Tara community hall receives slice of stimulus package support

The Tara Soldiers Memorial Hall has received a fast-tracked facelift as part of Western Downs Regional Council’s $50 million COVID-19 Recovery Package to secure and create jobs and enhance the liveability of the region.

Community groups and local families are set to benefit from the recent upgrades which include restored flooring and updated furniture in this important facility.

Council Spokesperson for Strategic Communications and Council Facilities Councillor Megan James said the upgrade had returned the popular community hall to a high standard, making it even more appealing for a wide range of community and private events.

“The Tara Hall is regularly used for meetings, networking, performances, weddings, parties and social functions, however its extensive use has led to some wear and tear of the building, in particular the timber flooring,” Cr James said.

“We’ve rejuvenated the space by sanding and re-varnishing of the floor in the hall and stage area, and replacing 400 chairs to enhance the overall f

acility and make it more attractive to potential hirers.”

As a bonus, Cr James said the current chairs would not go to waste.

“Once we receive the new chairs, the current chairs will be repurposed at the Tara Showgrounds which will provide an additional benefit to the community.

“Our community facilities are at the heart of how we connect people regionally, so we want to ensure they’re given the attention they need to continue being social hubs of our communities.”

Cr James said she was pleased to see the works awarded locally, showing support to Western Downs’ businesses during these uncertain times.

“The purpose of Council’s record $50 million COVID-19 Recovery Package was to stimulate the local economy by creating local jobs for local people,” she said.

“The job to revarnish the flooring of the facility was awarded to local company Anderson’s which has now completed the upgrade works.

“As we emerge from COVID-19 restrictions, I look forward to seeing this revamped facility continue to be actively used as a quality social space for the region now and into the future.”

For more information on Council’s COVID-19 Recovery Package, contact Council on 1300 COUNCIL (1300 268 624) or visit www.wdrc.qld.gov.au/recovery

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