Update on hail repairs

27 Jun 2023

Chifley Library 

  • Works on the Chifley Library roof are nearing completion. 
  • On 26 June the scaffolding will begin to come down to the spandrel level, and the spandrel panels will be reinstalled once scaffold tie-ins are removed on 28 June.
  • The scaffolding will be completely removed by approximately 12 July. 
  • Mastic removal around windows is almost completed. 
  • On 1 July, Level 4 will be closed from 5am to 10am due to a required power shutdown. During this time there will be no internet access or printing in Chifley Library. We will keep you updated on the timing of this outage, and notices/signs will be distributed. 
  • Soffit balcony cladding on north-west elevation will be replaced the week of 10 July.This will be done on elevated work platforms (EWPs), with exclusion zones in place on Joplin Lane.  
  • Final clean of the compound and site is booked for 15 July. 

Law Library 

  • Scaffolding around the College of Law building is set to commence in late July.
  • Roof repairsimpacting the Law Library portion of the building are expected tocommence in late 2023. 
  • Work on internal repairs will start by 18 July.
  • The copper work on Law buildings has been completed.
  • A suspicious substance has been found inside the roof and is being tested. This may cause a delay if work plans need to be updated accordingly.
  • We will keep you updated as this project progresses.

Menzies Library 

  • Scaffold installation and site establishment will start around Monday 3 July.
  • All access and egress points will remain accessible during this time. 
  • We will keep you updated as this project progresses. 

Art & Music Library

  • Scaffold installation and site establishment will start around Monday 3 July.
  • All access and egress points will remain accessible during this time.
  • We will keep you updated as this project progresses.

 

Visit the hail repair updates webpage for more information about upcoming works.

Pleaseget in touch with Library staffif you have any questions or concerns.