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Extended hours at Torquay Library during heatwave
31 Jan 2025
In collaboration with Surf Coast Shire Council, we are extending the opening hours for Torquay Library during the forecast heatwave conditions from Sunday to Tuesday.
Torquay Library temporarily closed due to storm damage
28 Nov 2024
Due to repairs to storm damage, Torquay Library is temporarily closed today Thursday 28 November
Torquay Library to Undergo Refurbishment
22 Sep 2018
Torquay Library will be closed for refurbishment from Monday 8 October reopening Saturday 13 October. During that period, library holds will be relocated to the Waurn Ponds Library.
