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In 1946 the childrens book council of australia established the annual cbca book of the year awards to promote childrens books of high literary and artistic quality. Disseminate information about childrens books, authors and illustrators. Direct library supplies carry stock of many reference books in australia. Established in 1945, the childrens book council of australia cbca is a not for profit, volunteer run, organisation which aims to engage the community. This delightful picture book for children, from about 410, contains discussions on the different wonders of nature that can be found within the territory of australia. Whales sighted in south australia may 2020 whats on for. This easy reading book for children contains fun facts about australia. The childrens book council sa branch is a branch of the childrens book council of australia an. Children s book council of australia south australia. South australias outcomes framework for children and young people child development council.
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