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Keep it Secret, Keep it Safe….Not August 25, 2009

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handsI recently attended the Local Government Web Network Conference in Sydney. #lgwn09 for our twitter users. Without going into detail, all the speakers were great. Special mention to b3rn and broccolini for a most interesting session on inexpensive web-based tools.

Hopefully web2.0 champions will leave conferences such as these more clued up and enthusiastic to spread the word. This information revolution we are embroiled in will only succeed if people know how to interact with it. We no longer possess the tag as gatekeepers of knowledge any more. We are educators through which others may become self sufficient in information gathering and dissemination.

Now, how do we get this valuable information from the conference room to the masses? How do we spread the word to the web2.0 “proletariat?” Hmmm, instead of a band playing in the shopping square, have people speak about Government 2.0, followed by cool web 2.0 tools, for example. But make it short and to the point, plus provide some balloons for the kiddies.  You’ll get through to more people than if it was done in the local library or conference center. It’s no longer a nerdy subject. It’s mainstream. It’s time the library moves forward and helps spread the word, which may mean getting out of it’s comfort zone.

avenir du livre August 11, 2009

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For those fond of the language of love, here is a French contribution to the future of the book, or should I say eBook.  Having a wealth of  information at your fingertips in a convenient space is what’s it’s all about.

And the loser is….Sidanee August 3, 2009

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trafficI recently heard a story about how essential services workers such as firemen and nurses are finding it increasingly difficult to live in the same city they work in. Namely Sydney Australia. This problem arises not only for these workers but many who work in Sydney.

Thanks to years of neglect and mismanagement, largely by the current State Labor Government, Sydney is increasingly becoming a no go zone for workers. The road system is choked, transport system on its knees, rents skyrocketing, and housing unaffordable, unless you move further out of the centre of the city. And if you do if will probably result in leaving for work at 6.00am or earlier, and getting home well after 7.00pm. That’s not a life.

Governments need to cut the crap. Introducing fast trains would be a fabulous start. Workers would be able to live in regional areas and retain their jobs in Sydney. However, don’t hold your breath, as the current mob of politicians are too busy pulling splinters out of their arses from sitting on the fence and doing Sweet Fanny Adams.

How does this relate to libraries? Well, some of the more affluent suburbs will be finding it more difficult to attract quality employees. Just look at the long list who have left for regional centres or interstate. Why would you live in a box in Sydney and be forced to travel two hours to work and two hours home again, when you could have a four bedroom home on 1000square meters, and leisurely drive or walk to work? Its a no brainer.