 1,138 925 937 Insurance Benefit - 2011 Flood 420 - 420 - Miscellaneous revenue 44 49 44 49

Total 1,607 1,187 1,389 986


Venue Hire


1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (cont.) (ae) New and Revised Accounting Standards (cont.)AASB 12 contains a wide range of new disclosure requirements in respect of interests in other entities, whether those entities are controlled entities, associates, joint arrangements, or structured entities that aren’t consolidated. The volume and nature of disclosures that the Library Board will be required to make from its 2013-14 financial statements will depend on the Library Board's eventual assessment of the implications of the new and revised standards listed above, particularly AASB 10, AASB 11 and AASB 128. A revised version of AASB 119 Employee Benefits applies from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 January 2013. The revised AASB 119 is generally to be applied retrospectively. Given the Library Board's circumstances, the only implications for the Library Board are that the revised standard clarifies the concept of “termination benefits”, and the recognition criteria for liabilities for termination benefits will be different. If termination benefits meet the timeframe criterion for “short-term employee benefits”, they will be measured according to the AASB 119 requirements for “short-term employee benefits”. Otherwise, termination benefits will need to be measured according to the AASB 119 requirements for “other long-term employee benefits”. Under the revised standard, the recognition and measurement of employer obligations for “other long-term employee benefits” will need to be accounted for according to most of the requirements for defined benefit plans. The revised AASB 119 includes changed criteria for accounting for employee benefits as "short-term employee benefits". The Library Board is a member of the Queensland Government’s central scheme for long service leave and therefore the change in criterion has no impact on the reporting of long service in the financial statements. There may be some impact in the classification and reporting of annual leave benefits under the revised standard, but it is not expected that this change will have a material effect on the Library Board's financial statements. AASB 119 also includes changed requirements or the measurement of employer liabilities/assets arising from defined benefit plans, and the measurement and presentation of changes in such liabilities/assets. The only defined

benefit plan to which the Library Board contributes is the QSuper defined benefit plan, and the corresponding QSuper employer benefit obligation is held by the State. Therefore, those changes to AASB 119 will have no impact on the Library Board. AASB 1053 Application of Tiers of Australian Accounting Standards applies as from reporting periods beginning on or after 1 July 2013. AASB 1053 establishes a differential reporting framework for those entities that prepare general purpose financial statements, consisting of two tiers of reporting requirements – Australian Accounting Standards (commonly referred to as “tier 1”), and Australian Accounting Standards – Reduced Disclosure requirements (commonly referred to as “tier 2”). Tier 1 requirements comprise the full range of AASB recognition, measurement, presentation and disclosure requirements that are currently applicable to reporting entities in Australia. The only difference between the tier 1 and tier 2 requirements is that tier 2 requires fewer disclosures than tier 1. Queensland Treasury's Financial Reporting Requirements effectively do not allow application of AASB 2011-6 in respect of controlled entities, associates or interests in jointly controlled entities. Pursuant to AASB 1053, public sector entities like the Library Board may adopt tier 2 requirements for their general purpose financial statements. However, AASB 1053 acknowledges the power of a regulator to require application of the tier 1 requirements. In the case of the Library Board, Treasury Department is the regulator. Treasury Department has advised that its policy decision is to require adoption of tier 1 reporting by all Queensland government departments and statutory bodies (including the Library Board) that are consolidated into the whole-of-Government financial statements. Treasury's policy also prohibits the early adoption of the arrangements unlined in AASB 1053 and its accompanying amending standards. Therefore, the release of AASB 1053 and associated amending standards will have no impact on the Library Board. All other Australian accounting standards and interpretations with future commencement dates are either not applicable to the Library Board's activities, or have no material impact on the Library Board.


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2012 2011 2012 2011Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

5.Employee BenefitsWages and salaries 18,073 17,595 18,073 17,595

1(s) 2,280 2,220 2,280 2,220 Long service leave levy 1(s) 420 413 420 413 Annual leave expenses 1,715 1,755 1,715 1,755 Employee Related ExpensesPayroll Tax 1(s) 1,071 1,038 1,071 1,038 Other employee expenses 1,024 857 1,024 857

Total 24,583 23,878 24,583 23,878

Number of Employees: 267 274 267 274


The number of employees including both full-time employees and part-time employees measuredon a full-time equivalent basis is:

Employee Expenses

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6.122 340 122 340 502 519 502 519 485 464 485 464

2,017 2,310 2,017 2,310 1,236 1,196 1,221 1,196 1,194 1,043 1,194 1,043

118 150 118 150 125 104 125 104 462 415 462 415 506 555 506 555 266 14 174 14 763 789 763 789

1,051 1,294 1,051 1,294 413 284 413 284 119 101 119 101 352 427 352 427

2,300 2,153 2,300 2,153 227 207 227 207 149 174 149 174 696 784 709 780 515 418 515 418

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7.17,462 17,098 17,462 17,098

- - 310 310 42 44 42 44

400 515 400 515

Total 17,904 17,657 18,214 17,967

8.

Depreciation and amortisation were incurred in respect of 538 576 538 576 178 157 178 157

Total 716 733 716 733

Computer software amortisation

Electronic subscriptions

Plant and equipment depreciation

Sundries supplies and services

Depreciation and amortisation

Travel

Advertising & Graphic Design

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6.122 340 122 340 502 519 502 519 485 464 485 464

2,017 2,310 2,017 2,310 1,236 1,196 1,221 1,196 1,194 1,043 1,194 1,043

118 150 118 150 125 104 125 104 462 415 462 415 506 555 506 555 266 14 174 14 763 789 763 789

1,051 1,294 1,051 1,294 413 284 413 284 119 101 119 101 352 427 352 427

2,300 2,153 2,300 2,153 227 207 227 207 149 174 149 174 696 784 709 780 515 418 515 418

Total 13,618 13,741 13,524 13,737

7.17,462 17,098 17,462 17,098

- - 310 310 42 44 42 44

400 515 400 515

Total 17,904 17,657 18,214 17,967

8.

Depreciation and amortisation were incurred in respect of 538 576 538 576 178 157 178 157

Total 716 733 716 733

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11.

24 13 24 13 Provision for Doubtful Debts - Incr/Decr(13) (13) (13) (13)Provision for Doubtful Debts - Incr/Decr(11) - (11) -

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275 197 275 197

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751 836 751 836

751 906 751 906

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1,386 1,386 1,386 1,386 (1,071) (893) (1,071) (893)

315 493 315 493

Software Software2012 2011$'000 $'000

493 651 - (1)- (1)

(178) (157)

Carrying amount at 30 June 315 493

Amortisation of intangibles is included in the line 'Depreciation and amortisation' in the Statement ofComprehensive Income.

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Carrying amount at 1 July

Total

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Balance at the end of the year

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Total

Amounts recovered during the year

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IntangiblesComputer software

Increase/decrease in allowance recognised in profit orloss

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Balance at beginning of the year


2012 2011 2012 2011$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

9.44 39 38 39 46 44 46 44 61 61 61 61

417 420 417 420 2 30 2 30

19 15 19 15 36 10 36 10

682 - 682 - 57 48 52 44

Total 1,364 667 1,353 663

10.11 11 11 11

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Total 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446

11.331 264 331 264

(8) (24) (8) (24)

323 240 323 240

640 668 640 668 (28) (92) (27) (92)

612 576 613 576

66 85 66 85 119 62 105 62

- - 252 245 5 10 5 10

Total 1,125 973 1,364 1,218

Other receivables

GST receivableGST payable

Long service leave reimbursementsInterest receivableQueensland Library Foundation Receivables

Loss on disposal of assets

Other expenses

Total external audit fees for the economic entity relating to the 2011-12 financial year are estimated to be$44,320 (2011: $39,150). These fees, paid to the Queensland Audit Office, relate to the audit of the financialstatements only.


