About us

The Librarian Times

Connecting communities. Opening knowledge.

From community journalism to digitisation and resource discovery, our projects connect people with information, preserve valuable knowledge and create opportunities for learning. Explore our projects
Our projects and services

Knowledge in action

Community news, digital preservation and better access to information.
Community news

OTN Bangla — Connecting Communities Worldwide

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OTN Bangla: বিশ্বজুড়ে বাংলার কথা। The Voice of Bangla Worldwide

Initiated by TLT Pty Ltd in January 2025, Oceania Times News (OTN) Bangla is a bilingual news platform bringing together community stories, current affairs, geopolitics, sports and culture. With strong community engagement, OTN Bangla provides a platform for the voices, achievements and concerns of Bangla-speaking communities in Australia and around the world. Its coverage connects local experiences with global developments and encourages meaningful public discussion.
4 million+ Reported daily reach across OTN Bangla’s platforms Audience reach varies by day and reporting period.
Guided by a commitment to journalistic integrity, we aim to deliver accurate reporting, thoughtful commentary and accessible analysis. Alongside breaking news and community updates, we celebrate Bangla culture, history and heritage, helping share these traditions with future generations. We publish news in both Bangla and English to connect communities, broaden understanding and bring important stories to wider audiences.
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Our next project · In development

The Librarians Technologies

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Preserving History. Connecting Knowledge.

Our next project, The Librarians Technologies, is being developed to help libraries, universities, schools, research institutions, archives and community organisations preserve their collections and make them easier to discover and use. Valuable knowledge often remains hidden in printed materials and collections with limited search or access options. Through digitisation, professional metadata and Linked Data enrichment, we aim to transform these resources into organised, searchable digital collections. Our planned work includes books, theses, research publications, manuscripts, photographs and historical records. Using modern technologies and library expertise, we aim to support research, teaching and lifelong learning while safeguarding knowledge for future generations. We believe valuable history and scholarly knowledge deserve a future, regardless of an organisation’s size or budget.
Library and information services

Resource Cataloguing

Illustration of a librarian checking a book and updating a catalogue record Our resource cataloguing services help organisations keep their collections organised, discoverable and accessible. Clear, consistent catalogue records connect users with the resources they need. With a focus on accurate bibliographic description, useful subject access and consistent metadata, our approach supports collection management and resource discovery for learning, research and everyday use.

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Looking ahead

Future Projects — Coming Soon

These initiatives form part of our future plans. Further details will be shared as each project develops.
Coming soon

Education & Training

Illustration of professionals learning together in a library workshop Planned online and face-to-face programmes supporting professional development, practical skills and lifelong learning.
Coming soon

Conferences & Workshops

Illustration of a presenter leading a professional learning session Planned events bringing researchers, professionals and practitioners together to exchange ideas, share expertise and build connections.
Coming soon

Global Book Distribution

Illustration of books being prepared for distribution A planned distribution initiative connecting books across disciplines with readers, libraries and institutions worldwide.
Coming soon

Books & Journals

Illustration of academic books and an open journal Planned publishing activities spanning library and information science, social sciences, geopolitics, data science, health sciences and other disciplines, supporting research and accessible knowledge sharing.
Our purpose

Bringing knowledge closer.

We connect communities with reliable information, preserve knowledge for future generations and support learning through journalism, technology and library expertise.