These alterations will develop and enhance existing facilities into collaborative spaces to be shared with staff working in the new archival building and expand some existing commercial facilities. This work is expected to be completed by the end of 2028.

CID is responsible for the National Library’s Critical Works project, particularly managing design, procurement and early contractor engagement. This project is being delivered under a cost-recovery model, with CID acting as principal to all contracts.

During the 2024/25 financial year, CID completed the enabling structure for a new two-level link bridge connecting the National Library to the new archival building. This seismically complex structure was delivered on time and with no disruption to the Library’s collections. It will support the safe and efficient movement of people and taonga between the two facilities.