Construction of the Regional Library in Gosford is now well past the halfway mark following the recent completion of the third, and final, suspended floor slab.
Central Coast Mayor Lawrie McKinna was joined recently by Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid and North Construction & Building (North) Managing Director Matthew Cook to celebrate the milestone.
McKinna said completion of the structural phase provided a clear indication as to the size and statement of the building.
“Designed over four spacious levels, the Gosford Regional Library will be a truly modern and iconic facility in the heart of Gosford central business district, where borrowers, visitors and event attendees can connect, create and collaborate,” he said.
“Providing spaces for children, for study and focus, dedicated meeting rooms, function space and innovation areas for creative work, I have no doubt that it will become a popular community facility now and into the future.
“This significant library infrastructure project will contribute enormously to Gosford, and ultimately the Central Coast, becoming a first-class region for employment, education, health and tourism.”
The $32.7M 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 the project.
North Managing Director Matthew Cook said the company looked forward to transitioning from the concrete structure to the completion of the roof and facade in the first quarter of next year.
“With ongoing development around Gosford, we are proud to contribute to another important community project in the region,” he said.
Member for Robertson Dr Gordon Reid welcomed the progress.
“Libraries are so much more than books – they are places for the whole community to access; whether it be community organisations, high school students studying for the HSC, university students, or older people learning new skills, the new Gosford Regional Library will be a place for everyone,” he said.
“The Australian Government is investing in the future of Gosford City; this investment complements the new University of Newcastle Central Coast Campus also under construction in Gosford.
“I look forward to continuing to see this project progress and Gosford City grow.”
For more information including frequently asked questions (FAQs), concept plans and all updates on the project visit www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/council/council-news/gosford-regional-library-project
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