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The Matter of Facts Workshop

In partnership with ALIA

2026-11-11 13:00:00 2026-11-11 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne The Matter of Facts Workshop Do you want to learn how to identify false information online? Based on the ABC docuseries, 'The Matter of Facts' join Geelong Regional Libraries for this free workshop on mis and dis-information. Bannockburn Library - Bannockburn Meeting Room

Wednesday, November 11
1:00pm - 3:00pm

Bannockburn Library

Bannockburn Meeting Room

Do you want to learn how to identify false information online? Based on the ABC docuseries, 'The Matter of Facts' join Geelong Regional Libraries for this free workshop on mis and dis-information.

The Matter of Facts Workshop: Equipping communities to better identify false information.

What to expect:

  • Drawing on engaging video clips from the ABC series 'The Matter of Facts' and other media, this interactive workshop is designed to equip communities to better identify false information online. 
  • Through group discussions and activities, you will learn about mis- and dis-information, how to spot fake news and tips for fact checking.
  • Refreshments provided.

Bookings:

  • Bookings are essential to save your place in the program.
  • Please cancel your booking if you are no longer able to attend so we can contact our waitlist. Bookings close 1 day prior to the session.

Further information:

  • If you have any questions about this program or require assistance to book, please contact the library on the details below.

Geelong Regional Libraries is excited to partner with the ABC and Western Sydney University for this FREE medial literacy workshop, with funding from the Australian Library and Information Association.

Bannockburn Library

Phone: (03) 4201 0661

Hours
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Bannockburn Library

We're closed Tuesday November 03 due to Public Holiday
Mon, Nov 02 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Tue, Nov 03 Closed
(Public Holiday)
Wed, Nov 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Thu, Nov 05 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Fri, Nov 06 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Nov 07 9:00AM to 12:00PM
Sun, Nov 08 Closed

Tel: (03) 4201 0661

About the Library

This modern, welcoming library provides invaluable community space and library services to the area. The branch features zones for children and young people, study and reading spaces, an outdoor courtyard and meeting rooms for community hire. Regular Baby, Toddler and Preschool Story Time sessions are held here, as well as events and programs for adults taking place throughout the year.  

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Fri, Nov 13, 11:30am - 11:50am
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Tue, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
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