Some of our services are closed or have different hours on Anzac Day public holiday on Thursday 25 April 2024.

Christmas is a special time for many, but some families are less fortunate than others.

We are pleased to partner with You Matter for this year’s annual gift-giving program. You Matter supports women and families who have experienced family violence by providing furniture and other household items necessary to run a functional home. You can find out more about this organisation on the You Matter website.

Donations are open and we encourage you to donate a new book from a local Boroondara business.

The books you donate will be distributed to families with children who will enjoy these gifts.

All donations must be received by close of business on Friday 15 December so that they can be distributed.

Book donation drop-off locations

You can drop off a new book donation at the following locations:

  • Ashburton Library (154 High Street, Ashburton)
  • Balwyn Library (336 Whitehorse Road, Balwyn)
  • Camberwell Library (340 Camberwell Road, Balwyn)
  • Greythorn Library Lounge (at Greythorn Community Hub, 2 Centre Way, Balwyn North)
  • Hawthorn Library (584 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn)
  • Kew Library (corner of Cotham Road and Civic Drive, Kew).

You can see all our libraries locations and opening hours on our Contact the library page.

Libraries