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Spirit of progress
Journal of the Art Deco and Modernism Society of Australia. All issues available, from Autumn 2000 onwards.
Artichoke
Published by Architecture Media in South Melbourne; showcases interior architecture and design.
Green: sustainable architecture and landscape design
Published by Architecture Media in South Melbourne; showcases sustainable designs from architects and landscape designers.
Houses
Published by Architecture Media.

Australian wood review
Articles on workshops ,profiles, exhibitions,woodturning, projects & techniques, tools & equipment and a featured timber suitable for woodworking.
Furniture & cabinetmaking
Published by the Guild of Master Craftsman the journal covers design, inspiration, projects. techniques, tests, news and excellence awards.
Taunton's fine woodworking
Articles on Methods of work, Tools & materials, Feature articles, Master class and Q&A from readers including a How they did it section.

The Complete Guide to Joint-Making by John Bullar
Call Number: 694.6 BUL
Great Workshops from Fine Woodworking
Call Number: 684.08 GRE (HB)
Hamlyn book of woodworking
Call Number: 684.08 HAM
Woodworker's Guide to Veneering and Inlay by Jonathan Benson
Call Number: 674.833 BEN

Hand tools for woodworking
Call Number: 684.082 HAN
The Australian-made, curriculum fit program introduces us to a range of basic hand tools covering their uses, tips and possible pitfalls. A full demonstration of how to safely and effectively use a range of saws, planes, and chisels is provided
Safe & correct use of power tools in the wood trade [digital video disc]
Call Number: 684.083 SAF
Programme designed to inform students on how to competently use a range of power tools (includes circular and jig saws, routers, planers and belt sanders). Equipment that is commonly used in the furniture and joinery shop fitting trades, personal protective gear and safe work practices are demonstrated.

Woodwork in theory and practice by Walton, John A.

Check out The woodwork bible: my grandfather's legacy, ABC radio program on John Walton, the man and his work.

What timber will I use?: the essential buyer's guide for the do-it-yourself or trade renovator, woodworker and student by Stacpoole, John
Call Number: 674.0994 STA
ISBN: 187575024X
Australian woodworking by Leadbeatter, Bruce R.
Call Number: 684.08 LEA
ISBN: 0070931909

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