In the best interest of the safety, health and wellbeing of the Hobsons Bay community and Council staff in the midst of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Council has made the decision to close all Hobsons Bay Library branches for 30 days (until 16 April 2020) and cancel all Council delivered public events and community consultations for the next 60 days (until 16 May), or until further notice.
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Information about Council's response to Coronavirus and the effect on services can be found here.
Hobsons Bay Libraries deliver a wide range of services through five branches, and the library website to provide an open, welcoming environment for everyone to access, enjoy and discover.
Altona Library 123 Queen Street Altona 3012
Altona Meadows Library and Learning Centre Central Square Shopping Centre 2 Newham Way Altona Meadows 3028
Corner Millers and McArthurs Roads Altona North 3025
13 Mason Street Newport 3015
Williamstown Library 104 Ferguson Street Williamstown 3016
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Telephone 1300 HOB LIB (1300 462 542)
In Person Visit any of our library branches.
Bring along some ID with proof of your residential address to any Hobsons Bay Libraries branch and we will get you started with your library membership. You can also join online.
Library membership has a range of benefits, catering to you at any life stage. Your membership provides access to:
Libraries offer an outstanding range of programs and events all year round, all at no charge. What's on listing
Regular programs for children and young people
Baby Bounce, Wriggle and Read, and Storytime
Monthly Minecraft Meets
Rookies Chess Club
Regular programs for all ages
Let's Talk Books
Heritage Group
English Conversation Class
Novel Saturdays
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