Melton City Council is excited to launch its new Mobile Library Van, expanding Council's library services directly into the community and making it easier for residents to access the joy of reading and learning.
The Mobile Library Van was officially launched on Monday 20 July at Bridge Road Children's and Community Centre in Strathtulloh, attended by the Victorian Minister for Local Government, Paul Hamer MP, State Member for Melton Steve McGhie, City of Melton Mayor Cr Lara Carli and councillors.
The Van complements and expands Council's existing library network, which includes the Melton Library and Learning Hub, Caroline Springs Library and Learning Hub, and Library Access Points in Aintree, Diggers Rest, Fraser Rise and Strathtulloh.
The new service will support the City of Melton's growing community by bringing free access to books, magazines, and digital resources to areas that currently have limited or no access to library services.
Council's friendly library staff will support residents accessing the Van to borrow items, explore resources and make the most of their library membership.
Residents can find the Mobile Library Van at major Council events across the City including the Djerriwarrh Festival, Lakeside Alive and the City of Melton Learning Festival, or by requesting a visit to community groups, playgroups, or aged care facilities via Council's website at City of Melton Library Van.
The project was made possible through funding support from the Victorian Government's 2023 Living Libraries Infrastructure Program.
Quote attributable to City of Melton Mayor Cr Lara Carli:
"As one of Australia's fastest-growing areas, we know that access to library services is important. This van will help us reach more people, support lifelong learning and create new opportunities for residents to connect with their community."
"Libraries are about so much more than books - they create opportunities to learn, discover and belong. This Mobile Library Van will help ensure those opportunities are available to more people across our City, bringing knowledge, inspiration and support directly to neighbourhoods."
"Thank you to the Victorian Government for supporting this initiative and helping us to provide residents with convenient access to valuable library resources closer to home."
