Come and have your say on the future of Gunnedah’s cultural precinct

14 August 2019

What would you like to see in Gunnedah’s cultural precinct in the future?

The Cultural Precinct Masterplan is underway, but Gunnedah Shire Council wants to hear what you need, and your ideas for the future of this space.

Gunnedah Shire Council Director Corporate and Community Services Colin Formann said project Leaders Dunn & Hillam architects would be consulting the public about their ideas for the masterplan with a series of events during AgQuip.

“Gunnedah Shire residents take great pride in our cultural precinct which includes Gunnedah Town Hall, the Smithurst Theatre, the Civic Theatre, the Creative Arts, the Visitors Information Centre, and now the empty block of land next to the Smithurst,” Mr Formann said.

“The precinct has been the home of debutante balls, thousands of eisteddfod performances, great movies and has showcased talented local artists. It’s a hub for community groups and cultural activities.

“It’s time to take a look at how this space could work even more successfully for our community into the future.

“There are opportunities to look at progressive ideas to match the way in which our shire is growing and diversifying. The more input we get from the community, the better our precinct will reflect the needs of Gunnedah.”

The masterplan will guide the future development of the precinct.

Opportunities to come and have a say:

Community Workshop: 4-6pm, Tuesday, August 20th; Bicentennial Creative Arts Centre All are welcome to attend this open workshop, but people will need to register via here.

NightQuip: 5-9pm, Tuesday, August 20 Stop by the NightQuip stall, and share your thoughts on the major design, and your ideas on what you would like to see in the Cultural Precinct Masterplan.

AgQuip Stall: 9am - 1pm, Wednesday, August 21 - Gunnedah Shire Council Stall We’re aiming to talk to locals, as well as those from further afield, who may want to access Gunnedah’s Cultural Precinct for events or be part of the arts community.

Pub Chat: 5pm-8pm, Wednesday, August 21 - The Gunnedah Hotel This is a space for us all, so we’re coming to you. Save the date, and come pull up a chair and let us know how you think we can shape a cultural precinct that serves the whole community.

Online Survey: We will be launching an online survey to make sure we didn’t miss anything. We want to hear your opinions, ideas, and suggestions for creating an updated, inclusive cultural precinct. Keep an eye out for the Community Online Survey link, coming soon.

Photo Caption: The Civic is part of Gunnedah’s much-loved cultural precinct.

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Media Contact: Eliza Gallen (02) 6740 2100.