Student wins big for school library

INTERCLUB’S most recent Bookfest has raised funds for the organisation that supports adults with disabilities, as well as Dana Street Primary School.

The event, which coincided with Book Week, encouraged children to dress up as their favourite book character to win money for their school library.

Maxwell from Dana Street Primary School won the $500 voucher which was supplied by Wayne Compton from That Little Bookshop.

InterClub coordinator Margie Iafrate said it is important to encourage children to read.

“Wayne and I are of the same opinion that we love books and learning, and reading is very important for learning,” she said.

“What was good was the number of children who came through with their families because it’s good for adults to encourage reading among children.”

InterClub has worked with Mr Compton on several Bookfests and Ms Iafrate said she hopes to continue the tradition.

“This is a good way for us to help That Little Bookshop and Wayne to give back to the community,” she said.

“It’s important that we support our own local community in Ballarat and it’s wonderful that we have so many worthy organisations out there that put back into the community.

“The clients love it, they enjoy being a part of it, and they know when we hold a Bookfest it is helping someone else.”

InterClub’s next Bookfest will be held Friday 1 November until Sunday 3 November.

Money raised from this event will be donated to The SoupBus as well as InterClub.