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Council: Library closures aren’t the right option

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Council: Library closures aren’t the right option

Geelong Council has asked the local library operator not to close any libraries, as it looks to make up for a $1 million shortfall in funding. The GRLC has proposed the closure of the Barwon Heads, Geelong West and Highton libraries in response to Council’s budget crunch. Council’s Acting CEO Kaarina Phyland said the operator … [Read more…]

Libraries to close amid Council budget crunch

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Libraries to close amid Council budget crunch

Local libraries are set to bear the brunt of Geelong Council’s budget shortfalls, with the Geelong Regional Libraries Corporation told to find over $1 million to help fund the service. In response to the shortfall the GRLC will propose the closure of the Barwon Heads, Geelong West and Highton libraries and the transition of Chilwell … [Read more…]