Too fat? Too thin?: the healthy eating handbook (2009) by Melissa Sayer

Title in the "Really Useful Handbook" series. Other titles include "Broke!: the money handbook" and "Body talk: the social survival handbook".

Location: Non-fiction - 613.2/SAY

Well done, those men: memoirs of a Vietnam veteran (2007) by Barry Heard

An intensely personal account of the lives of a young conscript and his comrades, before, during and after the Vietnam War.

Location: Non-fiction - 959.704/HEA

Superfoods, superfast: eat your way to superhealth (2006) by Michael van Straten & Barbara Griggs

200 recipes featuring over 90 "nutridense" superfoods packed with anti-oxidants, nutrients and vitamins.

Location: Non-fiction - 641.5/STR

Cyber bullying: bullying in the digital age (2008) by Robin Kowalski

Provides educators, parents, psychologists & policy makers with prevention techniques and strategies for addressing electronic bullying.

Location: Non-fiction - 302.3/KOW

Dear Fatty (2008) by Dawn French

The autobiography of Britain's best-loved comedienne, this book chronicles the rise of an extraordinary and hilarious woman.

Location: Non-fiction - 791.4092/FRE

Cyberbullying: deal with it and Ctrl Alt Delete it (2008) by Robyn MacEachern

Examines the impact of online name-calling, rumours, and threats, and helps you deal with bullying whether you're a target, a bully or a witness.

Location: Non-fiction - 302.3/MAC

Anatomy of a business plan (2008) by Linda Pinson

A step-by-step guide to building a business and securing it's future.

Location: Non-fiction - 658.4/PIN

Starting a business for dummies (2007) by Colin Barrow

Everything you need to know to get a business up and running: from drafting a business plan, to hiring a workforce, managing costs & taking your service or product to market.

Location: Non-fiction - 658.02/BAR

Buzzed: the straight facts about the most used and abused drugs from alcohol to ecstasy (2008) by Cynthia Kuhn

An accessible source for understanding how drugs work & their effect on body and behaviour. Includes information on the energy drink craze.

Location: Non-fiction - 613.8/KUH

Where am I wearing?: a global tour to the countries, factories, and people that make our clothes (2009) by Kelsey Timmerman

Looks at the controversial issues of globalisation and out-sourcing.

Location: Non-fiction - 338.4/Tim

Tears of the desert (2008) by Halima Bashir

A true story of Halima's survival of the horrors of Darfur in Sudan. It is a tale of genocide and personal suffering.

Location: Non-fiction - 962.4043092/BAS

The secret lives of bees (2008) by Sue Monk Kidd

International best seller and now a major movie. The moving story of Lily growing up believing she accidentally killed her mother, and her journey of understanding the world surrounded by three bee-keeping sisters.

Location: Fiction - F/KID

Internet career biographies (Series) 2007

Documents the accomplishments and lives of some of the Internet's entrepreneurs: such as the founders of Netscape, amazon.com, Google, napster, eBay and Yahoo! 6 titles in the series.

Location: Non-fiction - 338.7

The story of India (DVD)

Michael Palin uncovers the fabulous sights, sounds and dazzling achievements of the world's oldest and most influential civilisation.

Location: AV - DVD426

Marie Antoinette (DVD)

Starring Kirsten Dunst and directed by Sofia Coppola. A retelling of the turbulent life of history's favourite villainess.

Location: AV - DVD425

Ratatouille (DVD)

An animated film. Tells the story of Remy, a determined young rat, determined to be a renowned French chef, and his pal Linguini.

Location: AV - DVD423

Angry earth (DVD)

Looks at what triggers an earthquake, explains the Richter Scale and revisits some of the planet's greatest ever earthquakes.

Location: AV - DVD427

The atlas of women in the world (2009) by Joni Seager

Explores the current status of women in relation to such key issues as equality, motherhood, work, economics, domestic violence, civil rights, and health.

Location: Non-fiction - 305.4/SEA

Don't tell them it's healthy (2009) by Karen Fischer

A guide to marketing nutritious food to children and teens.

Location: Non-fiction - 641.5/FIS

Conflict in the modern world: origins of World War 1 and 2 (DVD) 2008

Looks at how World War 1 and 2 started with the powder keg of struggling European colonial powers, politics and alliances. Duration: 25 minutes

Location: AV - DVD410

WWI - Australian home front (DVD)

Australia at first reacted romantically to the war, but with the growing casualties, attitudes slowly changed. Video examines the home front, women's wartime role, recruitment and conscription issues and the final declaration of peace. Duration: 26 minutes

Location: AV - DVD412

Australians in Vietnam (DVD)

Examines Australia's involvement in the Vietnam War 1962-73 and the opposition to conscription which led to huge public protests. Duration: 33 minutes

Location: AV - DVD411

The state of the world atlas (2008) 8th ed.

