Sydney's library infrastructure faces a transformative shift as Willoughby City Council considers extending Chatswood Library's operating hours to 24/7 service. Currently, only three libraries across the city maintain round-the-clock access, leaving many residents without adequate after-hours resources. Growing community demand signals an emerging need for continuous library services that accommodate diverse work schedules, student populations, and vulnerable groups seeking safe public spaces beyond traditional business hours.

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