Less: Provision for impairment

Funds are held in a Queensland Treasury Corporation 'at call' account as well as short-term term depositswith financial institutions (CBA and NAB).

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15(a). Property, plant and equipment

- 432 - 432 58,264 39,773 58,264 39,773

58,264 40,205 58,264 40,205

456 539 456 539 42,972 47,154 42,972 47,154

43,428 47,693 43,428 47,693

3,567 3,657 3,567 3,657 (2,121) (2,124) (2,121) (2,124)

1,446 1,533 1,446 1,533

Total 103,138 89,431 103,138 89,431

15(b). Property, plant and equipment

Library Collections

At valuation cultural assets


Heritage and Cultural Assets:At cost cultural assets

At cost collectionsAt valuation

Plant and equipment:At cost plant & equipLess: Accumulated depreciation plant & equip

The insured value of the expensed common use library collection is $9.494M (2011: $10.944M).



-

-

Financial Report Line Item/Balance Affected Note 2011 Correction2011

Restated 2011 Correction2011

Restated$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Economic Entity

Statement of Comprehensive IncomeDecrease in asset revaluation surplus (211) (3,486) (3,697) (211) (3,486) (3,697)Total Other Comprehensive Income (211) (3,486) (3,697) (211) (3,486) (3,697)Total Comprehensive Income 951 (3,486) (2,535) 547 (3,486) (2,939)

Statement of Financial PositionProperty, plant and equipment 89,431 (3,486) 85,945 89,431 (3,486) 85,945 Total Non Current Assets 89,924 (3,486) 86,438 89,924 (3,486) 86,438 Total Assets 104,673 (3,486) 101,187 100,691 (3,486) 97,205 Net Assets 100,606 (3,486) 97,120 96,631 (3,486) 93,145 Asset revaluation surplus 43,485 (3,486) 39,999 43,485 (3,486) 39,999 Total Equity 100,606 (3,486) 97,120 96,631 (3,486) 93,145

Statement of Changes in EquityIncrease/(Decrease) in Asset Revaluation Surplus (211) (3,486) (3,697) (211) (3,486) (3,697)Balance 30 June 2011 43,485 (3,486) 39,999 43,485 (3,486) 39,999

Property, Plant and EquipmentLibrary Collections - at Valuation 15(a) 47,154 (3,486) 43,668 47,154 (3,486) 43,668 Total Library Collections 15(a) 47,693 (3,486) 44,207 47,693 (3,486) 44,207 Total Property, Plant and Equipment 15(a) 89,431 (3,486) 85,945 89,431 (3,486) 85,945

Balance 1 July 2010Revaluation increment/(decrement)

20. Asset revaluation surplus by class


Balance 30 June 2012



43,485

(ii) The decrease in the 2011–12 Library Collection resulted from adjustments made to the Library Collection following the completion of the 3 year rolling stock-take. This process identified collection items within the catalogue that the State Library purchases through licence agreements. These items, which were first recognised in 2010–11, should not be recognised as assets under Queensland Treasury's Accounting for Library Collection Policy and Australian Accounting Standards and have been removed in 2011–12. Management believes the effects of the error are immaterial (both quantitatively and qualitatively) and correction of the error and disclosures in respect to that correction in accordance with AASB 108 are not warranted and as such have chosen to disclose the correction in the 2011–12 financial year. However, had the change been made in the 2010–11 financial year the impact would have been $3.486M and affected the following line items:

(i) The valuation strategy adopted by the Australian Valuation Office (AVO) in its valuation of the State Library's Heritage Collection was done in accordance with the Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector. This collection has been valued on the basis of fair value where an established reliable market could be determined. For the 30 June 2012 valuation, the increase in the collection value is the result of the inclusion of original materials valued at $16.720M, the change in status of some items through listing on national and international registers, the availability of more reliable market data, non 'Cultural Gift' donations not previously valued over 5 years, in-house restoration of original works and the commissioning of digital photos, digital stories and oral histories, included for the first time. This, together with the 2011–12 purchases of $0.574M, has resulted in a $17.485M adjustment to the Asset Revaluation Surplus.

(211)

Total

Total2012$'000

43,485 12,764

56,249

2011$'000

43,696 32,988

Heritage & Cultural Assets

2012$'000

33,709 17,485

51,194


2011$'000$'000

10,708 (932)

9,776

721

33,709

Library Collections

Library Collections

2012$'000

9,776 (4,721)

5,055

2011


2012 2011 2012 2011$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

16. Future Minimum Lease Receivables

Not later than one year 108 103 108 103

Later than one year and not later than five years 482 463 482 463 Later than five years 334 460 334 460

923 1,026 923 1,026

17. Payables736 640 736 640

2,167 1,255 2,167 1,248

Total 2,903 1,895 2,903 1,888

18.

1,553 1,681 1,553 1,681 2 - 2 -

113 114 113 114

1,668 1,795 1,668 1,795

481 336 481 336

Total 481 336 481 336

19.65 41 65 41

65 41 65 41

CurrentRecreation leaveParental Leave

Venue hire deposits

Long service leave levy payable

Total

Total

Recreation leave ncNon-current

Other current liabilities

Accrued employee benefits

Future minimum rent receivables under operating leases at reporting date are inclusive of anticipated GST and are payable as follows:


Trade creditorsAccrued expenses



-

-

Financial Report Line Item/Balance Affected Note 2011 Correction2011

Restated 2011 Correction2011

Restated$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Economic Entity

Statement of Comprehensive IncomeDecrease in asset revaluation surplus (211) (3,486) (3,697) (211) (3,486) (3,697)Total Other Comprehensive Income (211) (3,486) (3,697) (211) (3,486) (3,697)Total Comprehensive Income 951 (3,486) (2,535) 547 (3,486) (2,939)

Statement of Financial PositionProperty, plant and equipment 89,431 (3,486) 85,945 89,431 (3,486) 85,945 Total Non Current Assets 89,924 (3,486) 86,438 89,924 (3,486) 86,438 Total Assets 104,673 (3,486) 101,187 100,691 (3,486) 97,205 Net Assets 100,606 (3,486) 97,120 96,631 (3,486) 93,145 Asset revaluation surplus 43,485 (3,486) 39,999 43,485 (3,486) 39,999 Total Equity 100,606 (3,486) 97,120 96,631 (3,486) 93,145

Statement of Changes in EquityIncrease/(Decrease) in Asset Revaluation Surplus (211) (3,486) (3,697) (211) (3,486) (3,697)Balance 30 June 2011 43,485 (3,486) 39,999 43,485 (3,486) 39,999

Property, Plant and EquipmentLibrary Collections - at Valuation 15(a) 47,154 (3,486) 43,668 47,154 (3,486) 43,668 Total Library Collections 15(a) 47,693 (3,486) 44,207 47,693 (3,486) 44,207 Total Property, Plant and Equipment 15(a) 89,431 (3,486) 85,945 89,431 (3,486) 85,945


