$544,214 investment in macedon ranges & hepburn libraries is one for the books

The Macedon Ranges and Hepburn Shire Councils will receive a valuable investment in the future of their local libraries, thanks to the Andrews Labor Government’s Public Libraries Funding Program.

$374,125 is being invested into Macedon Ranges Shire public libraries.

$170,089 is being invested in Hepburn Shire public libraries.

As Victorians continue to feel the impacts of the pandemic, libraries across Macedon have demonstrated innovation and dedication to their communities.

The Public Libraries Funding Program provides annual funding for public libraries across Victoria so that they can provide valuable library services. This funding will expand library collections, boost online services and provide library and outreach programs.

The Public Libraries Funding Program has been allocated $48.1 million in funding for the 2022-2023 financial year.

Since 2015, the Labor Government has invested more than $354 million through the Public Libraries Funding Program.

Local libraries are much-loved community facilities in Victoria. Across the state, more than two million library members borrow more than 31 million items from libraries every year.

For information on the Public Libraries Funding Program, visit www.localgovernment.vic.gov.au.

Quotes attributable to Member for Macedon, Mary-Anne Thomas
"It’s great to see the Government continuing to support both the Hepburn and Macedon Ranges Shire Councils to deliver high-quality resources for our community through the Public Libraries Funding Program."

"As our community grows, so do their needs. This funding will provide the Hepburn and Macedon Ranges communities to have improved access to digital technology and resources, literacy support services, traditional collections, event spaces and workstations."

Quotes attributable to Minister for Local Government Melissa Horne
"We’re supporting learning and education, and this funding will ensure that libraries can continue to provide accessible and engaging resources to communities across Victoria through the Public Library Funding Program."