On this page Content components Status We’re making much-needed upgrades to Kew Library in 2026 to modernise the space and improve the experience for all library users.The library will close from 5 pm Sunday 1 March 2026 and is expected to reopen in early 2027. A temporary site will be available at Kew Court House. About the projectWe’re making much-needed upgrades to Kew Library starting in early 2026. The library will temporarily close in early 2026. It will reopen in early 2027 once the upgrades are complete. To modernise the space and improve the experience for library visitors, we will be:replacing the roof and sewerupgrading to electric heating and coolingupgrading Radio Frequency Identification equipment, to enable bulk book returnsupgrading the electrical switchboardupgrading lightingreplacing the library shelving and carpetimproving access to power points and Wi-Fi.TimelineWhenWhatWednesday 25 FebruaryTemporary library opens at Kew Court HouseSunday 1 March 5pmKew Library closes to prepare for upgradesApril 2026Upgrade works startExpected in early 2027Library reopensTemporary library at Kew Court HouseTo make sure you can keep using your local library, we’re opening a temporary site at Kew Court House from Wednesday 25 February.The temporary library lets you continue to use library services during the upgrade. You can:browse a limited collectionborrow and return itemscollect reservationstake part in community programs.We’re opening the temporary library before Kew Library closes, so services continue without interruption.You can also visit our other libraries at Ashburton, Balwyn, Camberwell, Greythorn or Hawthorn and can continue to access a huge range of free online resources. Find more details at our Libraries page.Visit the temporary libraryLocation: Kew Court House, just a 7-minute walk from Kew LibraryOpening hours:Monday to Friday – 10 am to 6 pmSaturday – 10 am to 1 pmYou can collect reservations starting from Monday 2 March at Kew Court House.You can also visit our other libraries at Ashburton, Balwyn, Camberwell, Greythorn and Hawthorn. Library members can access our free online library services anytime, including eBooks, audiobooks, online newspapers and magazines, and streaming movies and TV shows. Find more details at our Libraries page.Getting to Kew Court HouseStreet parking is available on High Street and Cotham Road, Kew along with options in the car parks at Leo’s and Woolworths supermarkets. The Route 48 tram (North Balwyn–Victoria Harbour Docklands) stops out the front of Kew Court House.Refreshing our book collectionWhen we reopen in 2027, you’ll find an up-to-date collection that reflects what our community enjoys most, with spaces created for programming, study and remote working.Kew Library Master PlanWe're developing a long-term master plan to help guide the future of Kew Library and deliver on what’s important to our community.The master plan will guide the creation of a modern library that connects with the surrounding precinct, parkland and streetscape, making it a destination point for the community.We’re working with an architect to develop a draft master plan and will share this with the community for feedback in mid-2026.More informationTo receive updates about this project and future consultation about the master plan, visit our Kew Library upgrade page and select the ‘+ Follow’ button.Contact our Libraries team on 9278 4444 or [email protected].
