Central Coast Council has received a $935,000 grant from the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund to build a new community hall at Norah Head, with preliminary plans now available to view and open for community consultation.
Plans to build a new multi-use hall were outlined in the Masterplan for Norah Head Village 2017, followed by extensive community consultation in 2019.
The Masterplan proposed to relocate the existing amenities building and provide services for community events.
Council’s Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith, said local voices have played an integral role in shaping the plans to ensure the new community facilities benefit and enhance Norah Head and its wider area.
“Council is delighted to be progressing in its delivery of a fantastic new fit for purpose community facility to the Norah Head community,” Smith said.
“We believe the community’s voice is central to the development of new infrastructure and have been looking forward to offering locals the opportunity to have their say on the draft plans and help shape the future of the Norah Head community hall.
“Whether it be local community members or those who grew up holidaying at Norah Head, we’ve seen individuals, businesses and wider groups come together to advocate for new amenities in the area”.
Smith said Council’s preliminary plans include a stunning large multifunctional hall, modern kitchen, accessible toilets, storage and relocated play equipment
“We encourage all those touched by this community facility to submit your feedback online or in-person at Council’s upcoming Information Session and positively contribute to the future of the Norah Head community,” she said.
The preliminary plans are open for consultation until September 11.
Administrator, Rik Hart, said Council is committed to delivering on infrastructure that supports the historic character and identity of Norah Head.
“We encourage all those interested to get involved during this consultation period and help shape the future of the Norah Head community,” he said.
There will be a free Information session at Soldiers Beach Surf Club at 6.30pm on Monday, August 22 with limited spaces.
Individuals interested in attending the information session should register their attendance by following the prompts on Council’s What’s On page, to avoid disappointment on the day.
Preliminary drawings and more details are available through the detailed FAQ’s on the Your Voice Our Coast website.
The construction of the new hall is one of several projects included in Council’s Delivery Program 2022-23 to 2024-25 which will deliver new infrastructure and upgraded facilities in Norah Head.
Other projects include the renewal of beach access to Jenny Dixon Beach and Soldiers Beach following impacts from coastal erosion, renovation to cabins at the Norah Head Holiday Park, a fit-out of the Soldiers Beach Kiosk and sewer main upgrades at Bungary Rd.
Source:
Media release, Aug 16
Central Coast Council