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In mid-March, we started works to replace the returns chutes at 5 of our libraries.

Works are currently underway at Ashburton and Hawthorn libraries and will soon commence at Balwyn Library. Please see the library location updates on this page for more information.

About the works

Once each return chute has been installed, you'll be able to return multiple items at once, saving you time.

Return chutes at each library will be closed at times during the works but alternative locations to return your items will be available.

Works will occur during and outside library opening hours, including in the evenings. Minor noise disruptions may occur during the works outside library opening hours.

Works may occur at the following times at each location:

  • weekdays between 6 pm and 9 pm
  • Saturdays and Sundays between 9 am and 5 pm.

Library location updates

Hawthorn Library

  • Works commenced in mid-March and are expected to be complete in mid- to late-April.
  • Duration of works estimated approximately 5 to 6 weeks.
  • No closure to library.
  • Return chute will be closed at some stage during the works. An alternative option to return your items will be available.
  • The new chute will be installed at a new location along the same wall as the current chute.

Ashburton Library

  • Works commenced in late March and are expected to be complete by mid-April.
  • Duration of works estimated approximately 2 weeks.
  • No closure to library.
  • Return chute will be closed at some stages during the works. An alternative option to return your items will be available.

Balwyn Library

  • Works will occur in 2 phases.
  • The first phase of works is expected to commence in early April and run for approximately 2 weeks.
  • The second phase of works is expected to commence in late May and run for one to 2 weeks.
  • No closure of library during the works.
  • Return chutes will be closed at some stages during the works. An alternative option to return your items will be available. 
  • The new chute will be installed at a new location along the same wall as the current chute.

Camberwell Library

Return chute replacement works were completed in March 2024.

Greythorn Library Lounge

Return chute replacement works were completed in March 2024.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please contact [email protected] or phone (03) 9278 4444.

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