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flag State Library Victoria scrapped staff cuts after public outcry, opting for public consultation instead.

flag State Library Victoria has abandoned its November 2025 plan to cut staff from 21 to 10, including reference librarians and IT personnel, after widespread backlash from over 280 public figures, unions, and the public. flag The proposed restructuring, aimed at addressing rising visitor demand and shifting to digital services, sparked concern over diminished core services and the outsourcing of key roles. flag In response, the library reversed course, citing unintended concerns and committing to revise its approach through public consultation. flag A planned protest rally was canceled. flag The library, one of the world’s busiest, serves about three million visitors annually.

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