Published on: 23rd September 2025
Join Auslan Storytime in Term 4 – starting this October!
Libraries across Australia are embracing the value of Auslan Storytime, a program that brings the joy of storytelling to life, through Auslan!
What is Auslan Storytime?
Auslan Storytime is an interactive storytelling program led by Deaf Connect in collaboration with select libraries across QLD, NSW and WA. Sessions are led by a Deaf presenter in their primary language, serving as a positive role model for Deaf and hard of hearing children.
Auslan Storytime sessions:
- Provide accessible stories and a positive environment for Deaf and hard of hearing kids.
- Support early literacy and communication in Auslan and English.
- Nurture socials skills in a fun, family-friendly space.
- Are free and open for all to attend, including parents
Auslan Storytime Sessions Term 4 2025:
City of Stirling – Stirling Libraries (Osborne)
Auslan Storytime at Stirling Libraries – Osborne is from 10:30am-11am fortnightly on Thursdays.
Registrations not necessary. For more information, visit the City of Stirling website.
Term 4 sessions:
- Thursday 16 October, 10:30am-11am
- Thursday 30 October, 10:30am-11am
- Thursday 13 November, 10:30am-11am
- Thursday 27 November, 10:30am-11am
- Thursday 4 December, 10:30am-11am
City of Ryde – North Ryde Library
Auslan Storytime at North Ryde Library is from 10:15am-10:45am fortnightly on Saturdays.
Registrations not necessary but recommended. For more information, visit the City of Ryde website.
Term 4 sessions:
- Saturday 18 October, 10:15am-10:45am
- Saturday 1 November, 10:15am-10:45am
- Saturday 15 November, 10:15am-10:45am
- Saturday 29 November, 10:15am-10:45am
- Saturday 13 December, 10:15am-10:45am
City of Sydney – Glebe Library
Auslan Storytime at Glebe Library is from 11:30am-12pm fortnightly on Saturdays.
Registrations not necessary. For more information, visit the City of Sydney website.
Term 4 sessions:
- Saturday 25 October, 11:30am-12pm
- Saturday 8 November, 11:30am-12pm
- Saturday 22 November, 11:30am-12pm
- Saturday 6 December, 11:30am-12pm
City of Townsville – Citylibraries Flinders Street
Auslan Storytime at Citylibraries Flinders Street is from 9:45am-11:00am on the 2nd Saturday of each month.
Registrations not necessary. For more information, visit the Townsville City Council website.
Term 4 sessions:
- Saturday 11 October, 9:45am-11am
- Saturday 8 November, 9:45am-11am
City of Cairns – Earlville Library
Auslan Storytime at Earlville Library is from 10:15am-11:15am monthly on a Saturday.
Registrations not necessary. For more information, visit the Cairns Regional Council website.
Term 4 sessions:
- Saturday 25 October, 10:15am-11:15am
- Saturday 22 November, 10:15am-11:15am
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