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Direction LINC Tasmania’s statewide network gives Tasmanians integrated access to library services, research and information, adult literacy support, community learning, online access and archive and heritage services. The strategic direction of LINC Tasmania centres on: • informed Tasmanians: high quality information services accessible to all Tasmanians • skilled Tasmanians: improving skills through adult literacy and community learning programs • connected Tasmanians: opportunities, spaces and resources for interaction and connection. LINC Tasmania aligns with the Department of <strong>Education</strong>’s overall vision and mission by supporting learning for all Tasmanians in a variety of settings across its extensive network, with libraries, LINCs and online access centres established in 69 locations throughout the state. Extending services to more Tasmanians – particularly those who need greater information and technology access, skills and support to participate in work and community life – was a key focus for LINC Tasmania in 2012–13. Achievements this year included: • launch and development of the 26TEN adult literacy strategy • establishment of a new regional LINC at Scottsdale • consultation process to start updating the existing legislative framework under which LINC Tasmania operates • achieving Re-imagining Reference Services Project milestones including reshaping collections • rollout of free public Wi-Fi to all major LINC Tasmania service locations • celebrating reading and literacy throughout 2012, the National Year of Reading. LINC Tasmania contributes to the department’s Purposeful Pathways priority through its adult literacy support and community learning programs. LINCs offer a range of formal, informal, and recreational courses and activities to encourage adults, and particularly those who are marginalised, to reconnect with education, build their confidence and participate more fully in community life. The majority of government and private records are now created in digital format. The Tasmanian Archive and Heritage Office (TAHO) faces significant challenges to enable the long term secure preservation and accessibility of Tasmania’s digital information assets. TAHO has identified a critical need to develop and implement a Digital Preservation Strategy and establish a Digital Repository to ensure the long-term preservation and accessibility of Tasmanian information. LINC Tasmania hosted national meetings for two key professional bodies, National and State Libraries Australasia (NSLA) and the Council of Australasian Archives and Records Authorities (CAARA) in March 2013. This was a valuable opportunity for LINC Tasmania to engage with key leaders from all major Australasian library and archival institutions. Volunteers continue to provide essential support for the delivery of core services in LINC Tasmania. Traditionally volunteers have provided support as couriers for the Home Library Service, in basic customer service tasks and for ‘one-to-one’ client assistance in online access centres. As LINC Tasmania has evolved, volunteering opportunities have expanded to include a training program for adult and family literacy tutors to provide one-to-one support in a range of community settings. LINC Tasmania volunteer numbers have increased significantly. In 2012–13 volunteers contributed 112,517 hours to LINC Tasmania, which is equivalent to 59 full-time positions. This is an 11% increase on the previous year of 101,015 hours or 53 full-time positions. 50 LINC Tasmania
Major Initiatives New Regional Learning and Information Network Centres (LINCs) As part of the government’s Capital Investment Program, LINC Tasmania was allocated funding of $6.4 million in 2012–13 towards the establishment of LINCs in Scottsdale and George Town. This was the fourth year of a $14.6 million capital investment to establish regional LINCs in high priority areas of Bridgewater, George Town, Scottsdale, Sorell and Queenstown. Completed during 2012–13, Scottsdale LINC follows the principle of integrated services, which has been a priority for LINC Tasmania since its establishment, and is co-located with other key service providers – Service Tasmania and the Dorset <strong>Education</strong> and Training service. Scottsdale LINC provides clients with seamless access to a range of government services in the one place including library and information, computers, adult literacy support, training and skills development, and over-the-counter transactions with government via Service Tasmania. Most services are free or low-cost to enable full community participation. A total of 1,100 people came through the doors of the new LINC in the first week of opening – which is equivalent to 50% of the population of Scottsdale. The demographic of users is varied with a significant number of young people making use of Wi-Fi and other facilities. As with other regional LINCs, it is planned to establish a community advisory group at Scottsdale to provide advice and feedback on service developments. The opening of the Scottsdale LINC followed the Queenstown and Bridgewater LINCs that were opened in 2011–12. The George Town hub has been delayed by planning issues and the Sorell LINC was deferred as part of the 2011–12 Tasmanian Government budget savings. LINC Tasmania was proud to have one of its new regional LINC buildings recognised in the 2013 Tasmanian Architecture Awards. Liminal Architecture was awarded the ‘Alan C Walker’ award for public architecture by the Australian Institute of Architects for the new Bridgewater LINC and Child and Family Centre on 15 June 2013. 26TEN The 26TEN Strategy was launched on 26 October 2012, as an action of the Tasmanian Adult Literacy Action Plan 2010–2015. The name and logo were developed through a consultative process involving literacy support providers and adults with low literacy skills. 26TEN represents the 26 letters of the alphabet and the 10 base digits of the numerical system – the fundamental building blocks of literacy and numeracy skills. 26TEN aims to raise community awareness of adult literacy issues and encourage organisations and individuals to work together to improve outcomes in Tasmania. The 26TEN members' program continues to grow with 40 launch members developing action plans and working collaboratively to address adult literacy issues. Tasmania’s 26TEN Strategy includes: • a members’ program to help build the network and extend the range of programs, services and support available to Tasmanians • the 26TEN website to inform Tasmanians about adult literacy programs and services and to give the network a home • the ‘1300 002 610’ phone service to guide and refer Tasmanians seeking help • free literacy awareness and plain English workshops to raise awareness and promote action • a public awareness campaign to inform Tasmanians of the benefits of literacy skills and convey the message that the 26TEN network is ready and available to help • the 26TEN Grants Program to fund projects to improve the literacy skills of Tasmanians in workplaces and communities. The 26TEN Strategy has the capacity to raise community awareness of adult literacy issues and to remove the stigma associated with low literacy skills, especially in regional and remote communities. LINC Tasmania 51
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Page 5 and 6: Department at a Glance
Page 7 and 8: our key drivers Successful Learners
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