New Street Libraries for Fraser Coast parks
Fraser Coast families can now enjoy story time in the sunshine, with new Story Seats and Street Libraries installed in parks across the region.
The initiative, delivered by Fraser Coast Regional Council and funded through the State Library of Queensland’s First 5 Forever early literacy program, encourages families to read, relax and explore the joy of books in their local community.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the project was all about making early literacy more accessible.
“Reading to children from a young age helps build strong foundations for learning, and this project makes that experience more accessible for families across our region,” he said.
“These Story Seats and Street Libraries are a simple yet powerful way to promote reading, spark imagination, and make use of our beautiful local parks.”
Each park features a bench and a mini library stocked with free children’s books for families to take, read and return. They also provide a gathering point for visits by library staff in the First 5 Forever van, bringing stories, songs and early literacy fun to families in smaller communities.
Story Seats and Street Libraries have been installed in:
- Bauple Recreation Reserve
- A E Fielding Park, Mungar
- Yengarie Hall Grounds
- Woo-Koo Park
- Brendan Hansen Park, Granville
- Poona Beach
- Maaroom Foreshore Reserve
- Anne Davis Park, Boonooroo
- Tuan Foreshore
A tenth site at Timbers Reserve in Oakhurst will be added soon.
“The joy of stories should be available to every child, no matter where they live,” Cr Seymour said. “This project is another way we’re supporting families and creating vibrant, welcoming places for everyone.”
For more information about Fraser Coast Libraries and the First 5 Forever program, visit www.frasercoast.qld.gov.au/libraries