Longer Library Hours in Response to Community Feedback

Published on 21 April 2023

Library Refurbishment

The newly refurbished Mansfield Library on Collopy St will reopen on Tuesday 16 May 2023, with longer opening hours following community feedback.

Over the past several months the library has undergone extensive renovations, with a temporary library service operating from the Visitor Information Centre (VIC). The VIC library service will close at midday on Saturday 29 April 2023 to allow for the move back into the updated Library space over the following fortnight.

While the library is closed, the return date for items on loan will be extended until 23 May 2023. Alternatively, items can be returned to Council’s Municipal Office at Highett Street, Mansfield between 8.30am-4.30pm on weekdays.

Mayor Cr James Tehan said Council is looking forward to sharing the new library spaces with the community and is happy to announce longer opening hours in response to community feedback.

“We know everyone is excited about the changes taking place at the library,” said Cr Tehan.

“The new layout provides something for community members of all ages. The design reflects the beautiful landscapes and colours of Mansfield’s environment and includes an exciting children’s space as well as areas for socialising, studying and remote working.”

New hours at the library have been considered as part of Council’s early budget engagement process for the 2023-24 Budget, with strong community support shown for increased hours. The new hours will be effective from the library reopening on Tuesday 16 May 2023, with opening times extended to:

  • 9.30am – 5.30pm on Tuesdays
  • 9.30 – 5.00pm on Wednesdays to Fridays
  • 10.00am – 1.00pm on Saturdays.

Further community feedback will be sought on the new hours following the library reopening. Friends of Mansfield Library will hand out balloons, library bags and door prizes to celebrate the reopening, with an official opening and community celebration planned for early June.

The Realising Mansfield Library’s Potential project was made possible with $543,511 of funding provided through the Victorian Government’s Living Libraries Infrastructure program. 

Visit the Mansfield Library Victoria Facebook page to stay updated with the refurbishment progress. If you need to speak with a library staff member please call 5775 8621 and leave a message or email library@mansfield.vic.gov.au

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