Graphic representations of some of the world's compelling issues: population, wealth and power, wars in the 21st century, rights and respect, health of the people and health of the planet.

Location: Reference - R909.83/SMI

Guantanamo boy (2009) by Anna Perera

Based on the truth that children have been held & abused in secret prisons around the world, this piece of fiction explores the war on terrorism through the eyes of a child.

Location: Fiction - F/PER

Alien Arena (2007) by Richard Dungworth

Title in the "Doctor Who: decide your destiny" series where the reader influences the direction of the story by the decisions he/she makes. 3 other titles in the series also available.

Location: Fiction - F/DUN

The First World War in photographs (2001) by Richard Holmes

400 photographs from the Imperial War Museum's collection make for a remarkable & unforgettable record of the horror that was WWI.

Location: Non-fiction - 940.3/HOL

The big book of "Top Gear" (2009)

Based on the popular television series.

Location : Non-fiction - 629.22/BIG

Biting anorexia (2008) by Lucy Howard-Taylor

An extraordinary depiction by an 18-year-old woman of her descent into the tortured existence of anorexia and her arduous and remarkable recovery from it.

Location: Non-fiction - 616.85/HOW

Sydney (DVD) 2004

Another title in the "Lonely Planet Six Degrees" series: connects to what makes each city special - the people that live in it. Other new titles include "Melbourne" and "Auckland".

Location : AV - DVD407

The boy in the striped pyjamas (2008) by John Boyne

Bored & lonely after his family moves from Berlin to a desolate place called "Out-with", 9-year-old Bruno, the son of a Nazi officer, befriends Shmuel, a boy in striped pyjamas, who lives behind a wire fence. Now a major motion picture.

Location: Fiction - F/BOY

The harp in the south novels (2009) by Ruth Park

Three of Ruth Park's best loved books - "Missus", "The harp in the south", and "Poor man's orange", are together in one volume. They trace the saga of the Darcy family over thirty years. Australian literature.

Location: Fiction - F/PAR

She'll be right boss (DVD) 2006

5 X 30minute episodes in this series that looks at the history of Australian business & where we stand in relation to the rest of the world. Features interviews with prominent Australian business people.

Location: AV - DVD397

Greece: secrets of the past (DVD) 2006

Revisits the dawn of democracy and the birthplace of Western civilisation. Features stunning aerial photography and CGI recreates the massive eruption that blew Santorini sky-high & revives the wonder of the Parthenon before it was reduced to ruins.

Location: AV - DVD369

Antarctica (DVD) 2008

Explores the world's final frontier with Jennifer Adams. Duration: 44minutes.

Location: AV - DVD395

The everything job interview book (2008) 2nd ed. by Joy Darlington

Examples of hundreds of interviews: updated in 2008

Location: Non-fiction - 650.14/DAR

Hamlet: a novel (2008) by John Marsden

Shakespeare's play made into a moving and full-bodied novel. Marsden powerfully re-imagines the original characters and story.

Location: Fiction - F/MAR

The weather makers (2008) by Tim Flannery

Flannery argues passionately for the urgent need to address the implications of a global climate change that is damaging all life of Earth and endangering our very survival.

Location: Non-fiction - 551.6/FLA

Helicopter man (2005) by Elizabeth Fensham

A wryly funny story of a young boy who realizes his father is suffering from schizophrenia. Gives an incredible insight into the realities of the disease.

Location: Fiction - F/FEN

Vanished: the truth about the disappearance of Madeleine McCann (2008) by Danny Collins

Investigative journalist Danny Collins looks at the clues and false leads gathered over 12 months of meticulous in-depth investigation in an attempt to piece together just what happend on that fateful night.

Location: Non-fiction - 364.15092/MCC:C

From the sheds (2008) by Matthew Johns

An anecdotal and humorous look behind the scenes of Rugby League. Matthew gives an insider's view of the superstars, larrikins and entertainers of the game.

Location: Non-fiction - 796.333/JOH

Butterfly (2009) by Sonya Hartnett

A novel about the bonds of family, about growing up in suburbia and about the terrifying vulnerability of early adolescence. Ultimately this Australian novel is about how we must all eventually leave childhood behind.

Location: Fiction - F/HAR

Unpolished gem (2006) by Alice Pung

In a wonderland called Footscray, a girl named Alice and her Chinese-Cambodian family pursue the Australian Dream - Asian style. A loving and irreverent portrait of a family.

Location: Non-fiction - 305.895/PUN

Hot tips for classroom management (2007)

DVD provides practical help in dealing with difficult student behaviour. Covers behaviour management, behaviour interventions and depersonalising behaviour sanctions and reflection.