20. Asset revaluation surplus by class





43,485

(ii) The decrease in the 2011–12 Library Collection resulted from adjustments made to the Library Collection following the completion of the 3 year rolling stock-take. This process identified collection items within the catalogue that the State Library purchases through licence agreements. These items, which were first recognised in 2010–11, should not be recognised as assets under Queensland Treasury's Accounting for Library Collection Policy and Australian Accounting Standards and have been removed in 2011–12. Management believes the effects of the error are immaterial (both quantitatively and qualitatively) and correction of the error and disclosures in respect to that correction in accordance with AASB 108 are not warranted and as such have chosen to disclose the correction in the 2011–12 financial year. However, had the change been made in the 2010–11 financial year the impact would have been $3.486M and affected the following line items:

(i) The valuation strategy adopted by the Australian Valuation Office (AVO) in its valuation of the State Library's Heritage Collection was done in accordance with the Non-Current Asset Accounting Policies for the Queensland Public Sector. This collection has been valued on the basis of fair value where an established reliable market could be determined. For the 30 June 2012 valuation, the increase in the collection value is the result of the inclusion of original materials valued at $16.720M, the change in status of some items through listing on national and international registers, the availability of more reliable market data, non 'Cultural Gift' donations not previously valued over 5 years, in-house restoration of original works and the commissioning of digital photos, digital stories and oral histories, included for the first time. This, together with the 2011–12 purchases of $0.574M, has resulted in a $17.485M adjustment to the Asset Revaluation Surplus.

(211)

Total

Total2012$'000

43,485 12,764

56,249

2011$'000

43,696 32,988


2012$'000

33,709 17,485

51,194


2011$'000$'000

10,708 (932)

9,776

721

33,709

Library Collections

Library Collections

2012$'000

9,776 (4,721)

5,055

2011


2012 2011 2012 2011$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

16. Future Minimum Lease Receivables

Not later than one year 108 103 108 103

Later than one year and not later than five years 482 463 482 463 Later than five years 334 460 334 460

923 1,026 923 1,026

17. Payables736 640 736 640

2,167 1,255 2,167 1,248

Total 2,903 1,895 2,903 1,888

18.

1,553 1,681 1,553 1,681 2 - 2 -

113 114 113 114

1,668 1,795 1,668 1,795

481 336 481 336

Total 481 336 481 336

19.65 41 65 41

65 41 65 41

CurrentRecreation leaveParental Leave

Venue hire deposits

Long service leave levy payable

Total

Total

Recreation leave ncNon-current

Other current liabilities

Accrued employee benefits

Future minimum rent receivables under operating leases at reporting date are inclusive of anticipated GST and are payable as follows:


Trade creditorsAccrued expenses



27. Financial Instruments - Economic Entity(a) Categorisation of Financial Instruments

2012 2011 2012 2011Category Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Financial Assets10 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446 11 1,125 973 1,364 1,218

Total 14,630 13,646 10,386 9,664

Financial Liabilities

Payables 17 2,903 1,895 2,903 1,888

Total 2,903 1,895 2,903 1,888

(b)

Risk ExposureCredit Risk

Market Risk

(c) Credit Risk Exposure

The Library Board has the following categories of financial assets and financial liabilities:


Measurement method

Government revenue is received in advance. Other revenues and expenses closely monitored.

The Library Board's activities expose it to a variety of financial risks — interest raterisk, credit risk, liquidity risk and market risk.

Financial risk management is implemented pursuant to Government and LibraryBoard policy. These policies focus on the unpredictability of financial markets andseek to minimise potential adverse effects on the financial performance of the Library Board.

Interest rate sensitivity analysis

The Library Board measures risk exposure using a variety of methods as follows:

Liquidity Risk

Ageing analysis

Credit risk exposure refers to the situation where the Library Board may incur afinancial loss as a result of another party to a financial instrument failing to dischargetheir obligation.

The maximum exposure to credit risk at balance date in relation to each class of recognised financial assets is the gross carrying amount of those assets inclusive of any provisions for impairment.

Cash and cash equivalentsReceivables

Financial liabilities measured at amortised cost:

All financial risk is managed by executive management under policies approved bythe Library Board. The Library Board provides written principles for overall riskmanagement, as well as policies covering specific areas.

Financial Risk Management


2012 2011 2012 2011$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

21.

622 1,162 353 758

716 733 716 733 36 10 36 10

28 (57) 28 (57)19 (15) 19 (15)

(57) 7 (43) (7)(78) (37) (85) (270)(78) (56) (78) (56)155 (99) 155 (99)

1,008 627 1,015 625 18 193 18 193 24 (8) 24 (8)

(64) 55 (65) 55

2,349 2,515 2,093 1,862

22. Non-cash financing and investing activities

23. Commitments for Expenditure(a) Non-cancellable operating lease commitments

Not later than one year 474 477 474 477 Later than one year and not later than five years 2,002 1,890 2,002 1,890

2,476 2,367 2,476 2,367

(b)

1,395 1,225 979 552 435 310 265 -

1,830 1,535 1,244 552

24.

25.

26.

Queensland Library Foundation Auditor-General of Queensland

Events Occurring after Balance Date

Later than one year and not later that five years

There were no significant events occuring after balance date.

There are no known contingent assets or liabilities of a significant nature at balance date.

The assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses of the Foundation have been consolidated in these financialstatements.

Controlled entityThe following entity is controlled by the Library Board of Queensland:Name of Controlled Entity Audit Arrangements

Assets and liabilities donated to/transferred by the State Library and recognised as revenues and expenses(where applicable for the current year) are set out in Notes 3 and 7 respectively.

Increase/(decrease) in unearned revenue

Contingencies

Commitments under operating leases at reporting date are inclusive of anticipated GST and arepayable as follows:

Operating leases are entered into as a means of acquiring access to office accommodation necessary foreffective operations. Lease payments are generally fixed, but with escalation clauses on which contingentrentals are determined.No renewal or purchase options exist in relation to operating leases and no operating leases containrestrictions on financing or other leasing activities.

Increase/(decrease) in GST payable

Net cash from operating activities

Expenditure CommitmentsPayableNot later than one year

Economic Entity

Increase in accounts payableIncrease in accrued employee benefits

Parent Entity

Reconciliation of Operating Result from Continuing Operations to net cash from operating activitiesOperating Result from Continuing Operations

Depreciation and amortisation expense

(Increase) in other receivables(Increase) in inventories(Increase)/decrease in prepayments

Loss on disposal of assetsChanges in assets and liabilities(Increase)/decrease in GST input tax credits receivable(Increase)/decrease in LSL reimbursement receivable(Increase)/decrease in Interest receivable



27. Financial Instruments — Economic Entity (cont.)(c) Credit Risk Exposure (cont.)

2011 Financial Assets Past Due But Not Impaired

$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000Financial AssetsReceivables 27 16 1 102 146

Total 27 16 1 102 146

2012 Individually Impaired Financial Assets

$'000 $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000Financial AssetsReceivables - - - 8 8 Allowance for Impairment - - - (8) (8)

Carrying Amount - - - - -




Less than 30

30–60 Days

More than 90

61–90 Days Total

Overdue

Less than 30

30–60 Days

61–90 Days

Overdue

Overdue

More than 90

Total

Less than 30 Total

30–60 Days

61–90 Days

More than 90



Maximum Exposure to Credit Risk 2012 2011 2012 2011Category Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Cash and cash equivalents 10 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446 Receivables 11 1,125 973 1,364 1,218

Total 14,630 13,646 10,386 9,664



Total 50 2 1 3 56

The Library Board manages credit risk through the use of management reports. Thisstrategy aims to reduce the exposure to credit default by ensuring that the LibraryBoard invests in secure assets and monitors all funds owed on a timely basis.Exposure to credit risk is monitored on an ongoing basis.

