Work to repair the Chifley Library roof has commenced again for 2023. Regular updates will continue to be provided here for the duration of this project.  

Update on work

• Work has been progressing well, from very early in the morning to minimise disruption. The main metal section is now complete and the roof is watertight.
• Two additional loading bays have been installed.
• Plywood and waterproofing work is progressing well to the copper mansard roof section.

Upcoming work

• The painter has inspected the temporary parents room, which will be repainted soon.
• On Wednesday 8 March, a large 100 tonne crane will be onsite from early in the morning until approximately 8am. All relevant stakeholders have been notified.
• On Friday 10 March, a small city crane will be onsite at the end of Joplin Lane. All relevant stakeholders have been notified.

Access to Chifley Level 4

Level 4 of Chifley has been blocked off for safety purposes and will remain inaccessible throughout the construction period. If you require resources from Level 4, please submit a retrieval request. 

Thank you for your patience during this process.   

Please get in touch with Library staff if you have any questions or concerns.