Now that the site of the former Nissen Hut at Ourimbah has been returned to public hands by the Newcastle University, community is being sought for the future use of 1A Jaques St.
Following the demolition of the heritage hut earlier this year, the site was transferred back to Central Coast Council in August this year.
The 1,050sqm rectangular block had been owned by the university since 1994, having been used for teaching for more than a decade.
Following the transfer of the land, Council said any future use of the site would be identified in conjunction with community consultation.
Acting Director Environment and Planning Luke Sulkowski said following an initial community meeting, the wider community could now provide their input and suggestions as to what uses the site might include.
“We invited the Member for The Entrance David Mehan, the Ourimbah Region Residents Association (ORRA) and residents and businesses in the immediate vicinity to the site to provide their input, which has already provided some excellent ideas as to the future of the site,” he said.
“We have now opened up consultation to the wider community via online feedback, as well as a further in-person consultation meeting at a later date.”
Council Administrator Rik Hart said he was aware of the land’s importance to the community.
“The overarching Ourimbah Area Strategy and Centre Masterplan was adopted by Council in March 2022,” he said.
“Following consultation on the future use of 1A Jaques St, the Master Plan will be updated to include the vision for this site.”
To find our how you can provide input and feedback go to https://www.yourvoiceourcoast.com/jaques
Source:
Central Coast Council