The following table represents the Economic Entity's maximum exposure to creditrisk based on contractual amounts net of any allowances:

No financial assets have had their terms renegotiated so as to prevent them frombeing past due or impaired, and are stated at the carrying amounts as indicated.

No financial assets and financial liabilities have been offset and presented net in theStatement of Financial Position.

Less than 30

The method for calculating any provisional impairment for risk is based on pastexperience, current and expected changes in economic conditions and changes inclient credit ratings. The main factors affecting the current calculation for provisionsare disclosed below as loss events. These economic and geographic changes formpart of the Library Board's documented risk analysis assessment in conjunction withhistoric experience and associated industry data.

Aging of past due but not impaired as well as impaired financial assets of theEconomic and Parent Entity are disclosed in the following tables:

30–60 Days

No collateral is held as security and no credit enhancements relate to financialassets held by the Library Board.


Overdue

TotalMore

than 90 61–90 Days






Total 27 16 1 102 146







Less than 30

30–60 Days

More than 90

61–90 Days Total

Overdue

Less than 30

30–60 Days

61–90 Days

Overdue

Overdue

More than 90

Total

Less than 30 Total

30–60 Days

61–90 Days

More than 90



Maximum Exposure to Credit Risk 2012 2011 2012 2011Category Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Cash and cash equivalents 10 13,505 12,673 9,022 8,446 Receivables 11 1,125 973 1,364 1,218

Total 14,630 13,646 10,386 9,664



Total 50 2 1 3 56

The Library Board manages credit risk through the use of management reports. Thisstrategy aims to reduce the exposure to credit default by ensuring that the LibraryBoard invests in secure assets and monitors all funds owed on a timely basis.Exposure to credit risk is monitored on an ongoing basis.

The following table represents the Economic Entity's maximum exposure to creditrisk based on contractual amounts net of any allowances:

No financial assets have had their terms renegotiated so as to prevent them frombeing past due or impaired, and are stated at the carrying amounts as indicated.

No financial assets and financial liabilities have been offset and presented net in theStatement of Financial Position.

Less than 30

The method for calculating any provisional impairment for risk is based on pastexperience, current and expected changes in economic conditions and changes inclient credit ratings. The main factors affecting the current calculation for provisionsare disclosed below as loss events. These economic and geographic changes formpart of the Library Board's documented risk analysis assessment in conjunction withhistoric experience and associated industry data.

Aging of past due but not impaired as well as impaired financial assets of theEconomic and Parent Entity are disclosed in the following tables:

30–60 Days

No collateral is held as security and no credit enhancements relate to financialassets held by the Library Board.


Overdue

TotalMore

than 90 61–90 Days



27. Financial Instruments — Economic Entity (cont.)

(f) Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis

Economic EntityFinancial Instruments

Profit Equity Profit Equity

Cash 13,505 (135) - 135 -

Overall effect on profit and equity (135) - 135 -

Parent EntityFinancial Instruments


Cash 9,022 (90) - 90 -


Economic Entity

Financial Instruments


Cash 12,673 (127) - 127 -




Cash 8,446 (84) - 84 -


(g) Fair Value

+1%

The Library Board's sensitivity to interest has remained stable in the current period.

Carrying Amount

2011 Interest rate risk

The Library Board does not recognise any financial assets or financial liabilities atfair value.

-1% +1%

-1%

Carrying Amount

Carrying Amount


-1% +1%2012 Interest rate risk

+1%

The following interest rate sensitivity analysis is based on a report similar to thatwhich would be provided to management, depicting the outcome to profit and loss ifinterest rates would change by +/- % from the year-end rates applicable to theLibrary Board's financial assets and liabilities.

Carrying Amount

2012 Interest rate risk-1%


27. Financial Instruments — Economic Entity (cont.)(d) Liquidity Risk

Economic and Parent Entity Total<1year 1–5 years >5 years

Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000Financial Liabilities

Payables 17 2,903 - - 2,903

Total 2,903 - - 2,903

Total<1year 1–5 years >5 years

Financial Liabilities Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Payables 17 1,895 - - 1,895

Total 1,895 - - 1,895

(e) Market Risk

The following table sets out the liquidity risk of financial liabilities held by the Library Board. It represents the contractual maturity of financial liabilities, calculated based on undiscounted cash flows relating to the liabilities at reporting date. The undiscounted cash flows in these tables differ from the amounts included in the Statement of Financial Position that are based on discounted cash flows.

2012 Payable in

The Library Board receives quarterly grant payments from the State Government in advance which has the effect of minimising the liquidity risk.

Liquidity risk refers to the situation where the Library Board may encounter difficulty in meeting obligations associated with financial liabilities that are settled by delivering cash or another financial asset and the Library Board's only exposure is in respect of its payables.The Library Board manages liquidity risk through the use of management reports. This aims to reduce the exposure to liquidity risk by ensuring the Library Board has sufficient funds available to meet employee and supplier obligations as they fall due. This is achieved by ensuring that minimum levels of cash are held within the various bank accounts so as to match the expected duration of the various employee and supplier liabilities.

2011 Payable in

The Library Board does not trade in foreign currency and is not materially exposed to commodity price changes. The Library Board is only exposed to interest rate risk through cash deposits in interest bearing accounts. The Library Board does not undertake any hedging in relation to interest risk.



27. Financial Instruments — Economic Entity (cont.)

(f) Interest Rate Sensitivity Analysis

Economic EntityFinancial Instruments


Cash 13,505 (135) - 135 -




Cash 9,022 (90) - 90 -


Economic Entity

Financial Instruments


Cash 12,673 (127) - 127 -




Cash 8,446 (84) - 84 -


(g) Fair Value

+1%

The Library Board's sensitivity to interest has remained stable in the current period.

Carrying Amount


The Library Board does not recognise any financial assets or financial liabilities atfair value.

-1% +1%

-1%

Carrying Amount

Carrying Amount


-1% +1%2012 Interest rate risk

+1%

The following interest rate sensitivity analysis is based on a report similar to thatwhich would be provided to management, depicting the outcome to profit and loss ifinterest rates would change by +/- % from the year-end rates applicable to theLibrary Board's financial assets and liabilities.

Carrying Amount

2012 Interest rate risk-1%


27. Financial Instruments — Economic Entity (cont.)(d) Liquidity Risk

Economic and Parent Entity Total<1year 1–5 years >5 years

Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000Financial Liabilities

Payables 17 2,903 - - 2,903

Total 2,903 - - 2,903

Total<1year 1–5 years >5 years

Financial Liabilities Note $'000 $'000 $'000 $'000

Payables 17 1,895 - - 1,895

Total 1,895 - - 1,895

(e) Market Risk

The following table sets out the liquidity risk of financial liabilities held by the Library Board. It represents the contractual maturity of financial liabilities, calculated based on undiscounted cash flows relating to the liabilities at reporting date. The undiscounted cash flows in these tables differ from the amounts included in the Statement of Financial Position that are based on discounted cash flows.

2012 Payable in

The Library Board receives quarterly grant payments from the State Government in advance which has the effect of minimising the liquidity risk.

