Blacktown City Council has revealed the first of three exciting projects to transform Mount Druitt - a $26.8 million expansion of the Mount Druitt Library and Community Hub.
A new two-storey wing adjacent to the existing building will provide the following:
- a children's library and play area
- ·open-plan study spaces including reading areas
- 6 study rooms
- 4 group study rooms
- 10 meeting rooms
- 5 activity rooms
- multi-function rooms for large gatherings
Council is delivering the project, funded by the NSW Government's Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants (WSIG) program.
A major upgrade for Mount Druitt Swimming Centre and a First Nations Cultural Hub are other WSIG projects planned, meaning $86.9 million will be invested in the suburb. Details of these projects will be announced soon.
Blacktown City Mayor Brad Bunting - a proud Mount Druitt resident - said this was a once in a lifetime opportunity for the area.
"The Mount Druitt Library and Community Hub is just the beginning in a transformation that will change how people think about the town centre," he said.
"There is a growing community here crying out for new places to work, rest and play, and I am looking forward to providing for them."
Member for Mount Druitt Edmond Atalla was equally pleased.
"Mount Druitt is a worthy recipient of funding from the Minns Government to revitalise the Mount Druitt precinct," he said.
"This transformation marks a wonderful step forward for the community.
"It will create vibrant spaces and new opportunities for connection, growth and wellbeing."
Award-winning Lacoste and Stevenson Architects will ensure the expanded library and community hub connects seamlessly to the existing building.
The Mt Druitt Senior Citizens Welfare Association regularly uses the Hub for bowls, bingo and line dancing.
President Terry Hogan said the expansion would provide more opportunities for members.
"Our members use the Hub most days of the week and it's fantastic to learn that new facilities are on the way," he said.
"Having more activity and meeting rooms may allow us to offer more activities and better serve our growing seniors community."
The expanded library and community hub, the upgrade to the Mount Druitt Swimming Centre and First Nations Cultural Hub are all part of a masterplan for the town centre.
Council's masterplan improves pedestrian and vehicle access around the town centre while retaining its parkland atmosphere.
Construction of the expanded Mount Druitt Library and Community Hub is expected to begin in 2026. Completion is anticipated by late 2027.
Council is hosting community information sessions on Thursday, 6 March, to hear feedback at the following times:
- 9 am - 12 pm
- 5 pm - 7 pm
The information sessions will be held at the entrance to the library.
