Armstrong Creek residents will be able to visit their new library from the beginning of August.
Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library, funded by more than $20 million from Geelong council and $1.5 million from the Victorian government, is set to open on Thursday, August 1.
Builders Nicholson Construction completed work on the three-storey library in May, with the fit-out on schedule for the opening date.
As well as housing more than 30,000 books, the library will feature a number of spaces for community use, including a media studio and maker space, as well as a children’s story time area and outdoor terraces.
An official opening ceremony will be held on Thursday, July 25 before the doors open to the public in August.
Geelong Regional Libraries CEO Vanessa Schernickau said libraries were an integral part of healthy local communities.
“There is a huge amount of work happening behind the scenes ahead of opening day – the library will be stocked with approximately 32,000 new resources for the community – our team is currently working through unpacking around 20 pallets of books,” Ms Schernickau said.
“We’re grateful to the City of Greater Geelong and the Victorian Government for their support, and look forward to opening the doors to the community soon.”
Mayor Trent Sullivan said he couldn’t wait to see the library open.
“The building is so distinctive from the outside and it’s looking amazing inside too,” Mayor Sullivan said.
“We know the love the community has for our local libraries and this building is going to be a real focal point for Armstrong Creek residents. It’s very exciting to have the opening now so close.”
