To deliver improved personalised and inclusive services and ensure the meeting Work Health and Safety standards for employees continues, Toukley Library will be getting a small refurbishment.

In order for the works to take place, Toukley Library will be temporarily closed from Monday 3 June until Sunday 16 June, inclusive.

Council Acting Unit Manager Libraries, Beth Burgess said a key component of the upgrades will be a new, dual height, service counter that will enable Council to deliver a more inclusive customer experience for all visitors to the library to access its services.

“The installation of this new dual service counter delivers on our Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) to remove barriers to access and make our facilities and services inclusive for the whole community,” Mrs Burgess said.

“Other works to be completed include refurbishments to the office space to improve ergonomic design as well as ensure continual adherence to Work Health Safety standards and practices.

“During this time the returns chute will also be closed, though to help reduce the impact on customers no items borrowed from Toukley Library will fall due during the works.”

The closest branches for those wishing to borrow or return items during this time are:

• Lake Haven Library: Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm | Sat 9am-3pm | Sun 10am-2pm
• The Entrance Library: Mon-Fri 9.30am-4.30pm | Sat 9am-12pm

apologise for any inconvenience caused and thank the community for their understanding and patience while we carry out these important upgrades,” Mrs Burgess added.

"As always our extensive range of free online resources and services, including eBooks, eAudiobooks, homework help, music streaming and more will continue to be available anywhere, anytime.”

Mayor Jane Smith said this was a prime example of how Council was creating more flexible facilities to meet the needs and expectations of all residents.

“Our libraries are leading the way in fostering healthy lifestyles for our growing community,” Mayor Smith said.

To access online services, become a member or sign up to the Library e-news to keep up to date with works visit centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/libraries

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