Northern Beaches Council has approved almost $125,000 ($124,722) in funding for local community libraries for the 2023/24 financial year.
Mayor Sue Heins said Council was proud to support the essential service which libraries provide to the community.
“Community libraries have many uses beyond a library and they are great facilities for our community on the northern beaches.
“Community libraries not only provide library services but also create opportunities for volunteers which enable community members to connect with one another, boosting social inclusion and resilience.”
Council’s funding provides for the delivery of baseline public library services and is critical to the ongoing management of community library operations.
Council has a long history of providing an annual subsidy to the community libraries of Avalon, Terrey Hills, Balgowlah Seaforth, and the Booklovers’ Club Northern Beaches Inc.
The Avalon Community Library will soon celebrate 40 years of service.
“40 years is an incredible achievement. The efforts of our committed team of volunteers is admirable,” Mayor Heins said.
Community libraries’ services include:
- Engaging library collections
- Access to comfortable spaces and places for educational and recreational purposes
- Access to Wi-Fi and public computers
- Delivery of events and programs such as story time and local author talks
- Opportunities for community volunteering
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