Future of Daylesford Town Hall

The Daylesford Town Hall was built in the 1800s and until recently housed Council chambers, offices, and hosted events. 

Council officers are working with project architects, k20 Architecture, to investigate the feasibility of refurbishing and developing the site to accommodate a library and multi-purpose community spaces. 

Mayor, Cr Brian Hood said, “The project team is supported by the Project Advisory Group (PAG), which is comprised of two councillors and seven community members. To date, the PAG have convened on four occasions to provide input into the design. The PAG members bring to the project their professional and special interest backgrounds, as well as their connections to community, to shape the design to best meet community needs.” 

A report will be taken to the September Council meeting. It will outline the feasibility of locating the library and community multipurpose facilities on the Town Hall site and seek endorsement to proceed with design work based on this early feasibility work.  

Subject to Council endorsement, the project team will continue to develop the design to a schematic level ahead of proposed community engagement on the design either late in 2024 or early 2025. 

“We are also examining the Town Hall’s essential roofing works and have a tender underway. The Town hall is now closed as we undertake this essential work,” said Cr Hood. 

Staff that operate from the Town Hall and the Council Chambers have recently relocated to leased premises at 24 Vincent Street. 

For further information, please contact Maria Abate, Communications Officer, on [email protected] or call 5321 6451