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Bird Park
By Julie Murphy, ilustrated by Annie White (NLA, November 2026)
A joyful, rhyming celebration of Australia’s birdlife, inviting young readers to explore a magical place and spot 61 fascinating species along the way.
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The Christmas Fuss in the Broken-Down Bus
By Maddy Mara, illustrated by Christoper Nielsen (HarperCollins, September 2026)
A delightfully Australian Christmas comedy of errors.
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Invisible Dogs
By Kiah Thomas, illustrated by Jake A Minton (Little Book Press, October 2026)
An uplifting story that proves the best friends, even invisible ones, help us find exactly what we need.
Swimming with Aunty Isobel
By Cassy Polimeni, illustrated by Evie Barrow (NLA, November 2026)
Follow a child’s journey from fear to wonder and discovery, revealing how courage, curiosity and the magic of the ocean can make anything seem possible.
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The Biggest Australian Road Trip Ever
By Jackie Hosking, illustrated by Lesley Vamos (Walker Books Australia, November 2026)
Hop on board for another amazing, BIG Australian road trip of a lifetime, seeing the BIG things in Australia up close ...
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Muster Dogs Puppy Days
(ABC Kids, December 2026)
An adorable and engaging Muster Dogs story with cute photographs of working dog puppies for our tiniest book lovers.
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How to Wait for Christmas
By Rochelle Stephens, illustrated by Novia Heroanto (Grace Bell Kids, September 2026)
Celebrate Christmas traditions, Advent and the joy of waiting for Christmas.
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How Do You Enter a Room?
By Madeline Harris Chan, illustrated by Dawn Lo (Scribble, October 2026)
A reassuring, funny, rhyming picture book that makes room for every social style, from the exuberantly outgoing to the quietly observant.
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A Hug for Punch
By Caroline L Perry, illustrated by Anoosha Syed (Puffin, October 2026)
The inspiring story of Punch, the tiny, orphaned monkey who has captured the hearts of millions around the world.
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A Year to Treasure, Us Together
By Davina Bell, illustrated by Tete Garcia (Lothian, October 2026)
From New Year to Christmas and everything in between, this joyous picture book celebrates the festivals, milestones and special moments that bring us together.
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I Love You… And I Like You!
By Scott Stuart, illustrated by Jess Racklyef (Hardie Grant , October 2026)
Celebrate what makes kids so loveable … and immensely likeable, too!
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This book is voice activated.
By Philip Bunting (Scholastic Australia, October 2026)
This new interactive book gets little readers off the screens and into the pages of a real book!
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All the Skies We See
By Harry Ebert, illustrated by Nicholas Rix (Woodslane Press, October 2026)
A lyrical picture book journey through one day, told through the changing moods and colours of the sky.
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The Bestest Brown
By Briony Stewart (Lothian, September 2026)
A joyful and cheeky rhyming book that mixes toilet humour with colour theory.
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Why No Rhino?
By Sue Lancaster, illustrated by Tom Jellett (New Frontier Publishing, October 2026)
A celebration of books, libraries and reading.
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The Everyday Tutu
By Andrea Rowe, illustrated by Tess Moh (Hardie Grant , October 2026)
Tutus are for every day of the week in this delightfully warm-hearted picture book.
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That’s What Makes it Christmas
By Ashleigh Barton, illustrated by Erin Reeves (Lothian, September 2026)
Join in the magic and excitement of a classic Aussie Christmas with one family as they prepare for the big day.
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Christmas Wild
By Jevita Nilson, illustrated by Heidi Cooper Smith (CSIRO Publishing, October 2026)
Join Rosie as she discovers Australian plants and animals with a festive Christmas connection – from Christmas spiders and mistletoebirds, to festive flowers and trees.
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Aussie Mozzie, Ozzy Oi! Oi! Oi!
By Deano Yipadee & Craig Smith, Illustrated by Jonathan Bentley (Scholastic Australia, November 2026)
An outrageously funny, cumulative sing-along with an unexpected ending!
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Mr Badger and the Boubles Grand Hotel
By Leigh Hobbs (Allen & Unwin, November 2026)
A picture book showcasing the enduring charm of one of Leigh Hobbs's most beloved characters, amidst all the fun and adventure of a grand hotel.
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Meerkat Mayhem Board Book
By Mem Fox, illustrated by Judy Horacek (Puffin, November 2026)
Another hilarious board book gem from the legendary team who brought us the highly acclaimed and bestselling Where is the Green Sheep?
Paddle Steamer Pearl
By Neridah McMullin, illustrated by Jess Cockran (NLA, November 2026)
Inspired by Australia’s first female riverboat captain, follow young Pearl Wallace through drought, resilience and adventure when her family’s paddle steamer is stranded on the Murray–Darling.
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It’s a Fire Station Celebration!
By Davina Bell, illustrated by Jenny Løvlie (Hardie Grant , September 2026)
A gloriously funny ode to a child’s special interest in his local fire station.
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The Plane Over My Backyard
By Tom Jellett (Affirm Kids, September 2026)
Discover the wonder of planes and air travel with this delightful picture book.
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This Way Up
By Antonia Pesenti (Scribble, November 2026)
The first in a bold new board book series – fold-out pages that open upwards and downwards, into the everyday world of a small child.
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Splish, Splash, Splosh!
By Renae Hayward, illustrated by Briony Stewart (Allen & Unwin, November 2026)
A paddling pool, a hose, a bucket or a puddle – there is nothing as much fun as making a splash!
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Yalla! Let’s Go!
By Peter Bol & Jennifer Castles, illustrated by Louie Joyce (Allen & Unwin, September 2026)
A picture book tracing Peter Bol’s journey from Sudan to becoming the first Australian in decades to reach an Olympic 800-metre final, inspiring young readers to dream big and find their own path.
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Heads and Tails: Farm
By John Canty (Berbay, October 2026)
This interactive picture book encourages observation, critical thinking and curiosity about animals and farms.
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Yeah, Bear!
By John Corrie (HarperCollins, September 2026)
Brought to life by playful language and imaginative artwork, Yeah, Bear! is a gorgeously hilarious celebration of bears of every kind
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Found in Australia
By Joanne O'Callaghan, illustrated by Kori Song (Allen & Unwin, December 2026)
An enchanting counting adventure celebrating iconic Australian places, animals and experiences.
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All the Ways I See
By Nas Campanella & Eliza Hull, illustrated by Sophie Beer (Allen & Unwin, October 2026)
Vividly evoking a blind child's joyful experience of a day at the beach, this highly accessible picture book comes with a range of innovative accessibility features to suit all readers.
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Can I Snuggle the Stars?
By Kerry Brown, illustrated by Lisa Stewart (Scholastic Press, October 2026)
A heart-warming, cosy bedtime story about a baby puffin looking for someone warm to cuddle, from the best-selling creators of Can I Cuddle the Moon?
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Catching a Wave
By Catherine Meatheringham, illustrated by Clara Anganuzzi (Affirm Kids, October 2026)
Lexi’s big brother and sister can boogie board. But no matter how hard Lexi paddles and kicks, the waves all pass her by – or turn her upside down! Will Lexi ever be able to catch a wave?
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N is for Noni
By Alison Lester (Allen & Unwin, November 2026)
A rhyming story featuring the instantly lovable character, Noni the Pony – the nicest pony any child could ever hope to meet!
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