Providing meaningful, immersive experiences that connect people to the rich agricultural history of the Darling Downs.
That's the vision Toowoomba Regional Council (TRC) has for the Jondaryan Woolshed with TRC Environment and Community Committee Chair Cr James O'Shea reinforcing Council's commitment to the venue.
"We want this to be a place for community and cultural connection," he said.
"We've appointed a new Facilities Manager for the venue and Councillors will soon take part in a site visit to get a better understanding of the work that is required.
"While we would love to have the venue back open as soon as possible, safety is our top priority and the temporary closure of the complex will help Council to ensure the site is safe for the public.
"A building and safety assessment has been completed and Council is developing options for the best operating model and strategic future of the tourism complex.
"A preferred option for the scope, program and costs of any works required will also be developed.
"Our focus is firmly on restoring the former glory of this site and to do this, Council will work with the Jondaryan Woolshed volunteers, the Jondaryan community and other stakeholders to help preserve the much-loved historical attraction.
"While we do this, the facility will remain closed to the public and for new event/function bookings however, access will be made available for volunteers.
"As building safety issues are addressed we intend to undertake a staged re-opening for community access and this will be communicated to the public."
Council is expected to receive a report in the first quarter of 2022 to understand the work required to re-open the site safely, along with methods of operation to consider.