Location: AV - DVD394

Stolen generations: the way forward (2009) Edited by Justin Healey

Latest title in the "Issues in society" series. Other new titles include "The housing crisis", "Managing stress", "Gender equality", "Drugs and law enforcement", and "Water management".

Location: Non-fiction - 362.84/STO

Wild habitats: a natural history of Australian ecosystems (2007) by Allan Fox & Steve Parish

Looks at Australia's oceanic and coastal ecosystems, forests, woodlands, scrublands, grasslands and our extreme ecosystems.

Location: Non-fiction 577.0994/FOX

The complete rock climber (2003) by Malcolm Creasey

Step-by-step guide to safe practice in all aspects of the sport. Also looks at clothing and equipment, training tips, navigation, first aid, weather interpretation and best climbing locations around the world.

Location: Non-fiction - 796.522/CRE

Diet and obesity (2008) by Jim Kerr

Examines all aspects of obesity: history, causes, economic and health costs and the impact on people's lives.

Location: Non-fiction - 616.3/KER

Atomic testing: the diary of Anthony Brown -Woomera 1953 (2009) by Alan Tucker.

Latest in the "My Australian story" series. Set during the time the British Government tested atomic bombs on the Woomera Rocket Range in S.A.

Location: Fiction - F/TUC

3 willows (2009) by Ann jBrashares

A new series by the popular author of the "Sisterhood" books.

Location: Fiction - F/BRA

Do animals have rights? (2008) by Yolanda Brooks

Looks at the various and often conflicting opinions concerning the way we treat animals in the 21st century. Questions raised include: should hunting be banned, should animals be used for scientific research, & is it cruel to keep animals as pets?

Location: Non-fiction - 179/BRO

Boy soldier (2006) by Andy McNab with Robert Rigby

First title in the young adult series "Boy Soldier". Other titles in the Library include: "Payback", "Avenger" and "Meltdown". Fast-moving and thrilling adventures packed with authentic detail from Andy McNab's SAS expertise.

Location: Fiction - F/MCN

Thirsty country: options for Australia (2008) by Asa Wahlquist

Examines Australia's water supply & how its use has been dominated by politics, local agendas, short-term aims and vocal lobby groups. It presents the latest forecasts for how climate change will impact on our water supplies.

Location: Non-fiction - 333.91/WAH

Journeys with the black dog: inspirational stories of bringing depression to heel (2007)

Many people share their stories of living with depression: the first symptoms, the diagnosis, the confusion and frustration and finally the management of the disease.

Location: Non-fiction - 616.85/JOU

The games: the extraordinary history of the modern Olympics (2008) by Carole Wilkinson

An irreverent, in-depth look at the story behind the Olympics.

Location: Non-fiction - 796.48/WIL

New moon (2007) by Stephenie Meyer

Sequel to "Twilight". Irresistibly combines romance and suspense with a supernatural twist.

Location: Fiction - F/MEY

Eclipse (2007) by Stephenie Meyer

3rd book in the best selling "Twilight' series. Continuing the captivating saga of vampire romance.

Location: Fiction - F/MEY

Born to lead: Wallaby test captains (2005) by Max Howell

Profiles all 72 players to have led Wallaby test teams onto the arena between 1899 and 2004.

Location: Non-fiction - 796.333/HOW

Obesity: opposing viewpoints (2006)

"Those who do not know their opponent's arguments do not completely understand their own".

Location: Non-fiction - 616.3/OBE

League of legends: 100 years of rugby league in Australia (2008)

Celebrates rugby league's centenary year. Captures the events, personalities and defining moments in the history of the game.

Location: Non-fiction - 796.333/LEA

Wild tea cosies (2008) by Loani Prior.

Donated by the author herself (Geoff Prior's sister). Beautifully photographed production. The book gives 24 step-by-step patterns of some very different and vibrant tea cosies.

Location: Non-fiction - 746.43/PRI

The chameleon's chamber (2007) by Minette Walters

When Lieutenant Charles Acland is flown home from Iraq with serious head injuries, he faces not only permanent disfigurement but also an apparent change to his personality. Another murky psychological thriller.

Location: Fiction - F/WAL

Madonna: like an icon (2007) by Lucy O'Brien

Biography. Tells the complex story of an artist who has reinvented herself time and time again, and continues to top the charts almost thirty years after the release of her first single.

Location: Non-fiction - 782.42166/MAD:O

Mr Cricket: driven to succeed (2007) by Michael Hussey

Autobiography by Mr Cricket himself. Mike Hussey adores the game, analyses it, researches it and respects it. He eats, sleeps and drinks it. And cricket fans the world over love him for it.

Location: Non-fiction - 796.358092/HUS

Body surfing (2007) by Anita Shreve

Best selling author. A novel about emotional upheavals, shifts of loyalty and painful revelations about the past.

Location: Fiction - F/SHR