The local community is invited to attend a morning tea to mark the beginning of a new chapter for Ballarat’s libraries.

From July 1 2011, the City of Ballarat resumes responsibility for Ballarat's libraries following the City's withdrawal from the Central Highlands Regional Library Corporation.

 A new shared services model, now called Central Highlands Libraries, has been developed for the provision of library services across the region.

City of Ballarat Councillor for People and Communities Mark Harris said library users will still experience the same great service at each of the city’s libraries.

“Local residents will be able to use the library in the same way they’ve always done whether that’s borrowing books, using the computer facilities or reading the paper or a magazine.”

A morning tea is being held at each of the three libraries to allow the Ballarat community and regular library uses to celebrate this new chapter together.

The following times have been set for a community morning / afternoon tea and the City of Ballarat is encouraging people from the surrounding neighbourhoods to go along and enjoy a cup of tea, scones and our great range of library services.

• · Ballarat Library – Doveton Street - Friday 1 July at 10.30am
• · Wendouree Library - Stockland Wendouree – Friday 1 July at 10.30am
• · Sebastopol Library, Albert Street – Monday 4 July at 3pm