Geelong Library looking for input

The Geelong Regional Library Corporation, the group who provide Golden Plains mobile library are inviting the community to share their ideas to help guide the development of its 2021-25 Plan.

As the plan is current being developed, GRLC is seeking input from the wider community on what they would like improved, with an iPad and gift card prizes on offer for those who complete a survey.

Chair of the GRLC Cr Ron Nelson said they want to find out how Geelong Regional Libraries, as one of the best library services in Victoria, can improve.

“People from the various communities we serve are well placed to tell us that,” he said.

“Public libraries are vital public services and we want to know what people would like to see from their library service, to ensure they get the most out of it over the next four years.

“The Library Plan will be our roadmap towards more engaged readers, more curiosity sated, more community connection and more people using the huge range of services local libraries offer.”

Chief Executive Officer of the GRLC Patti Manolis OAM said the new Library Plan needs to reflect the communities it serves.

“We really want to hear from as many people as possible, whether they are library members or not, because ultimately, we are here for the benefit of our communities,” she said.

The survey will be open until Friday 16 March at grlc.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay with face-to-face community consultation also set to take place throughout the next couple of months.