Liquidity risk refers to the situation where the Library Board may encounter difficulty in meeting obligations associated with financial liabilities that are settled by delivering cash or another financial asset and the Library Board's only exposure is in respect of its payables.The Library Board manages liquidity risk through the use of management reports. This aims to reduce the exposure to liquidity risk by ensuring the Library Board has sufficient funds available to meet employee and supplier obligations as they fall due. This is achieved by ensuring that minimum levels of cash are held within the various bank accounts so as to match the expected duration of the various employee and supplier liabilities.

2011 Payable in

The Library Board does not trade in foreign currency and is not materially exposed to commodity price changes. The Library Board is only exposed to interest rate risk through cash deposits in interest bearing accounts. The Library Board does not undertake any hedging in relation to interest risk.


Certificate of The Library Board of Queensland

These general purpose financial statements have been prepared pursuant to section 62(1) of the Financial Accountability Act 2009 (the Act), relevant sections of the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009 and other prescribed requirements. In accordance with section 62(1)(b) of the Act we certify that in our opinion:

(a) the prescribed requirements for the establishment and keeping the accounts have been complied with in all material respects; and

(b) the statements have been drawn up to present a true and fair view, in accordance with prescribed accounting standards, of the transactions of the Library Board and the consolidated entity for the financial year ended 30 June 2012, and of the financial position of the entity at the end of that year.

Emeritus Professor Roland Sussex Chairperson Library Board of Queensland

Date: 24 August 2012



Bruce MacGregor Director, Corporate Services State Library of Queensland



Certificate of The Library Board of Queensland

These general purpose financial statements have been prepared pursuant to section 62(1) of the Financial Accountability Act 2009 (the Act), relevant sections of the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009 and other prescribed requirements. In accordance with section 62(1)(b) of the Act we certify that in our opinion:

(a) the prescribed requirements for the establishment and keeping the accounts have been complied with in all material respects; and

(b) the statements have been drawn up to present a true and fair view, in accordance with prescribed accounting standards, of the transactions of the Library Board and the consolidated entity for the financial year ended 30 June 2012, and of the financial position of the entity at the end of that year.

Emeritus Professor Roland Sussex Chairperson Library Board of Queensland




Bruce MacGregor Director, Corporate Services State Library of Queensland



Part 7: Appendices Appendix A: Functions of the Library Board

The functions of the Library Board, as set out in Section 20(1) of the Libraries Act 1988, are: (a) to promote the advancement and effective operation and coordination of public libraries of all descriptions throughout the State (b) to encourage and facilitate the use of public libraries of all descriptions throughout the State (c) to promote mutual cooperation among persons and bodies in Queensland responsible for libraries of all descriptions and between such persons and bodies in Queensland and outside Queensland to enhance library and archival collections generally and to encourage their proper use (d) to control, maintain and manage the State Library, to enhance, arrange and preserve the library, archival and other resources held by it and to exercise administrative control over access to the resources (e) to control, manage and maintain all lands, premises and other property vested in or placed under the control of the board (f) to supervise in their duties all persons –

(i) performing work for the board under a work performance arrangement (ii) appointed or employed under this Act

(g) to collect, arrange, preserve and provide access to a comprehensive collection of library, archival and other resources relating to Queensland or produced by Queensland authors Paragraph (h) is intentionally omitted (i) to provide advice, advisory services and other assistance concerning matters connected with libraries to local governments or other public authorities (j) to perform the functions given to the board under another Act (k) to perform functions that are incidental, complementary or helpful to, or likely to enhance the effective and efficient performance of, the functions mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (j) (l) to perform functions of the type to which paragraph (k) applies and which are given to the board in writing by the Minister.

The general powers of the Library Board are set out in section 22 of the Libraries Act as follows: (1) For performing its functions, the board has all the powers of an individual and may, for example —

(a) enter into arrangements, agreements, contracts and deeds; and (b) acquire, hold, deal with and dispose of property; and (c) engage consultants; and (d) appoint agents and attorneys; and (e) charge, and fix terms, for goods, services, facilities and information supplied by it; and (f) do anything else necessary or desirable to be done in performing its functions.

(2) Without limiting subsection (1), the board has the powers given to it under this or another Act. (3) The board may exercise its powers inside and outside Queensland, including outside Australia. (4) In this section — power includes legal capacity.


Appendix B: Library Board member biographies Chairperson Professor Emeritus Roland Sussex OAM

Roland (Roly) Sussex is a Professor Emeritus of the University of Queensland’s School of Languages and Comparative Cultural Studies, as well as Research Fellow at the Centre for Educational Innovation and Technology. Professor Sussex received a Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in 2012 for his services to the development and understanding of languages in Australia. His academic work involves research and teaching on languages, the social and cultural context of languages, and the development of technology in language learning and communication. Professor Sussex is a weekly contributor to language talkback radio with the ABC, and he writes a Saturday column on language in The Courier-Mail. He is an Australia Day Ambassador, a visiting professor at Xinjiang Normal University in China, and a Queensland Ambassador of the National Year of Reading 2012.

Deputy Chairperson dr dale spender AM

dale spender has been an author, feminist, educator and public speaker most of her life. She started her career as a high school teacher, lectured at James Cook University, and received her PhD from the University of London. She taught teachers to teach at the London University Institute of Education. dr spender worked with teachers at Djarragun College to promote e-literacy and with James Cook University to develop a digital agenda. A former Chair of Copyright Agency Limited, she has served on numerous boards and advisory bodies in the public and private sectors as well as working with AOL, Microsoft, Apple and Fujitsu on teacher training and support initiatives. She has written/edited more than 30 books, and currently writes and comments in the area of new literacies.

Members Ms Helen Brodie Helen Brodie is the former Commercial Manager, Queensland, for Australia Post and was part of the team that led its transformation

into the country’s largest retail network. Her strengths include commercial acumen, retailing, customer focus, service industry experience and team building for improved performance. Ms Brodie is a board member of Southbank Institute of Technology and chairs its Remuneration and Nominations Committee. She is a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors and Chair of the Starlight Children’s Foundation Advisory Board (Queensland). Ms Brodie served on the Board of Australian Institute of Management (AIM) (Queensland and Northern Territory), formerly chaired the Audit and Risk Committee, and chaired the AIM Management Excellence Awards from 2006–09. From 20 June 2011 to 26 February 2012, Ms Brodie took leave of absence as a Library Board member while Acting Chief Executive Officer, SLQ.

Distinguished Professor Stuart Cunningham Stuart Cunningham is Distinguished Professor of Media and Communications, Queensland University of Technology, and Director of the Australian Research Council Centre of Excellence for Creative Industries and Innovation. He is one of Australia’s most prominent media and cultural policy scholars. His recent and current appointments have included President of the Council of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences (CHASS), 2006–08; Chair, Humanities and Creative Arts panel, Australian Research Council College of Experts, 2007, and member of panel, 2005–07; National Cultural Policy Reference Group 2011–12; and New South Wales Creative Industries Task Force 2012. Professor Cunningham was awarded a Centenary Medal (Australian Honours list) 2003 in recognition of his contribution to the humanities in Australia.

Ms Ruth Drinkwater Ruth Drinkwater has more than 20 years experience in the business of innovation, research, and commercialisation with 12 years experience investing in emerging technology companies. She is a Director of Queensland

University of Technology’s Creative Enterprise Australia, graduate member of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, a Fellow Member of the Australian Institute of Management, a former Director of Women in Technology, Chair, WiT Biotech, and a member of Brisbane Angels. She has worked with more than 80 technology-based businesses to develop their intellectual property and attract investment. She works with multiple stakeholders to address issues and challenges facing the public research, public and private innovation, technology, and investment sectors. Ms Drinkwater is experienced in knowledge product development as well as delivering programs on commercialisation to business and researchers around Australia.

