Currently, all of our libraries and mobile libraries are required by the Government to capture the contact details of each person that enters a library branch - in the same way as restaurants and cafes. So we can keep a record of who has visited libraries, you will be asked to present your GRLC library card AND photo ID (showing your residential address) to the concierge when you enter a branch. If you don't have a GRLC library card, you will need to present photo ID which shows your residential address.
In line with the Victorian Government's current Stay at Home Directions for the Metropolitan Melbourne and the Mitchell Shire areas, we are required to refuse entry to a library to any person whose principal place of residence is in these areas. We appreciate your cooperation in this matter. For more information, see the Department of Health & Human Services website.
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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.
The Warm Winter Read is a state-wide challenge that aims to help encourage everyone to slow down and get reading! And yes—you can win great prizes!
All libraries are closed on Monday 8 June for the King's Birthday public holiday.
At its Board meeting held on Thursday 30 April 2026, the Geelong Regional Library Corporation (GRLC) resolved to place the Draft Budget 2026-27 and Strategic Resource Plan 2027-30 on public exhibition in preparation for adoption on Thursday 25 June 2026.
