About

THE ALIA AUSTRALIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY ALLIANCE

The ALIA Australian Public Library Alliance (APLA) is the peak body for public libraries in Australia. Our committee comprises the chair of every state-based public library association, a senior representative from the ACT, Northern Territory and Tasmanian library services.

Terms of Reference

Membership

Our members are: The Australian Library & Information Association, NSW Public Library Association, Public Libraries Victoria, Queensland Public Libraries Association, Public Libraries Western Australia, Public Libraries SA, Libraries Tasmania, Libraries ACT, Library & Archives NT.

Executive Meeting Schedule – 2026

THURSDAY
26 FEBRUARY 

1.30pm – 4.30pm AEDT

Online meeting

FRIDAY
15 MAY

9.30am – 12:30pm AEST

Sydney (in person)
Post ALIA National
11-14 May

WEDNESDAY
9 SEPTEMBER

1.30pm – 4:30pm AEST

Online (optional in person)
Post PLV conference
7-8 September

THURSDAY
3 DECEMBER

1.30pm – 4.30pm AEDT

Online meeting