The Victorian Government has announced $12.7 million in spending for the state’s local libraries.

 

Outlined in the state’s 2012-13 budget, the spending also includes $3.1 million per year for the delivery of key library services.

 

"In addition to the traditional book lending services our public libraries now offer connection to the internet, the ability to borrow DVDs and CDs, support for book clubs, events for seniors and programs aimed at school-age children,” State Local Government Minister Jeanette Powell said.

 

"The Victorian Government is currently undertaking a comprehensive review of Victorian library services and funding arrangements, being led by the Ministerial Advisory Council on Public Libraries, a bipartisan committee which includes a representative from the Opposition.

 

"This budget delivers for the more than half of the Victorian population who are currently library members and the many more who will become members in the future," Mrs Powell said.