Wyndham libraries have re-opened following the state-wide pandemic lockdown.
Staff across the Hoppers Crossing (Werribee Plaza) Library, Julia Gillard Library Tarneit, Manor Lakes Library, Point Cook Library and Werribee Library are all looking forward to welcoming members back.
The five locations have reopened at slightly reduced hours across weekends and evenings.
All of Wyndham’s libraries will be open at least one evening per week and one afternoon over the weekend.
Some of the regular library programs, including Baby Time and Language Café, are running in person for small groups, while other free events and programs will continue online.
All Wyndham libraries are operating under strict COVID-safe protocols to ensure the safety of the community and staff.
Library staff have been vaccinated against COVID-19 vaccinated and anyone wishing to visit a library branch must be fully-vaccinated, unless they have a medical exemption.
The popularity of Wyndham’s libraries did not dip during the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Record numbers of people borrowed eBooks and eAudio books from Wyndham council’s libraries in the 2020-21 financial year.
The libraries loaned 58,398 eBooks across the timeframe, an increase of 46 per cent on the previous financial year.
An additional 53,707 eAudio books were borrowed, 39 per cent higher than the previous 12 months.
Wyndham’s learning city portfolio holder, Cr Jasmine Hill, said it was “fantastic” that residents have been making the most of the library resources.
“Whether that be for pleasure or learning, it is wonderful that our libraries are a place where everyone can find something that interests them,” Cr Hill said.
Wyndham libraries have listed individual opening times online, details: www.facebook.com/librariesinwyndham/ and
www.wyndham.vic.gov.au/libraries
