Online Activities and Help

Good Reading for Kids

Good Reading for Kids features author interviews, independent book reviews, sneak peeks inside books, extracts and podcasts about books for kids from 0-11 years of age. You'll also find fun book related activities and teachers' notes to download. Read this online.

LOTE Online for Kids

Read and listen to more than 1400 children’s stories in more than 45 languages with LOTE Online for Kids! Enjoy the magic of books in world languages for free from the comfort of your home. Watch recorded readings of children’s books in English and a variety of other languages! Simply enter your library membership number to access this multilingual storytime!

Nickleby the Magician show

This 35-minute, high-energy show, full of illusions and comedy, will keep people of all ages highly entertained and spellbound. Open to all ages.

Virtual Amazing Race

An online adventure with riddles and puzzles to solve as you travel the globe discovering exciting facts. See if you can complete the challenges and finish the race. Suitable for those aged eight or older.

Help for Young People

Driving Test Help

Do you know you can apply for a learner licence in Queensland when you turn 16? Are you prepared? Aussie-driver.com has compiled all the tools you'll need to pass your test and get onto the road. Study using the tab featuring the latest Keys to Driving in Queensland book, then use the practice tests to evaluate your knowledge comprehension.

SparkNotes - Homework Help

SparkNotes can help you understand books, write papers and study for tests - all for free. There is no need to log in or sign up for PLUS, you can access free information via the “Shakespeare”, “Literature” and “Other Subjects” tabs at the top of the page. SparkNotes provides clear and concise information, never leaving out anything important.

Financial Help - Centrelink

Do you need some financial support? Centrelink may be able to help. Find out what assistance is available for young adults studying or looking for work.

Kids Helpline

Kids Helpline is available any time for any reason. Visit the website for loads of free information on things like friends, family, physical health and identity, mental health, relationships and sex, school and work, life issues, mental health and eSafety.

Beyond Blue

Beyond Blue provides information and support to help everyone in Australia achieve their best possible mental health, whatever their age and wherever they live.

Headspace

Headspace is available on the Fraser Coast and offers support for young people across Australia. Check out their website for more information.