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Tour of Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library

A Geelong Design Week event
2026-10-06 14:00:00 2026-10-06 15:00:00 Australia/Melbourne Tour of Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library Why do we look like a block of swiss cheese and what is the meaning behind the name? Discover the magic of our new library with this one hour tour. Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library -

Tuesday, October 06
2:00pm - 3:00pm

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Why do we look like a block of swiss cheese and what is the meaning behind the name? Discover the magic of our new library with this one hour tour.

Come and join us on a guided tour of Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library!

This tour will talk about the unique design aspects, cultural elements as well as community programming and social activation for a new community.

Learn about it's beautiful architecture and design, explore the building, discover our community programs and gain access to the locked areas (including a glimpse into the returns room if we're lucky!).

Check out the multiple community spaces: from the terrace areas, Media Room, Games Room, Quiet Study area, Creative and Maker spaces, bookable rooms to the many open spaces available for work, study or leisure.

Discover new technologies, games and our extensive collection of resources.

Bookings recommended. Tours generally take one hour depending on the size and mobility of the group. 

If this time doesn't suit and you are a group wanting a private tour for your group (minimum of 5), please contact us by calling 4201 0672 or emailing armstrongcreek@grlc.vic.gov.au

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Biyal-a Armstrong Creek Library
Phone: (03) 4201 0672
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Mon, Aug 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Sep 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Sep 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Sep 03 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Sep 05 10:00AM to 1:00PM
Sun, Sep 06 2:00PM to 4:30PM
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