Who’s Got the Chippies? is a three-piece sculptural installation by Victorian artist David Doyle, a regular exhibitor at the Sculptures at Killalea exhibition. The fun artwork consists of six simplified seagull forms, arranged in a grouping which is typical of the birds. The artwork installed in the courtyard area, encourages interaction and prompts a joyful response from library visitors.

This project is one of the opportunities that was identified in the Library and Museum Strategy 2024. The Strategy established the guiding framework for developing the future of our Libraries, including Warilla Library.

Construction of the new Warilla Library is now complete with the furniture arriving over the next few weeks. Library staff are busily preparing for the move into the new space!

The new library, located within Keith Fletcher Park (behind Warilla Grove Shopping Centre), is a modern, flexible, and welcoming space. The new branch library for the city, replaces the existing Warilla Library located on Lake Entrance Road.

It has over 900m2 of indoor and outdoor space, comfortable seating, a technology hub including free Wi-Fi and computer access, meeting and study rooms, dedicated children space and good accessibility.

The building’s scale, roofline and the use of a range of natural materials combined with large amounts of glazing provides openness and transparency both externally and internally.

The development of this new facility was identified in the Libraries and Museum Strategy 2024.

The design for the Library was developed around a clear vision for services and facilities that meet community needs and expectations.

A community living room - a relaxing and modern space with a coastal vibe. The space will provide a comfortable and safe place for people to come together.

Flexible and inclusive - the building has different zones for different uses including dedicated areas for children, young people and adults including quiet study and meeting rooms. The moveable furniture and shelving enable the space to change the look and feel from time to time and also open areas to support programs and activities.

The building has two recharge points, providing designated areas for people to safely recharge their electric mobility scooter or wheelchair battery, free of charge.

Reflects place - community feedback was important to help ensure the new library supports the needs of the existing community and new residents while telling a story of the local area and its history.

The new building will provide a link to nearby shopping centre, park and residential area.

Entertaining and educational - equipped with free Wi-Fi hotspots and charging points. Seperate meeting space for makers and creators. Digital services are available 24/7 to download magazines, music and books. The new library will provide a range of programs and activities to meet all needs.

The new library is located on the corner of Woolworths Ave and Commerce Drive within Keith Fletcher Park.

Extensive community consultation was undertaken to develop a community vision for the library.

Drawing inspiration from the community vision the architects Brewster Hjorth have designed a open building that takes advantage of the park and street views.

The coastal style centres itself around bringing the outside in, this has been achieved by wrapping the building around the internal courtyard. The building is flooded with natural light from the floor to ceiling windows, natural ventilation and high ceilings throughout the space.

The interior design will have a sophisticated palette inspired by the water, sand, shells and local vegetation. Moveable shelving and furniture will create a flexible space that can change to suit the needs of the library.

Community Art will feature throughout the building.