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It's time to celebrate 80 Years of the CBCA!

Join us for three exciting events, open to both CBCA members and non-members. To reserve your spot, please use the booking link provided for each event. Places are limited, so we encourage you to book early.

CBCA Book of the Year Awards Announcement

When: Friday, 15 August 2025, 11.00-3.00pm

Where: National Library of Australia, Parkes Place West, Canberra

This year, CBCA ACT proudly hosts the National CBCA Awards Ceremony at the National Library of Australia. Join the Governor-General and us for a vibrant celebration of the finest in Australian children’s literature, as we unveil the winning authors and illustrators of these coveted awards. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to connect with fellow book lovers and industry professionals. Expect inspiration, excitement—and a few surprises along the way!

CBCA Book of the Year Awards Dinner

Where: The Shine Dome, 15 Gordon St, Canberra

Join CBCA in celebrating the remarkable creators behind the 2025 CBCA Book of the Year Awards. Discover the recipient of the prestigious 2025 Nan Chauncy Award, and enjoy a memorable evening of fine dining and great company as we kick off the 80th CBCA Children’s Book Week: Book an Adventure.

Join the fun for the CBCA 80th Birthday Book Adventure Party

When: Saturday, 23 August, 1.00 – 3.00pm

Where: Yhuuramulum – situated on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, 41 Alexandrina Drive Yarralumla

Come dressed as your favourite book character and join the fun!

Enjoy hands-on book-themed activities for young readers, meet local authors, explore shadow judging responses, and celebrate with a birthday cookie and great prizes.

80th Birthday Messages

80th Birthday Messages

We are delighted to announce the CBCA ACT 80th Birthday Branch Ambassadors:

Stephanie Owen Reeder
Tania McCartney
Rhian Williams
Craig Cormick OAM
Maura Pierlot

2025 Shortlist CBCA Book of the Year Awards

2025 Night of the Notables

Members' Recent Books

Partners-Supporters

The CBCA Awards Foundation

Proudly funding prizes for the CBCA Book of the Year Awards
Benefactors
Major Donors
Major Donors In Memoriam
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