Vanessa Ernst | Western Downs Libraries

Jan, 2017

Lynda.com for Job Hunters!

By: Vanessa Ernst | Tags: adobe, coding, courses, education, excel, industry, learning, Lynda, photography, programming, skills, technology | Comments: 0

Are you a recent graduate from secondary or tertiary education? Perhaps you’re a person who is looking to transition into a new role, industry or organisation? It’s a new year, and the perfect time to gain some new skills. Lynda.com is free for all Queensland public library members, with over 5,000 online courses including business, technology and creative skills. Lynda.com has new courses added every week but many earlier courses remain popular. Some of the most popular include ‘Foundations of programming fundamentals’ (viewed over 8.8 million times), ‘Excel 2013 essential […]

Sep, 2016

Lynda.com for Everyone!

By: Vanessa Ernst | Tags: Lynda | Comments: 0

Did you know that as a Western Downs Libraries member, you can join Lynda.com for free? THAT’S RIGHT! All you have to do is click here and create a free account using your library card – it’s that easy! Lynda is a huge website specifically designed to help you improve your skills. If you want to learn about Windows 10, Microsoft Excel, Powerpoint, or anything else computer-related, they have that! Maybe you are more of a creative soul? Lynda can help with that too. From photography tutorials to courses in the […]

Aug, 2016

Lynda Will be Your New Best Friend

By: Vanessa Ernst | Tags: learning, Lynda | Comments: 0

Did you know that as a member of Western Downs Libraries, you have full and free access to an amaaazing website called Lynda.com? Never heard of it? Well now is your chance to explore the thousands of online video courses available to you from Lynda; all you have to do is create an account by clicking here and you’ll be ready to get started. From courses in software, to ones that will help expand your creative side, or even courses that will develop your business skills, Lynda has it all. Need some […]

Aug, 2016

Work With Us or Volunteer

By: Vanessa Ernst | Tags: | Comments: 0

Current Vacancies Check for current Library vacancies through Western Downs Regional Council’s website. Volunteer with the Library Volunteering at Western Downs Libraries is a life-enriching, rewarding experience. Volunteers work side-by-side with Council employees to strengthen customer service and programs, and enhance the Library’s relationship with the local community. There are many opportunities to suit different interests and skills; we need and appreciate help with all manner of Library tasks. Who can Volunteer? Western Downs Libraries has opportunities available for adults and teens (ages 13 and up) […]

Aug, 2016

Have You Met Lynda?

By: Vanessa Ernst | Tags: Lynda | Comments: 0

Western Downs Libraries has partnered with Lynda.com through State Library of Queensland to help all of its members become experts in… well.. anything! If you are a Queensland Public Library member, you have free and unlimited access to thousands of online video courses. If you’re interested in learning a new hobby, developing some professional skills to further your career, or if you just can never quite remember how to do that one thing on your computer, Lynda is for you. Sign up to Lynda today to get started. All you […]