Connected Libraries (CL) and Casey Council have launched the Cranbourne West Library Lounge featured with purpose-built lockers at Cranbourne West Community Hub on Monday 22 January.
CL members can borrow, return, and renew items at the new lounge. Free Wi-Fi and public computers are available for use. Storytimes and regular programs will operate from the lounge.
CL chief executive officer Beth Luppino said the library was thrilled to offer a service for the ever-growing Cranbourne West and surrounding community.
New library lockers are located outside at the rear entrance of the building. Libraries members can collect holds and return items at the lockers anytime. These lockers are also available at Orana Community Place and Manna Gum Family and Community Centre in Clyde North.
Ms Luppino said library lockers were easy to use.
Members can place holds on the CL App or catalogue.
They can select a locker pick-up location and when their item is available at the locker, they will be notified via email to collect the item at a time convenient to them.
Members will also be able to return items using the lockers.
City of Casey chair of administrators Noelene Duff said the launch of 24/7 library lockers at various hubs across Casey was a fantastic new way for busy community members to have convenient, round-the-clock access to library borrowing and return services.
“On behalf of Council, we’re proud to support CL as they continue to adapt and expand their services to support the community’s needs,” she said.
The Library Lounge will be open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday and will be staffed a few hours each day.
Library lockers are available 24/7.
