The Melbourne Writers Festival Schools' Program comprises a fantastic series of events for school children, featuring an exciting range of sessions and workshops for students, with over 40 writers and illustrators joining in to celebrate the books and authors that young people love reading.  ...read more »

The National Year of Reading 2012 is about children learning to read and keen readers finding new sources of inspiration. It's about supporting reading initiatives while respecting the oral tradition of storytelling. It's about helping people discover and rediscover the magic of books. And most of all, it's about Australians becoming a nation of readers.  ...read more »

Explore South Australia's rich history through tours, talks, displays, performances and more. This year, Open House Adelaide is a new element which showcases some of Adelaide's most interesting buildings.  ...read more »

In recognition of the importance of energy access for sustainable economic development and supporting achievement of the Millennium Development Goals, the United Nations General Assembly has designated 2012 as the International Year of Sustainable Energy for All.  ...read more »

The Australian Year of the Farmer celebrates the hard work of everyone involved in producing, processing, handling and selling products from 136,000 farms across the country.  ...read more »

Better Parenting Skills – Full day workshop:  The best way to help your kids is by learning to be their life coach. Being at home, close to your kids, your positive attitude and relationship skills will then make you incredibly valuable to them.  ...read more »

The Refugee Council of Australia (RCOA) works with agencies around Australia to coordinate Refugee Week, Australia's peak annual activity to inform the public about refugees and celebrate positive contributions made by refugees to Australian society. In 2012, Refugee Week will be held from June 17 - 23, and the theme is 'Restoring Hope'.  ...read more »

Drug Action Week (DAW) 2012 is a week of activities held nationally to raise awareness about alcohol and other drugs (AOD) issues in Australia. This year's theme: 'Looking After YOUR Mind!'.  ...read more »