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CAVAL is an Australian not-for-profit providing library services across ANZ.

22/10/2026

The 2026 CRIG Seminar has come to a close!

Thanks to all our participants. We hope that the last three days were informative for you to discover more about different dimensions of library value and values.

For those who couldn't join us, enjoy some highlights of Day 2 at La Trobe University's City Campus, where everyone connected and discussed different ideas.

and we are looking forward to seeing you at another CAVAL activity soon!

21/10/2026

As part of the International Open Access Week, we will continue to explore OER!

Below, you will learn more about OER's benefits for educators, libraries, and the broader community, as well as the common challenges when adopting this initiative.

At the end of this carousel, we will showcase a practical solution that can help overcome these barriers.

Interested in OER? Download the Studium Information Kit to support OER conversations at your institution:https://www.caval.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Studium-Information-Kit.pdf

19/10/2026

It is International Open Access Week, and we are thrilled to be part of it by launching the Studium Catalogue website! Studium is an Open Educational Resource (OER) publishing and discovery platform fully hosted and supported by us in Australia.

We are introducing a series of carousels exploring Open Educational Resources (OER) and the role they play in the library sector.

In this first carousel, we will answer two main questions:

✅What is an OER?

✅Why is it called 'open'?

Swipe through to learn more!

Interested in OER? Download the Studium Information Kit to explore the benefits of OER, adoption challenges, and how Studium can support you:https://www.caval.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Studium-Information-Kit.pdf

18/10/2026

The Studium catalogue website is now live!

Explore a growing collection of Open Education Resources (OERs) published by the participating institutions, covering a wide range of subjects/ topics.

Designed for ease of use, the website offers clear resource information and statistics, streamlined navigation, browsing, and an accessible reading experience.

See it for yourself: https://studium.pub/

15/10/2026

Recreational reading has been demonstrated to positively impact student wellbeing and success. This creates an opportunity for academic libraries to enhance the student experience by offering leisure reading collections.

To support this growing trend, our Shelf-ready Service can help academic libraries establish and expand these collections with minimal staff workload. We get your collection ready for circulation with high-quality metadata, making easier for students to browse and discover titles.

To learn more about this service, contact us via [email protected]

14/10/2026

Finding a way to manage important collections at your library?

The CAVAL Collective Shelf helps libraries preserve important materials, identify duplicated holdings, and access to collections held across participating institutions.

Interested in how the Collective Shelf can support your library?

Watch our Explainer Video to learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ugCyz-uhdpg

12/10/2026

CRIG Seminar Day 3!

Join us for the final day of the CRIG Seminar, where we will learn more about library value and impact.

Day 3 will focus on how libraries benefit the wider community, with presentations and lightning talks focusing on historical collections, open access pathways, and their public value. Additionally, we will explore the importance of developing a strong regional library community and how it strengthens the sector.

Towards the end, we will have a panel discussion featuring three amazing speakers to discuss the value and values of the contemporary library sector.

Want to know more about the topic? Swipe through the carousel to learn more.

Register now for the CRIG Seminar Day 3 via https://short.caval.edu.au/crigseminar26day3

08/10/2026

Jaime McCowan and Marie Robineau are connecting with global publishing leaders and meeting our international suppliers in person at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026, strengthening partnerships that help us deliver even greater value to libraries through our Language Resources service.

In the photos below, we have suppliers from Korea and Colombia, and our colleague from Celesa.

Curious about how our Language Resources can benefit your library? Learn more at https://www.caval.edu.au/services/language-resources/

07/10/2026

Here are the latest entries for the CRIG Seminar Competition!

Entry 2: You might not know that an ordinary object can encapsule a journey. One entry highlights a dictionary at La Trobe University's Bendigo Campus Library that contains a QR code linked to a geocache, inviting users to discover hidden places around the campus and experience the library in a new way.

Entry 3: Another entry reminds us to pause amidst meetings, emails, and busy schedules. Simply taking a moment to look outside can offer a fresh perspective and sense of calm.

Thanks to all the entrants and their reflections!

How about you? What would you capture through your lens?

Learn more about the competition: https://short.caval.edu.au/crigseminar26competition

06/10/2026

We are exhibiting at the QPLA LEaD Conference 2026!

Come say hello to Darren Ryan and discover what’s new at CAVAL, as well as the latest from the library sector.

We are also honoured to sponsor the 2026-27 Multicultural Excellence Award, celebrating libraries that champion Australia’s vibrant cultural diversity. Join us as we recognise those who are shaping stronger, more inclusive communities!

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4 Park Drive
Melbourne, VIC
3083

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61394505500

Website

http://www.caval.edu.au/, https://blog.caval.edu.au/

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