This edition of Library Connect has the usual listing of new books, a few articles for your interest and an invitation to browse some more books which are ‘free to good home’. The books are good quality discards not required in the library collection and are available now.
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AAFBG e-ucalypt issue 135, November 2024
View the latest issue of e-ucalypt, the email newsletter of the Australian Association of Friends of Botanic Gardens (AAFBG).
You can view it HERE.
Library Connect October 2024
You can find the October 2024 edition of Library Connect HERE. It has the usual listing of new books, a few articles for your interest and an invitation to browse some books which are ‘free to good home’. The books are good quality discards not required in the library collection. These books are updated regularly so, even if you’ve already had a look, it’s worth checking again! If you require any assistance with accessing the library resources, please give Alex a call on 02 6250 9480 or email her.
2024 Annual General Meeting report
The 36th Annual General Meeting of the Friends of the ANBG was held in the ANBG Theatrette on Thursday 24th October 2024.
Growing Friends Spring Native Plant Sale
The Spring Sale was held on Saturday 12 October and, like previous sales, was a great success. Around 1100 plants were sold in less than 30 minutes. Some people knew precisely which plants they wanted and headed straight for them while others sought advice from the Growing Friends ‘gurus’. Everyone seemed happy with their purchases and keen to plant them out.
Notice of 2024 Annual General Meeting
NOTICE OF MEETING: The 36th Annual General meeting of the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Inc. will be held on 24 October 2024, commencing at 3.00pm in the ANBG Theatrette (arrive at 2.45 pm).
NOTICE OF SPECIAL RESOLUTION - Amendment of Constitution: That the Friends of the Australian National Botanic Gardens Incorporated adopt by Special Resolution the draft Constitution dated September 2024.
Download the agenda and meeting papers (hard copies will not be provided).
Student Photographic Competition winners
On Saturday 28 September the awardees at the Student Photography Competition received their prizes and certificates from Neville Page, President of the Friends of the ANBG, and Dr Rebecca Pirzl, Branch Head Science and the ANBG, Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water. Their photos, taken within the Gardens, are now on display in the Banksia Garden and on the Competition's page on this website.
Library Connect September 2024
This edition of Library Connect (PDF, 718 KB) has the usual listing of new books, a few articles for your interest and an invitation to browse some books which are ‘free to good home’. The books are good-quality discards not required in the library collection and are available now. The library is staffed Mon–Fri 9.30–4.30 and Alex can also be contacted by email or phone (02 6250 9480) if you need assistance.
Considering a donation to the Friends?
At this time of the year, many members consider making a tax-deductible donation to the Friends. It's easy and convenient to donate online. You can choose the method that suits you best:
- Online card payment - use a secure online payment facility to pay by Visa or Mastercard.
- Direct deposit - fill out an easy donation form and get the details you need to complete your payment and receive your receipt.
Library Connect May 2024
This edition of Library Connect has the usual listing of new books, a new artwork and a few articles for your interest. The library is staffed Mon - Fri 9.30 - 4.30 and Alex can also be contacted by email or phone (02 6250 9480) if you need assistance. The “click and collect” boxes in the Visitor Centre are still available for returning items, and Alex is very happy to leave items there for collection if that’s easier than visiting the library.