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1 y separately published work icon A Good Heart Lucy Melo , Sandra Severgnini (illustrator), Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2024 27819850 2024 single work picture book children's

'Join Tukta and her little brother Jai Dee as they make their emotional journey through the Asian rainforest on Jai Dee's first day of school. Inspired by the special bond shared between a real-life brother and sister pachyderm pair A Good Heart is a powerful story that is equally as educational as it is entertaining. Learn all about Asian elephants and discover the many other fascinating animals that can be found living throughout the South East Asian jungle.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Into the Ocean Caroline Thomas , Jordana Marshall (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2023 27402303 2023 single work picture book children's

'It's a perfect day in the dunes, but there's something that doesn't belong ... 

'When a gust of wind sends all the forgotten things tumbling and twisting and twirling down onto the beach, the hungry waves swallow them into the ocean. Follow a discarded face mask as it journeys beneath the waves, through beautiful reefs and the depths of the Great Garbage Patch.' (Publication summary)
 
1 y separately published work icon Lily the Inventor Claire Thompson , Zoe Bennett (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2023 27402243 2023 single work picture book children's

'Lily was 7 years old when she invented the Kangaroo Cup. Today, this special invention helps thousands of people all around the world.

'Lily’s mind is full of wonderful ideas and WHIZZ-BANG inventions! She ponders, puzzles and plans. She studies, sketches and scribbles. When her biggest hero needs a little extra help, Lily knows just what to do. She sets to work on her most important invention yet!

'Grandpa is Lily’s hero and he has Parkinson’s Disease. Follow Lily Born’s true story as she sets out to create a spill-proof cup; a Kangaroo Cup!' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon AFL David Rafferty , Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26913960 2023 single work information book 'AFL, or Aussie Rules, is Australia’s own game. Drawing on the skills of the Indigenous game of marngrook, AFL is popular with people from all walks of life. Women are making their mark, and boys and girls can join teams and enjoy playing the game from an early age. Find out all the rules, and see how the nation’s leading players have helped develop the game into a sport for everyone.' 

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1 y separately published work icon Rugby League Tony La Torraca , Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26913883 2023 single work information book

'Rugby league is Australia’s fastest-growing women’s sport. With more interest from spectators and amateur and junior players than ever, this exciting sport is fast becoming the sport of choice for girls across the country. Learn about the different roles of each playing position, discover the tactics of the game and find training tricks to boost your game. Read all about your favourite players and then meet the coaches.

'This dynamic series focuses on popular sports played in Australia today. The books place particular emphasis on the sport’s development within Australia, describing rules, forms of scoring, and the various levels of competition. Accessible information about skills and training will encourage readers to get involved in their favourite sports. The series features fact files, tables, field maps and extensive glossaries of sporting and technical terms.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Aussie Rules Tony La Torraca , Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26913839 2023 single work information book

'Aussie Rules is a game of skill, strength and athleticism. The speedy movement of the ball, the overhead marking, the fierce tackling and the accuracy of the kicking makes for a great spectacle. Learn about the different roles of each playing position, discover the tactics of the game, then find profiles of your favourite players and meet the coaches.

'This dynamic series focuses on popular sports played in Australia today. The books place particular emphasis on the sport’s development within Australia, describing rules, forms of scoring, and the various levels of competition. Accessible information about skills and training will encourage readers to get involved in their favourite sports. The series features fact files, tables, field maps and extensive glossaries of sporting and technical terms.'(Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Women in Great Aussie Sports Tony La Torraca , 2023 Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26913816 2023 series - author information book
1 y separately published work icon The Kangaroo Who Couldn't Believe It Robert Cox , Jim Robins (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873952 2023 single work picture book children's

'Mrs Grey is very worried. Again. Keith's hopping problems were fixed but now
she has much bigger worries that she doesn't believe even Big Red Leader of all
Kangaroos can help with.

'There has been no rain for months and all the watering holes are dry. Terrifying
winds have brought dust storms and bush fires.

'But worst of all is what the humans have brought.
'Then one day Keith wanders off alone and sees something he just CANNOT BELIEVE' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Kangaroo John Lesley , John Lesley (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873885 2023 single work picture book children's 'Kangaroos are instantly recognised all around the world as symbols of Australia. Find out about their life in the wild their unusual habits and the ways they interact with people.' 

