Quick Look
Budget: $1,048,000
- Alpine Shire Council - $303,000
- Bushfire Recovery - $365,000
- Stronger Regional Communities - $50,000
- Creative Victoria - $150,000
- Universal Design Funding - $100,000
Not currently open for consultation
About the project
The Myrtleford Memorial Hall Renewal Project will reactivate Myrtleford’s iconic hall, which has sat dormant for over 10 years.
The project will complete essential building works which will restore the hall to current building and accessibility standards.
Works include the construction of accessible amenities, improved stage access and the relocation of Myrtleford’s Visitor Information Centre to the hall.
The Universal Design component of the project will fund a new automated accessible entrance, entrance ramp and accessible paved courtyard.
The project will result in a modern, multipurpose, and flexible community space that is inclusive and accessible to all.
The project will provide social benefits to people with disabilities by providing equitable access to community facilities, performing arts and visitor services. The expected economic benefits from the project include increased access to employment services and participation in performing arts roles.
Works will include:
- Renewal of the timber floor
- Upgrades to the electrical wiring, heating and cooling
- Ceiling repairs and painting
- Refurbishment of the toilets
- A dedicated retail space for the Visitor Information Centre (VIC)
- Installation of a kitchenette and servery for events, community activities, and the VIC
- Accessibility upgrades including ramp into the Hall, accessible toilets, access to the Stage
- Improved lighting, AV and internet access
- New doors, windows, and entry points to comply with National Construction Code
- Storage for tables and chairs
Funds from the Universal Designs Grant will be used specifically for:
- A new Main Foyer Entrance including:
- Demolition of existing wall and installation of automated glass doors
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Entry and way finding signage
- External pavement and access to the main foyer entrance including:
- Access Ramp
- Access Steps
- Hand Railings
- Tactile ground indicators
- Paved courtyard
- Regrading of the existing uneven courtyard
- New paved courtyard
Timeline
Due to the age of the building, the Myrtleford Memorial Hall has some design and construction challenges that must be solved to ensure that the building is up modern construction standard and is equipped for its varied future use
Community Consultation
A community reference group has been established to seek input into the designs and inform of progress.
Key stakeholders include
Visitor Information Centre volunteers, Myrtleford Neighbourhood Centre, The Myrtleford Theatre Group, The Myrtleford Festival, La Fiera Committee, Myrtleford Chamber of Commerce, Myrtleford Historical Society, Myrtleford Film Society and other interested performing arts professionals.
Please contact us at info@alpineshire.vic.gov.au if you would like more information or would like to be involved.
Latest Update
February 2023
Council is currently seeking solutions to a number of challenges in the upgrade of the Myrtleford Memorial Hall.06/02/2023
The Memorial Hall Renewal Project aims to reactivate the iconic hall, which has sat dormant for over 10 years.
The works are progressing in stages to accommodate the Myrtleford Visitor Information Centre and modernise the auditorium for the creative arts and broader community.
The unprecedented rain late last year had exacerbated and highlighted problems with the hall’s existing underground storm water system.
These issues became evident when wet patches started coming through the new floorboards, and we now have mould growing on the internal walls.
Council is dedicated to finding solutions to the this challenge and will keep the community updated as the project progresses.
