Tasmania Reads 2026: Reading Culture Forum
Schedule
Mon Mar 23 2026 at 05:15 pm to 07:30 pm
UTC+11:00Location
The Forest Building | Hobart, TS
About this Event
In collaboration with the University of Tasmania, the Tasmania Reads 2026: Reading Culture Forum explores this question by bringing together a diverse panel of experts and community leaders to look at what helps - and hinders - reading in our state.
The forum will unpack what national insights can tell us, what they might miss, and how Tasmania’s unique communities, geography, and culture shape reading habits. Together, we’ll look at practical ways to encourage reading for pleasure and strengthen a vibrant, inclusive reading culture across Tasmania.
Sinsa Mansell Trawoolaway woman from larapuna the Northern region of lutruwita Tasmania
Dr Demelza Hall Libraries Tasmania, UTas Adjunct Research Fellow
Anna Burkey Head of Reading Australia
Leanne McLean UTas, Director of the Peter Underwood Centre/Head of School of Education
Aimen Jafri Multicultural Council of Tasmania
Kathryn Woods UTas, PhD student, School of Humanities
Assoc. Prof Rob Clarke UTas, School of Humanities
If you can't join us in person at Room 1007, The Forest Building, the event is also being live streamed via the link below.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://utas.zoom.us/j/87511233910
To ensure a successful event, please:
- Don't come if you're unwell.
- Let us know if you can't come - we'll cancel yourbookign so others can register instead.
- By registering for a Libraries Tasmania event, you agree to follow our policies – including the Responsible Conduct Policy and Safeguarding Children Policy. Thank you for helping keep our spaces safe and respectful for everyone.
Accessibility details:
- Tell us if you need assistance or if you'll be accompanied by a support person.
- There is a wheelchair accessible elevator.
- An accessible restroom is available.
If you have any questions about the event, please contact Hobart Library by email [email protected] or phone (03) 6165 5597
#TasReads #ReadingConnectsUsAll #BePartOfTheStory
Where is it happening?
The Forest Building, 83 Melville Street, Hobart, AustraliaEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
AUD 0.00
