Study Melbourne Book Exchange
Event description
Background
The Book Exchange Project is an initiative led by the Study Melbourne Ambassadors to promote sustainability, literacy, and community connection among international students in Victoria. The project introduces a mobile, community-based library — an inviting book basket placed at key locations across the state.
Project Duration
September - November 2025
Opening hours are subject to each location's operation time.
Project Location
Study Melbourne Hub
17 Hardware Lane Melbourne VIC 3000
Monday - Friday, 9:00am-5.00pm
International Student Centre, the Lounge (Geelong)
Salvation Army Geelong, 239 Malop St., Geelong VIC 3220
Monday & Thursday, 5pm-8pm
International Student Centre, the Couch
Level 1, 69 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000
Monday to Thursday, 6pm-8.30pm
Student Accommodation in Melbourne CBD
Project Guidelines
Visit the location - visit any of the listed participating locations during its opening hours.
Take one book and/or leave one - if you don't have a book to contribute, feel free to take one but either return it within 3-4 weeks at your ease, or pass it along to another reader in the community.
Share the story online - you can scan the QR code on the basket to register and leave a note; and/or post a photo of your selected book on social media, mention the title and a brief note on why it inspired you and tag Study Melbourne.
All Genres welcome - please DO NOT put any other items apart from books in the basket.
Respect the basket - handle books with care, and respect staff at each location.
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