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The Gympie Civic Centre, a key venue for local events and community gatherings, has faced several challenges that have delayed its renewal. Originally built in 1977, the Centre has hosted a wide range of activities, from performances and conferences to weddings and school formals.
Council received funding for the renewal of the Civic Centre, with the project facing several hold delays with the venue being used for other purposes:
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Civic Centre was used as a regional COVID Vaccination Hub.
Following the February 2022 flood disaster, the centre was converted to an Evacuation Centre, then utilised as a Community Recovery Hub.
After the emergency mould recovery work was completed in July 2023, it became clear that the building needed significant restoration and upgrades due to mould damage, age and changes in building standards over the years. The works include essential repairs as well as modernising the building to improve accessibility, fire safety, air-conditioning, acoustic performance, and audiovisual capabilities.
The process has been complex, involving various specialists to assess the necessary work required to bring the building back to a useable and safe community venue.
Council is now preparing to release a tender for the essential repair work by January 2025.