The construction contract for the new Gosford Regional Library has been awarded to local company North Construction & Building, with local sub-contractors to be employed, keeping money local and supporting regional employment.
The announcement was made by Central Coast council on August 21.
“The new Regional Library will be the first of its kind for the Central Coast and will offer an iconic building in the heart of the Gosford central business district, where the community can connect, create and collaborate,” Council Administrator Rik Hart said.
“To be designed over four spacious levels, it is a truly modern facility offering more than essential books and literacy.
“It also will be very much the heart of an active and connected community, with spaces for children, for study and focus, dedicated meeting rooms, function space, innovation areas for creative work and much more.
“This next step is a celebration of the continuing growth and development of Gosford, and ultimately the Central Coast, to be a first-class region for employment, education, health and tourism.”
The project is jointly funded with $7M from the Australian Government’s Community Development Grant Program and Council’s collection of developer contributions, special levies (collected by former Gosford City Council) and Council funds restricted to this project.
Hart said the project is still on track for completion by the end of 2024.
North Construction Managing Director Matthew Cook said the Regional Library is a significant project for the local Central Coast community and one the company is very excited to be delivering.
“We appreciate the long history of this project and the high level of community interest and expectation involved,” he said.
“Our Tuggerah-based team and local trade contractors are looking forward to getting started and bringing this impressive development to completion.”
Federal Member for Robertson Gordon Reid said the Australian Government was proud to help support the project.
“Construction of the new Gosford Regional Library is another piece in the puzzle in getting Gosford’s revitalisation underway,” he said.
“Libraries are important community centres and provide access to information, education, entertainment and so much more.
“I look forward to watching this project progress and the impact it will have strengthening Gosford’s CBD.”
For more information including frequently asked questions (FAQs), concept plans and all updates on the project visit https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/council/council-news/gosford-regional-library-project
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Central Coast Council