Construction works on Wallumbilla's new community precinct has officially begun with Assistant Minister for Regional Development Anthony Chisholm joining Maranoa Regional Council representatives to turn the first sod on the new $4.85 million facility (in south-west Queensland).
The precinct upgrade will feature a new community centre, library, visitor information centre and professional service spaces.
The project will also include upgrades to the area that surrounds the heritage listed Calico Cottage, with new parklands and open space set to feature.
The Calico Cottage Heritage Complex has stood since 1956 and provides visitors to Wallumbilla with insight into the history of the local community.
The upgrades will also enable the council to better support volunteers at Wallumbilla Heritage Association, with the upgraded precinct set to provide more space to expand the Wallumbilla Historical Museum which is housed within the cottage.
The Australian Government partnered with the Maranoa Regional Council through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program to provide $2.6 million toward the project. Additional funding was also provided by Origin Energy.
The LRCI Program supports councils to deliver priority local road and community infrastructure projects in their region, creating jobs and long-lasting benefits for communities.