Mr Max Lenoy Max Lenoy holds a Masters of Education from Harvard University Graduate School of Education and a Bachelor of Education, James Cook University of North Queensland. He is an education technology and Indigenous education lecturer at the School of Education, James Cook University. Mr Lenoy is a member of the Queensland Indigenous Arts and Marketing Export Agency Advisory Committee; Editorial Board member, Journal of Indigenous Issues and an Editorial Committee member, Journal of Indigenous Policy. He was formerly a member of the Queensland Government Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Council. Mr Lenoy is currently residing in Townsville; his family are from Yarrabah and Palm Island.

Mr Matthew McDonnell Matthew McDonnell holds a Bachelor of Economics from Macquarie University, is an associate member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia and is a Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australasia. Mr McDonnell is a chartered accountant and has 18 years experience in the accounting profession. He is currently a Partner at KPMG providing audit, accounting and advisory services to clients in the private and government sectors. In this role, he has also been responsible for the deployment of key project management initiatives including IT software and various regulatory requirements.

Ms Lyn McLaughlin Lyn McLaughlin is a primary school teacher, who served as Mayor of Burdekin Shire from 2004 to 2012. She had previously been elected as a Councillor in 1994 and 1997. Ms McLaughlin is Deputy Chairperson of Regional Development Australia Townsville and North West Queensland, a member of Queensland Local Government Grants Commission and a board member of the North Queensland Sports Foundation. In her role as Mayor, Lyn chaired and was a member of numerous regional and district committees. Ms McLaughlin has served as president, secretary and treasurer of numerous community, recreational and sporting organisations.

Ms Jane Power Currently Executive Manager of Direct Life for Suncorp, Jane Power has extensive experience in retail banking, wealth management, life insurance, events and tourism. She has strong commercial instinct and judgement, and broad marketing expertise across multiple brands, markets and product lines. Ms Power has previously held positions as Executive Manager, Wealth Management Marketing for Suncorp; Head of Product and Marketing for Asteron (prior to its merger with Suncorp); MasterKey Platform Distribution Manager for MLC Limited; Loyalty Manager, Retail Investments for MLC Investments; Market Segment Manager for the Commonwealth Bank of Australia; and Loyalty Manager and Marketing Manager for Westfield.

Mr Scott Reid Scott Reid is Regional Manager for Cisco Systems, responsible for its operations in Queensland, the Northern Territory and Papua New Guinea. With more than 22 years experience in the ICT industry in Queensland, Mr Reid has held management roles with national and international companies such as Dell Computer Systems and Volante. He previously owned and operated a large local ICT firm, Silicon Data. Mr Reid is dedicated to ensuring the ICT industry’s participation in social responsibility


initiatives. He is a member of the Australian Information Industry Association and head of its Infrastructure Sub-Committee, a member of the Infrastructure Advisory Committee to the Lord Mayor and a committee member of the Smart Connected Transportation Centre of Excellence.

Dr Grace Sarra Grace Sarra is a Senior Lecturer and a researcher within the YuMi Deadly Centre at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT). Born and raised in Townsville, Dr Sarra is of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. She has taught in schools and universities for more than 20 years, and completed her Doctor of Creative Industries at QUT. Her interest in Indigenous education focuses on school change and leadership, social justice and inclusive education. Dr Sarra is the Chair of SLQ’s Indigenous Advisory group, a member of the Indigenous Advisory Committee for the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER), a member of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory group for the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) and a member of the equity committee at QUT.

State Librarian Ms Janette Wright Janette Wright is an experienced CEO and library manager. Her experience in public libraries includes the role of Director of Public Library and Network Services at the State Library of New South Wales. Her more recent professional experience includes five years as CEO of CAVAL Ltd — a shared services provider jointly owned by 11 Australian universities — and four years as Director, RMIT Publishing. RMIT Publishing is the largest Australian publisher of online scholarly content. Ms Wright has also held the role of Managing Director at RoweCom Australia, a journal subscription agency connecting a global network of academic publishers with client libraries. She is a professional Associate of the Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) and has been an active member of and contributor to national and state-based conferences and committees since 1980.

Appendix C: Library Board Committee and Advisory Groups

Audit and Risk Management Committee The Audit and Risk Management Committee (ARMC) Charter has been approved by the Library Board of Queensland. The purpose of the Charter is to outline the role, responsibilities, composition and operating guidelines of the ARMC. The Committee has observed the terms of this Charter and has due regard to Queensland Treasury’s Audit Committee Guidelines. The Committee meets four times per year, and members are remunerated for their role on this Committee in accordance with the guidelines for the Remuneration of part-time chairs and members of government boards committees and statutory authorities. For more information on the role and achievements of the ARMC, see page 30 'Internal audit'.

Members Mr Matthew McDonnell (Chairperson) — Member, Library Board of Queensland Ms Helen Brodie — Member, Library Board of Queensland (attended as Acting CEO, 20 June 2011 to 26 February 2012) Distinguished Professor Stuart Cunningham — Member, Library Board of Queensland Ms Ruth Drinkwater — Member, Library Board of Queensland Mr Scott Reid — Member, Library Board of Queensland

Secretariat Mr Bruce MacGregor (Executive Officer to the Committee) — Director, Corporate Services, State Library of Queensland Ms Val Johnston (Assistant Executive Officer to the Committee) — Executive Manager, Finance Facilities and Administration, State Library of Queensland

Public Libraries Advisory Group The objectives of the Public Libraries Advisory Group are to: • provide advice to the Library Board on policy and strategy matters concerning public libraries • represent the views of public librarians, local government and relevant stakeholders to the

Library Board through formal community engagement processes.

Members Ms Lyn McLaughlin (Chairperson) — Member, Library Board of Queensland Ms Helen Brodie — Acting CEO, State Library of Queensland (until 26 February 2012) Ms Janette Wright — State Librarian, State Library of Queensland (from 27 February 2012) Ms Jane Cowell — Director, Public and Indigenous Library Services, State Library of Queensland Ms Susan Coker — Executive Manager Library Services, Townsville City Council Ms Sharan Harvey — Library Manager, Brisbane City Council Ms Cheryl Haughton — President, Queensland Public Libraries Association Ms Kirsten Lesina — Councillor, Cairns Regional Council (until 20 February 2012) Ms Cathryn McKenzie — Principal Advisor Social Policy, Local Government Association of Queensland Mr Michael Parker — Various contract positions in Queensland local government

Secretariat Ms Laurelle Johnstone — Senior Local Government Strategy Officer Public and Indigenous Library Services, State Library of Queensland


Indigenous Advisory Group The objectives of the Indigenous Advisory Group are to provide: • advice to the Library Board on policy, projects and strategic matters concerning library and

information service provision for Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders • a forum for discussing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues impacting on library and

information services in Queensland • a formal mechanism for ongoing liaison between the Library Board and Aboriginal and

Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Members Dr Grace Sarra (Chairperson) — Member, Library Board of Queensland, Senior Lecturer and Researcher, YuMi Deadly Centre, QUT Mr Max Lenoy — Member, Library Board of Queensland, Lecturer in the School of Education at James Cook University Ms Helen Brodie — Acting CEO, State Library of Queensland (until 26 February 2012) Ms Janette Wright — State Librarian, State Library of Queensland (from 27 February 2012) Ms Nancy Bamaga — Principal, Black Drum Production (from 12 October 2011) Ms Geraldine Carter — Community representative (from 12 October 2011) Ms Kerry Charlton — Consultant, educator and facilitator (from 12 October 2011) Ms Shirley Costello — Co-ordinator, Hopevale Indigenous Knowledge Centre (12 October 2011 to 30 January 2012) Ms Rose Elu — Indigenous Service Delivery Advisor, Relationships Australia (from 12 October 2011) Ms Bridget Garay — Principal, Journey Forward (from 12 October 2011) Ms Yvette Holt — Adult Educator and academic Dr Jackie Huggins — Consultant (resigned 12 October 2012) Mr Matthew James — Community representative (from 12 October 2011) Ms Tracey Pickwick — Senior Indigenous Relations Officer, Arrow Energy (from 12 October 2011) Ms Angela Ruska — Community representative Ms Joann Schmider — Consultant, Community ACETS Pty Ltd (from 12 October 2011) Ms Michelle Tyhuis — Multimedia officer, Carbon Media

Secretariat Tom Mosby — Executive Manager, Indigenous Research and Projects, Client Services and Collections, State Library of Queensland

Appendix D: Public library grants for independent libraries

2011–12 Grant Council (ex. GST) $Banana Shire Council 72,924 Brisbane City Council 3,727,138 Bundaberg Regional Council 428,697 Burdekin Shire Council 89,730 Cairns Regional Council 749,554 Cassowary Coast Regional Council 150,940 Central Highlands Regional Council 139,821 Dalby Regional Council (Western Downs) 149,855 Fraser Coast Regional Council 459,664 Gladstone Regional Council 249,682 Gold Coast City Council 1,897,619 Gympie Regional Council 221,956 Hinchinbrook Shire Council 61,081 Ipswich City Council 645,812 Isaac Regional Council 113,485 Lockyer Valley Regional Council 149,956 Logan City Council 1,081,171 Mackay Regional Council 505,098 Moreton Bay Regional Council 1,552,313 Mount Isa City Council 119,899 Redland City Council 578,574 Rockhampton Regional Council 513,458 Scenic Rim Regional Council 160,722 Somerset Regional Council 96,227 South Burnett Regional Council 155,307 Southern Downs Regional Council 159,510 Sunshine Coast Regional Council 1,372,372 Tablelands Regional Council 249,366 Toowoomba Regional Council 694,659 Townsville City Council 767,573 Whitsunday Regional Council 148,336 Total 17,462,499

Note: Rounding may cause some variation to the total.


Indigenous Advisory Group The objectives of the Indigenous Advisory Group are to provide: • advice to the Library Board on policy, projects and strategic matters concerning library and

information service provision for Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders • a forum for discussing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander issues impacting on library and

information services in Queensland • a formal mechanism for ongoing liaison between the Library Board and Aboriginal and

Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Members Dr Grace Sarra (Chairperson) — Member, Library Board of Queensland, Senior Lecturer and Researcher, YuMi Deadly Centre, QUT Mr Max Lenoy — Member, Library Board of Queensland, Lecturer in the School of Education at James Cook University Ms Helen Brodie — Acting CEO, State Library of Queensland (until 26 February 2012) Ms Janette Wright — State Librarian, State Library of Queensland (from 27 February 2012) Ms Nancy Bamaga — Principal, Black Drum Production (from 12 October 2011) Ms Geraldine Carter — Community representative (from 12 October 2011) Ms Kerry Charlton — Consultant, educator and facilitator (from 12 October 2011) Ms Shirley Costello — Co-ordinator, Hopevale Indigenous Knowledge Centre (12 October 2011 to 30 January 2012) Ms Rose Elu — Indigenous Service Delivery Advisor, Relationships Australia (from 12 October 2011) Ms Bridget Garay — Principal, Journey Forward (from 12 October 2011) Ms Yvette Holt — Adult Educator and academic Dr Jackie Huggins — Consultant (resigned 12 October 2012) Mr Matthew James — Community representative (from 12 October 2011) Ms Tracey Pickwick — Senior Indigenous Relations Officer, Arrow Energy (from 12 October 2011) Ms Angela Ruska — Community representative Ms Joann Schmider — Consultant, Community ACETS Pty Ltd (from 12 October 2011) Ms Michelle Tyhuis — Multimedia officer, Carbon Media

Secretariat Tom Mosby — Executive Manager, Indigenous Research and Projects, Client Services and Collections, State Library of Queensland

Appendix D: Public library grants for independent libraries

2011–12 Grant Council (ex. GST) $Banana Shire Council 72,924 Brisbane City Council 3,727,138 Bundaberg Regional Council 428,697 Burdekin Shire Council 89,730 Cairns Regional Council 749,554 Cassowary Coast Regional Council 150,940 Central Highlands Regional Council 139,821 Dalby Regional Council (Western Downs) 149,855 Fraser Coast Regional Council 459,664 Gladstone Regional Council 249,682 Gold Coast City Council 1,897,619 Gympie Regional Council 221,956 Hinchinbrook Shire Council 61,081 Ipswich City Council 645,812 Isaac Regional Council 113,485 Lockyer Valley Regional Council 149,956 Logan City Council 1,081,171 Mackay Regional Council 505,098 Moreton Bay Regional Council 1,552,313 Mount Isa City Council 119,899 Redland City Council 578,574 Rockhampton Regional Council 513,458 Scenic Rim Regional Council 160,722 Somerset Regional Council 96,227 South Burnett Regional Council 155,307 Southern Downs Regional Council 159,510 Sunshine Coast Regional Council 1,372,372 Tablelands Regional Council 249,366 Toowoomba Regional Council 694,659 Townsville City Council 767,573 Whitsunday Regional Council 148,336 Total 17,462,499



Appendix E: Country Lending Service equipment grants

2011–12 Grant Council (ex. GST) $Balonne Shire Council 3,350 Barcaldine Regional Council 3,350 Barcoo Shire Council 2,010 Blackall-Tambo Regional Council 1,340 Boulia Shire Council 670 Bulloo Shire Council 670 Burke Shire Council 670 Carpentaria Shire Council 1,340 Charters Towers Regional Council 670 Cloncurry Shire Council 1,340 Cook Shire Council 2,010 Croydon Shire Council 670 Diamantina Shire Council 1,340 Etheridge Shire Council 670 Flinders Shire Council 670 Goondiwindi Regional Council 2,010 Longreach Regional Council 2,010 McKinlay Shire Council 670 Mornington Shire Council 670 Murweh Shire Council 2,010 North Burnett Regional Council 4,020 Paroo Shire Council 2,010 Quilpie Shire Council 670 Richmond Shire Council 670 Roma Regional Council (Maranoa) 4,690 Torres Shire Council 670 Weipa Town Council 670 Winton Shire Council 670 Total 42,210


Appendix F: Professional memberships

State Library maintains a network of professional memberships and contributes regularly to library sector groups and associations in Queensland and Australia.

