Maclean Community Precinct (Maclean Civic Hall)

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The Maclean Community Precinct will provide a vital cultural and community hub for the region. Once complete, the precinct will serve as a modern, multi-functional space that reflects and supports the diverse needs of the Maclean community.

This project is Jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Government’s Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund in association with the Clarence Valley Council.

Project Features

290-seat auditorium
Riverview function room
Modern stage and backstage areas
Café-style food and beverage outlet
Dedicated car parking
Accessible amenities

Community Benefits

Enhanced Community Connection: A welcoming place for residents and visitors to come together, share experiences, and foster a strong sense of belonging.
Improved Social Wellbeing: Spaces designed to support social interaction, creativity, and cultural expression will contribute to better mental health and community resilience.
Boost to Local Arts and Culture: The state-of-the-art auditorium with tiered seating will be a high-quality venue capable of hosting touring musicians, comedians, theatre companies, and local productions.
Increased Economic Activity: Events and performances will attract visitors to the area, supporting local businesses and stimulating the regional economy.
Flexible and Inclusive Use: Multipurpose rooms and a commercial kitchen will support a wide range of community events, workshops, and programs for all ages and interests.

Project Timeline

Completion of Design documentation – 100%	March 2025	Completed
Construction Certificate (CC) Stage 1 Issued (Substructure)	May 2025	Completed
Construction Certificate (CC) Stage 2 Issued (Superstructure)	June 2025	In progress
Demolition Works commence	Oct 2024	Completed
Demolition Works Completion	March 2025	Completed
Construction Contract Award	March 2025	Completed
Construction Commence	May 2025
All work under the contract completed	End of 2026

Projects Updates

Stage 1 - May 2025

Demolition is complete and relocation of existing services is well advanced to pave the way for the next stage of construction.

Once Council secures the Construction Certificate we will commence work on the basement carpark.

A Development Application (DA) modification is being prepared that includes:

Refinements to the external finishes (driven by updates to the internal floorplans since the original DA).
Design adjustments such as opening up the end of the river function room to introduce a balcony.
Aesthetic changes are being proposed to help manage construction costs while maintaining the project's design intent.

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