in 2015 the library embarked on a five-year, $88.1 million redevelopment project, vision 2020, to transform its public spaces, programs and facilities to better meet the changing needs of the community. on 29 april 2015 the minister for creative industries martin foley announced that the 2015–16 state budget would provide $55.4 million towards the redevelopment of state library victoria, including the restoration of the queen's hall, the creation of a rooftop garden terrace, a dedicated children's and youth space, and the opening up 40 percent more of the building to the public. in late 2017, the library's contribution of $27 million from donations was eventually raised. in september 2018, the main swanston street entrance is temporarily closed and replaced by the newly refurbished russell street and la trobe street entrances.