The Mernda Library has opened its new doors from Monday to Saturday.
Located at the Mernda Town Centre, close to the train station, people will now be able to take a trip to the library with their regular errands such as grocery shopping.
The purpose-built space contains a range of books and other resources, including public computers, free wi-fi, seated areas for reading, study or work and a self-checkout.
The library’s services also feature a ‘click and collect’ service where members can order items from the library’s catalogue either online or in person and arrange to pick up from the library.
Delivered by City of Whittlesea’s partner Yarra Plenty Regional Library Corporation, the library will join a network that includes libraries at Lalor, Mill Park, Thomastown, and Whittlesea.
Additionally, residents are served by a library hub at Galada Community Centre in Epping and a soon-to-open library hub in the Kirrip Community Centre in Wollert.
City of Whittlesea chair administrator Lydia Wilson said libraries had developed over the years to become more than places to borrow books.
“Libraries provide a range of educational, recreational and social services that have benefits for residents of all ages and backgrounds,” she said.
“We’ve seen significant demand for library services in the City of Whittlesea and Mernda Library reflects our commitment to meeting the needs of residents of all ages and cultural backgrounds, today and into the future.”
Last year council reviewed its library services to make sure it could meet the demands of the growing community.
The number of visits to libraries in the City of Whittlesea is expected to grow from 489,000 in 2022-23 to 550,000 in 2023-24.
The Mernda Library is located at Shop MM3, 16/180 Riverdale Boulevard, Mernda.
For more information about the Mernda Library or to become a member, visit www.yprl.vic.gov.au.
