Due to recent flooding, some library hours and services are currently affected.
Please see the following confirmed details.
//SERVICE UPDATE - MONDAY 31 JANUARY//
Both Geelong West and Ocean Grove Library are open again and resume full services from today.
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A friendly reminder that all our libraries are closed for the Labour Day public holiday on Monday 9 March.
David Semmens will take on the role as Geelong Regional Libraries Acting CEO from 28 February 2026, until a permanent CEO has been appointed.
Late last year, Geelong Regional Libraries was thrilled to welcome Oshadha Perera as our Virtual Writer in Residence, as part of the Melbourne City of Literature’s UNESCO City of Literature network.
Geelong Regional Libraries CEO Vanessa Schernickau has resigned to undertake a PhD.
We’re excited to announce fresh catering options for Wurdi Youang, the dedicated events space on Level 5 of Geelong Library & Heritage Centre, ideal for hosting memorable gatherings.
Our libraries, mobile libraries and the Geelong Heritage Centre will have changed opening hours over the festive period.
