The Allan Labor Government is giving Northern Victoria a major funding boost, with the latest round of the Living Libraries Infrastructure Program set to invest in 18 libraries across the state.
- Murrindindi Shire Council - $767,592 to replace the current mobile library truck with a new, more agile vehicle, expanding access to library services from eight to ten locations.
- Mansfield Shire Council - $242,750 to fund a fit-for-purpose library van, enabling year-round library services to remote communities.
- Mitchell Shire Council - $76,682 for a technology upgrade to deliver faster, more reliable, and more accessible services.
Other projects to receive funding included:
- major upgrades of libraries in Heidelberg West, Kew, Southbank and Glen Waverley
- redeveloped meeting rooms in Kangaroo Flat, Portland and Macedon Ranges
- technology upgrades in Emerald, Pakenham, Deans Marsh and Mitchell
- facility improvements in Dimboola, Braybrook, Nunawading and East Gippsland
- open access facilities at Glen Eira and Avondale Heights
Since 2014, the Labor Government has invested $57.6 million into 176 different library infrastructure projects, with a combined end value more than $522 million.
The Living Libraries Infrastructure Program supports initiatives that deliver tangible benefits to local areas, and increase access to learning, participation and engagement with community libraries.
For more information on the Living Libraries Infrastructure Program, or to view the full list of recipients, visit localgovernment.vic.gov.au/grants/living-libraries-infrastructure-program.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Local Government Nick Staikos
“Victorian libraries are more than just books and we are committed to providing our communities with safe, modern and inclusive spaces that they can be proud of.”
“Libraries are at the heart of every community, which is why we’re proud to support these eighteen local spaces to create lasting impact.”
Quote attributable to Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes
“This funding will strengthen Mansfield Shire’s ability to provide safe spaces and essential learning resources, creating real benefits for our community.”
