Tuesday 2 December, 2025
Library closures All libraries, including our mobile libraries, will close at 5pm on 24 December (except Highton Library will close at 1pm on 24 December). Most library locations will reopen on Friday 2 January. Lara Library will reopen on Monday 5 January and Barwon Heads Libraries will reopen on Tuesday 6 January.
All returns chutes will be closed during this period, so please hold onto your library items — there are no fines.
Geelong Heritage Centre closure Kim barne thaliyu / Geelong Heritage Centre will close at 4pm on 24 December. Limited online-only support will be available from 13 January, with full services and Research Room access resuming on 27 January.
During the closure Remember to stock up before the break. You can still explore our eCollections anytime via our catalogue - available to members 24/7. Not a member yet? Use the festive downtime to sign up.
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We’re inviting community organisations to partner with Geelong Regional Libraries to present a major event for adult audiences in our 2027 program.
Families can explore trusted neurodiversity resources through new library partnership with Flying Start Children's Therapy.
The Geelong Regional Library Corporation's Annual Report 2025/26 is now available to view online.
The Newtown community is celebrating a major milestone, with the newly redeveloped Chilwell Library now open in Sladen Park on Wadawurrung Country.
Please be advised that all our libraries will be closed for the upcoming AFL grand final public holiday on Friday 25 September.
Enter our free draw to win a family pass to Geelong Arts Centre amazing Wonder Festival happening this September.
