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Little River Mechanics Institute and Free Library

Corner of Flinders Street and Rothwell Road, Little River, Victoria, 3211

The Mechanics Institute opened in 1910 and continues to provide education, recreation and a focal point for community activities and events for Little River and the surrounding districts.

The heritage library includes some of the original books from 1910, a growing collection of local and rural Australian history including Aboriginal history, and a range of fiction for all ages.

The large country hall with traditional stage and polished wood dance floor and the well equipped supper room are available for hire. The hall seats up to 100 people at tables and up to 160 for meetings or lectures and is also used for art exhibitions and displays. The supper room seats 30 in comfort or can be used for buffet service.

The Mechanics Institute is managed by an independent committee for the benefit of both the City of Greater Geelong and City of Wyndham residents of the Little River district.

Content: Little River Mechanics Institute
Facilities:
  • Car park
  • Coach parking
  • Conference/convention facilities
  • Non smoking establishment
  • Picnic area
  • Public telephone
  • Public toilet
Accessibility:
  • Actively welcomes people with access needs
  • Suitable for guests who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour
  • Suitable for guests with sufficient mobility to climb two or three steps, but would benefit from fixtures and fittings to aid balance
  • Suitable for guests who depend on the use of a wheelchair in a seated position at all times
Corner of Flinders Street and Rothwell Road, Little River, Victoria, 3211

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