The following professional corporate memberships were maintained in 2011–12: • Adult Learning Australia • American Library Association • Association for Information Management (ASLIB) • AusHeritage • Australian Human Resources Institute • Australian Institute of Management (AIM) • Australian Library and Information Association (ALIA) • Australasian Registrars Committee • Brisbane Living Heritage Network • Business Continuity Forum • Business South Bank • Friends of Libraries Australia • Institute of Public Administration Australia (IPAA)• International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions • International Group of Ex Libris Users • International Institute for Conservation of Historic Art Works (ICC) • IT Service Management Forum (itSMF) • Library and Information Association of New Zealand • Museum and Gallery Services Queensland • National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA) • Oral History Association • Public Libraries Australia • Queensland Public Libraries Association • Queensland University Libraries Office of Cooperation • Society of Australian Genealogists • VALA — Libraries, Technology and the Future Inc


Glossary ALA Australian Library of Art Collections include James Hardie Library of Australian

Fine Arts, History and Art of the Book, Artists’ books and the Lindsay Collection of Pat Corrigan

ALIA Australian Library and Information Association

APDL Asia Pacific Design Library A place to explore design knowledge resources, engage in design dialogue and participate in design programs

CAA Corporate Administration Agency A shared service agency providing services for SLQCIAF Cairns Indigenous Art Fair An annual event coordinated by Arts Queensland CLS Country Lending Service The Country Lending Service is a partnership between

local governments and SLQ to provide high quality public library services to rural Queensland

CSC Client Services and Collections One of SLQ’s three main organisational programs

FPMS Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009

ICT Information and Communications Technology

Includes any communication device or application, though is often used to refer to digital communications

IKC Indigenous Knowledge Centre A communal hub operated in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Councils that combines traditional library services and Internet access with lifelong learning opportunities, and provides a keeping place for recording, accessing and celebrating the unique Indigenous cultures of Queensland

JOL John Oxley Library SLQ’s repository of Queensland memory NAIDOC National Aborigines and

Islanders Day Observance Committee

This committee was once responsible for organising national activities during NAIDOC Week and its acronym has since become the name of the first (full) week in July

NPA RIPIA

National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Public Internet Access

An agreement to improve public access Internet facilities and related computer training in remote Indigenous communities

NSLA National and State Libraries Australasia

Australia and New Zealand’s national and state libraries working together

OPAL Online Public Access in Libraries A grants program for public libraries, funded by the Queensland Government and managed by SLQ

P&ILS Public and Indigenous Library Service

One of SLQ’s three main organisational programs

PID Act Public Interest Disclosure Act 2010

Introduced in January 2011 to replace the Whistleblowers Protection Act 1994

PPP Personal Performance Planning The annual planning process for individual staff members

PSC Public Service Commission QPASTT Queensland Program of

Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma

Providing a range of services to people from refugee backgrounds, including asylum seekers, who have survived torture or war related trauma

QUT Queensland University of Technology

RAP Reconciliation Action Plan An organisation-wide plan to demonstrate SLQ’s commitment to reconciliation through its Indigenous services and programs

SLA Service Level Agreement SLQ State Library of Queensland


Glossary ALA Australian Library of Art Collections include James Hardie Library of Australian

Fine Arts, History and Art of the Book, Artists’ books and the Lindsay Collection of Pat Corrigan

ALIA Australian Library and Information Association

APDL Asia Pacific Design Library A place to explore design knowledge resources, engage in design dialogue and participate in design programs

CAA Corporate Administration Agency A shared service agency providing services for SLQCIAF Cairns Indigenous Art Fair An annual event coordinated by Arts Queensland CLS Country Lending Service The Country Lending Service is a partnership between

local governments and SLQ to provide high quality public library services to rural Queensland

CSC Client Services and Collections One of SLQ’s three main organisational programs

FPMS Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009

ICT Information and Communications Technology

Includes any communication device or application, though is often used to refer to digital communications

IKC Indigenous Knowledge Centre A communal hub operated in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Councils that combines traditional library services and Internet access with lifelong learning opportunities, and provides a keeping place for recording, accessing and celebrating the unique Indigenous cultures of Queensland

JOL John Oxley Library SLQ’s repository of Queensland memory NAIDOC National Aborigines and

Islanders Day Observance Committee

This committee was once responsible for organising national activities during NAIDOC Week and its acronym has since become the name of the first (full) week in July

NPA RIPIA

National Partnership Agreement on Remote Indigenous Public Internet Access

An agreement to improve public access Internet facilities and related computer training in remote Indigenous communities

NSLA National and State Libraries Australasia

Australia and New Zealand’s national and state libraries working together

OPAL Online Public Access in Libraries A grants program for public libraries, funded by the Queensland Government and managed by SLQ

P&ILS Public and Indigenous Library Service

One of SLQ’s three main organisational programs

PID Act Public Interest Disclosure Act 2010

Introduced in January 2011 to replace the Whistleblowers Protection Act 1994

PPP Personal Performance Planning The annual planning process for individual staff members

PSC Public Service Commission QPASTT Queensland Program of

Assistance to Survivors of Torture and Trauma

Providing a range of services to people from refugee backgrounds, including asylum seekers, who have survived torture or war related trauma

QUT Queensland University of Technology

RAP Reconciliation Action Plan An organisation-wide plan to demonstrate SLQ’s commitment to reconciliation through its Indigenous services and programs

SLA Service Level Agreement SLQ State Library of Queensland

NOTES


ISSN 0480-7308

The Annual Report documents State Library of Queensland’s activities, initiatives and achievements during 2011–12 and shows how it met its objectives for the year and addressed government policy priorities.

Copies of this report and the compliance checklist are available on the State Library website, and can be found at www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/corporate/publications/corporate-reporting or by contacting Communications on [email protected] or 07 3842 9847.

For further information about this report, please contact the Executive Officer of the State Librarian by telephone 07 3842 9481, email [email protected] or fax 07 3840 7860.

State Library is committed to open and accountable governance and welcomes feedback on this report. Please email comments or suggestions to [email protected] or go to www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/corporate/publications/corporate-reporting to complete the feedback form.

The Queensland Government is committed to providing accessible services to Queenslanders from all culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you have difficulty in understanding this report, please call 07 3842 9985 and we will arrange an interpreter to effectively communicate the report to you.

Library Board of Queensland Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2012 © Library Board of Queensland 2012

This report is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia licence. You are free to copy, communicate and adapt this work, so long as you attribute State Library of Queensland.

To view a copy of this licence, visit creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/au/deed.en

NOTES


ISSN 0480-7308

The Annual Report documents State Library of Queensland’s activities, initiatives and achievements during 2011–12 and shows how it met its objectives for the year and addressed government policy priorities.

Copies of this report and the compliance checklist are available on the State Library website, and can be found at www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/corporate/publications/corporate-reporting or by contacting Communications on [email protected] or 07 3842 9847.

For further information about this report, please contact the Executive Officer of the State Librarian by telephone 07 3842 9481, email [email protected] or fax 07 3840 7860.

State Library is committed to open and accountable governance and welcomes feedback on this report. Please email comments or suggestions to [email protected] or go to www.slq.qld.gov.au/about-us/corporate/publications/corporate-reporting to complete the feedback form.

The Queensland Government is committed to providing accessible services to Queenslanders from all culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you have difficulty in understanding this report, please call 07 3842 9985 and we will arrange an interpreter to effectively communicate the report to you.

Library Board of Queensland Annual Report for the year ended 30 June 2012 © Library Board of Queensland 2012

This report is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia licence. You are free to copy, communicate and adapt this work, so long as you attribute State Library of Queensland.

To view a copy of this licence, visit creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/au/deed.en

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