Australia: State Library Victoria Reopens After Five-Year, $88 Million Redevelopment
Note: $88 Million Australia = approx. $60.18 Million/USD.
From News.com.au:
Victoria’s State Library has reopened its doors following a five-year, $88 million redevelopment.
The 163-year-old landmark opens on Thursday with 40 per cent more public space, 70 per cent more seating and restored heritage spaces including its original reading room, Queen’s Hall.
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Creative Industries Minister Martin Foley said the library is one of the most-visited in the world, welcoming two million people a year.
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