Penshurst Library 50th Anniversary

Hansard ID: HANSARD-1323879322-127784

Hansard session: Fifty-Seventh Parliament, First Session (57-1)

Penshurst Library 50th Anniversary

Mr MARK COURE (OatleyMinister for Multiculturalism, and Minister for Seniors)

——Speaker, I rise to acknowledge the Penshurst Library, which recently celebrated its 50th Anniversary. Seeing more than 10 million book loans over the last 50 years, the Penshurst Library has become an important, local institution for all within the community. Opening in 1972 with a collection of 7000 books, community demand for the service has continued to grow over the years. Penshurst Library received a total overhaul in 2012 which saw a complete refresh and modernisation of the space. It is now one of the sleekest libraries in the local area. The library provides fantastic support for both young children and the elderly, encouraging them to get involved in activities that are specifically designed and tailor-made to enhance skills. These activities are all organised by the wonderful staff, who have demonstrated continual dedication to Penshurst Library and of-course, their local community. I would like to personally thank each one of them for the fantastic work they do. I hope that this treasured local institution serves the community for another 50 years and longer!