CityLibraries Thuringowa Relocation
CityLibraries Thuringowa is moving!
Following extensive consultation with the community on the activity, services and functions they wanted to see in their local Library, Townsville City Council has designed and is constructing a new fit-for-purpose community-designed space at Riverway.
The existing CityLibraries Thuringowa service, which is currently in leased premises, has its lease expire in December 2022. As planned, CityLibraries Thuringowa service will relocate to the new CityLibraries Riverway, which is expected to open to the public in early 2023. This transition will provide a long-term home for the service as well as deliver a financially sustainable outcome for the decades ahead.
The relocation plan for CityLibraries Thuringowa will see the service close on Sunday 27 November 2022 at 1pm.
During the transition process, the community will have access to library items from the Mobile Library, which will be located outside the Riverway stadium on the concrete near gate 2 every Friday (am – 5pm), Saturday (9am – 3pm) and Sunday (9am – 1pm) from Friday 2 December 2022.
Townsville’s other CityLibraries branches in Aitkenvale and Flinders Street will be open throughout this transition period offering extended onsite services and programs. Aitkenvale Library will be extending opening hours from Monday 7 November 2022 until Friday 28 April 2023.
Find below a full list of frequently asked questions and resources, or download the FAQs now.
The relocation process
Why is CityLibraries Thuringowa moving?
The existing CityLibraries Thuringowa service, which is currently in leased premises, has its lease expire in December 2022. As planned, CityLibraries Thuringowa service will relocate to the new CityLibraries Riverway. This modern and innovative community space has been designed following extensive consultation with the community on the sorts of activity, services and functions they wanted to see in their local library.
This transition will provide a long-term home for the service as well as deliver a financially sustainable outcome for the decades ahead.
When will CityLibraries Thuringowa close?
The relocation plan for CityLibraries Thuringowa will see the service close on Sunday 27 November 2022 at 1pm.
When will CityLibraries Riverway open?
The new CityLibraries Riverway service is expected to open in early 2023. Keep an eye on the project page for updates.
Branches, services and programs
How can I access library services during the relocation?
The community will have access to library items from the Mobile Library, which will be located at the Riverway Precinct every Friday, Saturday and Sunday from Friday 2 December 2022. You can find us at Gate 1, Riverway Stadium.
See below opening hours:
Mobile Library Riverway Pop-up
Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 9am to 3pm
Sunday: 9am to 1pm
Townsville’s other CityLibraries branches in Aitkenvale and Flinders Street will be open throughout this transition period offering extended onsite services and programs. Aitkenvale Library will be extending opening hours from Monday 7 November 2022 until Friday 28 April 2023. See below opening hours:
CityLibraries Aitkenvale Extended Opening Hours:
Monday to Friday: 9am to 9pm
Saturday: 9am to 5pm
Sunday: 10am to 4pm
Where can I return my borrowed items?
All CityLibraries branches are connected, so you can return your loans to any of the library branches, including the Mobile Library pop-up at the Riverway Precinct.
I have reserved items. Where can I collect them?
After CityLibraries Thuringowa closes on 27 November 2022, reservations placed on or before this date will be available for pick up at our Aitkenvale branch. Reservations placed from 28 November 2022 can be collected from our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches or the Mobile Library pop-up at the Riverway Precinct.
Where can I find the Townsville City Council Customer Service Desk?
The Townsville City Council Customer Service Centre is located at 103 Walker Street. A pop-up Customer Service Point will be located at the Riverway Stadium Ticket Office, 9am-5pm Monday to Friday from Monday 28 November 2022.
Where can I collect my Book Club books?
Book Clubs will be contacted to confirm which pickup location they would prefer – CityLibraries Aitkenvale or Flinders Street. If you are unsure please check with your Book Club.
Where will the First Five Forever Program go?
First Five Forever activities will continue to be held at various locations including CityLibraries Aitkenvale and Townsville Stadium. All First Five Forever activities can be found on our What’s On website.
First Five Forever Kits are available at our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches and the Mobile Library pop-up at the Riverway Precinct.
Library Resources
| Resource | Location |
|---|---|
| Quiet spaces | The Raintree Zoom room at our Aitkenvale branch is available for quiet work. This room requires a booking in advance. To book, visit the Using Your Library page on Council’s website. |
| Computer Lab | Computers for public use will be available at our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches. |
| Study areas | There are places within our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches where quiet study can be done. |
| Lounges for relaxing | Comfortable lounges are available at Aitkenvale and Flinders Street Library. Come in, relax and enjoy the cool. |
| Community copier for sport and recreation groups | The community copier will be available at CityLibraries Aitkenvale. |
| Photocopying and scanning | Photocopying and scanning will be available at our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches. |
| Indoor and outdoor children’s play areas | Indoor: CityLibraries Aitkenvale and Flinders Street have a range of toys, puzzles and dress-ups that children can play with when in the library. Outdoor: There are over 300 parks and open spaces to explore in Townsville. Visit Council’s website for a list of popular parks and playgrounds. |
| Meeting rooms | Our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches have meeting rooms available for booking. To book, visit the Using Your Library page on Council’s website. |
| Community notice board | Our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches have notice boards for display of community-based information. |
| Daily newspapers | Paper copies of the daily newspapers will be available at CityLibraries Aitkenvale and Flinders Street. Online versions can be found on Newsbank, free with your library membership. |
| Back copies of Townsville Bulletin | Available via Newsbank with physical copies available at CityLibraries Flinders Street. |
| Xbox gaming | Available at CityLibraries Aitkenvale. |
| Pre-loved book collection | The pre-loved book collection will be available at all branches for a short time. However with a library membership, there are many free books that can be borrowed at all of our library branches, including the Mobile Library pop-up at the Riverway Precinct. |
| After hours returns | Our Aitkenvale and Flinders Street branches have after-hours return chutes available. |
| Tables for community groups | Tables for large group use will be available at CityLibraries Aitkenvale. |