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1 y separately published work icon Echidna John Lesley , John Lesley (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873756 2023 single work picture book children's

'Australia has been an island continent surrounded by oceans for millions of years. During this long long time it's animals have evolved into species that are unique and precious. Find out about Australia's remarkable wildlife in this series then look at them in a whole new way.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Dingo John Lesley , John Lesley (illustrator), Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873657 2023 single work picture book children's 'Dingoes are Australia's own native dog. Although they look like domestic dogs dingoes are wild animals. Brought to Australia by people living on the islands to the north thousands of years ago dingoes did not become domesticated. They still inhabit many parts of Australia.' 

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1 y separately published work icon Death Metal Emo Elves Dean Rankine , Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873568 2023 single work children's fiction children's 'When tragedy threatens Emo's gherkin-height chances at the prestigious Battle of the Bands a mysterious encounter with an Elfender Spellcaster might just save his people from a lifetime of Polk music and raise the most Elvish of All to rock more than his comfy chair' 

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1 y separately published work icon Death Metal Emo Elves and the Magic Pick of Awesomeness Dean Rankine , Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873472 2023 single work children's fiction children's

'Laugh-out-loud with the Death Metal Emo Elves These small characters have big personalities and nothing will stop the Battle of the Bands

'The Battle of the Bands State Finals are looming and after the stir at the semis Emo will do ANYTHING to rock hard and be generally awesome in every way.

'When a mysterious figure offers Emo the chance of a lifetime no amount of perilous perils will stand in his way. Its time to take the Highway to Hell.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Death Metal Emo Elves Dean Rankine , 2023 Sydney : Redback Publishing , 2023 26873442 2023 series - author children's fiction
1 y separately published work icon Koala John Lesley , John Lesley (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2022 26874070 2022 single work picture book children's 'The cute and cuddly koala sleeps all day eats a very limited diet and is facing threats from many sources. Find out all about their way of life and the special adaptations that make gum tree forests their only habitat.' (Publication summary)
 
1 y separately published work icon Globetrotters : India Jane Hinchey , Jane Hinchey (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2022 24707543 2022 single work information book children's

'Let's go, Globetrotters! We're travelling to India to discover its magnificent mountains, mega cities, respected rivers and ancient arts.

'Find out about India's different religions and contrasting ways of life, then learn about its amazing animals, plants and waterways.

'This exciting series takes students around the world, country by country. Inside each book you'll find maps, statistics, fun facts and photographs, as well as current information on the people, culture and landscape of each country.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Globetrotters : Canada Jane Hinchey , Jane Hinchey (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2022 24707453 2022 single work information book children's

'Let's go, Globetrotters! We're travelling to Canada to discover its dramatic landscapes, speedy sports and famous faces.

'Find out about Canada's First Nations and Inuit peoples, learn about teepees, igloos and totems, then visit some of Canada's most beautiful locations.

'This exciting series takes students around the world, country by country. Inside each book you'll find maps, statistics, fun facts and photographs, as well as current information on the people, culture and landscape of each country.' (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Globetrotters : Vietnam Jane Hinchey , Jane Hinchey (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2022 24707408 2022 single work information book children's 'Let's go, Globetrotters! This exciting series takes students around the world, country by country. Inside each book you'll find maps, statistics, fun facts and photographs, as well as current information on the people, culture and landscape of each country.' 

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1 y separately published work icon Globetrotters : Indonesia Jane Hinchey , Jane Hinchey (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2022 24707318 2022 single work information book children's

'Let's go, Globetrotters! We're travelling to Indonesia to discover its amazing wildlife, fascinating geography and spine-tingling history.

'Find out about the people and their culture, learn how to say a few words in the local language, then visit some of Indonesia's most beautiful locations.

'This exciting series takes students around the world, country by country. Inside each book you'll find maps, statistics, fun facts and photographs, as well as current information on the people, culture and landscape of each country.'  (Publication summary)
1 y separately published work icon Globetrotters : Antarctica Jane Hinchey , Jane Hinchey (illustrator), Frenchs Forest : Redback Publishing , 2022 24707273 2022 single work information book children's

'Let's go, Globetrotters! We're travelling to Antarctica, the world's highest, driest, windiest, coldest and iciest continent!

'Find out what life is like on Antarctica. Discover how its part-time residents live, work and play. Learn about how this precious continent is helping scientists all over the world and discover the unique ecosystems that thrive in its harsh environment.

'This exciting series takes students around the world, country by country. Inside each book you'll find maps, statistics, fun facts and photographs, as well as current information on the people, culture and landscape of each country.'  (Publication summary)
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