A new-look Cranbourne Library has been unveiled following a major upgrade.
City of Casey Mayor Cr Amanda Stapledon, Cranbourne MP Pauline Richards and Chief Executive Officer of Casey Cardinia Libraries (CCL) Chris Buckingham were joined by members of the community to present the $85,000 makeover on Thursday 28 March.
The library has been transformed into a friendlier and integrated learning space by creating a more accessible entrance and making better use of office space.
Works include the installation of a tech desk to improve customer service and create more floor space for innovation and learning, as well as better connection between community members and staff.
Cr Stapledon, who read a story to local children following the unveiling, said the project was vital to ensuring the community space would continue to offer support and services.
“The foyer is now a welcoming space, available for people to relax, connect and unwind with full access to Wi-Fi,” she said.
“Council thanks the State Government for their grant and for acknowledging and understanding that libraries can change lives.”
Mr Buckingham said the library’s overhaul has helped create a more welcoming space for the community.
“It has been a terrific partnership with the City of Casey and the State Government to deliver a cost-effective improvement to the Cranbourne Library,” Mr Buckingham said.
“Libraries are a place where people can gather safely, share stories and learn at their own pace.”
Ms Richards said the upgrade ensured communities could access vital educational and social programs.
“Cranbourne is a busy, rapidly growing area and deserves a modern and inclusive library to support our local communities,” she said.
The Cranbourne Library is currently exhibiting work by Darren Argaet, with his paintings inspired by the speed of motorsport, featuring heroes of the sport such as Daniel Ricciardo.
The State Government supported the project through a $51,000 contribution from the 2018 Living Libraries Infrastructure Program.
