Ngutungka Henley – a place for community
Ngutungka Henley will become a new community destination, with concept designs now finalised. Ngutungka is Kaurna for ‘Place of Knowledge’, and this building follows the completion of Ngutungka West Lakes earlier this year.
The new build will be located on the existing library site at 378 Seaview Road, Henley Beach and will combine the library and the community centre. The build also incorporates the heritage-listed Henley Town Hall.
Ngutungka Henley is the result of extensive consultation with our community and work with our architects, JPE Architects.
The new hub is more than a library or community centre, like our vision shares, it’s a place to connect with one another, to be inspired and a place to just be.
Henley Beach Library has closed from 4pm Sunday 29 October in preparation for the commencement of building works.
Ngutungka Henley will be a place for all the library facilities you are familiar with, whether that be the book and digital collection, computers and internet or a cosy place to sit and read a magazine or newspaper. There will be dedicated kid’s area and young adults’ collection and spaces to expand into, a home for story time, author talks and other programs and events.
There will be multiple activity spaces for regular activities such as fitness groups, cooking and light meals, art workshops and social activities. These areas will also be available to be booked by the community.
Across the whole building, there will be multiple spaces to sit, relax, meet up, read or study including an outdoor under cover area.
Ngutungka Henley follows the completion of Ngutungka West Lakes in 2022, creating a much-loved space for our community.
Project Timeline
| October 2022 - January 2023 | Detailed Design |
| Early - Mid 2023 | Procurement |
| Sunday 29 October, 2023 | Henley Library Closes |
| November/December 2023 | Construction Commencement |
| Late 2024 | Facility Opening |
View the site floor plan.
To read more about the project and past consultations, visit Your Say Charles Sturt.
Frequently Asked Questions
We look forward to sharing news about the appointed builder shortly.
Henley Library will be closed from 4pm Sunday 29 October, 2023. Construction will begin in November/December 2023, with completion planned for late 2024.
The collection will be dispersed to our other library branches. During the closure, please visit Ngutungka West Lakes, Findon, Hindmarsh or Civic Library (Woodville) to borrow, use a service or attend a program or activity.
https://www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au/community/library/our-libraries
Due to the closure, your holds will need to be diverted and collected from an alternative library branch. You can change the pick-up location of your holds through the Libraries SA app, the catalogue, visit your library or call us on 8408 1333.
The Henley Library returns chute will remain open during the works so you can return your items here or at any one of our other branches.
Programs will be held at our other library sites during the closure. Storytime will be held on Wednesdays at Henley & Grange Community Centre. To find a program or event visit our events page.
A new car park will be constructed on Military Road along the front portion of the Henley depot site which is located across the road from Ngutungka. In addition, parking time limits in the car park are being considered to ensure car parks are available for people coming to use the facility.
Yes, the RSL will still be open during the construction. Check their social media or website for trading hours.
The Centre will continue to operate until the completion of Ngutungka Henley. Some activities, like Babytime and Storytime, will be held at the centre during the library closure.
Keep your eye on our website and socials for project milestones and updates.
- Facebook @CityofCharlesSturt or @CharlesSturtLibraries
- Instagram @CharlesSturtSA
Project Progress
You can view progress at the project site below. Images are updated approximately every 30 minutes during business hours.
