Northern Beaches Community Hub

Community invited to discover Northern Beaches Community Hub vision

Residents are invited to learn more about the Northern Beaches Community Hub and view the latest designs for the much-anticipated facility at a community presentation later this month.

The presentation will be held at Club Northern Beaches Mackay on Monday, August 31, from 6pm and will provide an overview of the project, including the unveiling of updated architectural illustrations and details about the hub's community facilities.

Mayor Greg Williamson said the presentation would give residents an opportunity to see how the hub was taking shape and learn more about the benefits it would provide to the growing Northern Beaches community.

"The Northern Beaches Community Hub is an important investment in one of the fastest-growing areas of our region," Mayor Williamson said.

"This facility has been designed to bring people together and provide modern, welcoming spaces where residents can connect, learn, access services and participate in community life," he said.

"The presentation is a chance for residents to see the latest designs, find out more about the project's progress and learn about the facilities that will be available when this stage is completed."

Located opposite Mackay Northern Beaches State High School between Rosewood Drive and Eimeo Road, the hub is being delivered in stages, with the multi-purpose court and nature play area already complete.

The next stage is now under way and will deliver a library, customer service facilities, nine flexible bookable community rooms and a café space.

Mayor Williamson said the nine community rooms would provide versatile spaces for a range of activities and events.

"These rooms have been designed to support community groups, businesses and service providers, giving them access to modern, flexible spaces that can be adapted to suit a variety of needs," he said.

"There will be spaces for everything from meetings, training sessions, workshops and events through to community group gatherings and even yoga or Pilates classes.

“There’s a robust room designed for art and craft activities like mosaics and clay workshop; there’s an acoustic workshop room designed for music activities and audio recording; and the largest room can hold 142 people.

"These nine rooms will play an important role in helping people come together, share ideas and deliver programs and activities that benefit our community."

The event will also coincide with the launch of the Northern Beaches Community Hub website at mackay.qld.gov.au/nbcHUB, where residents can access project information and updates.

Residents will also be able to speak with council representatives at a series of pop-up information stalls throughout September, including at Caneland Central, Northern Beaches Central, Mt Pleasant Central, the Seniors Expo and Party in the Park.

Mayor Williamson encouraged anyone interested in the project to subscribe to council's project update emails.

"We want the community to stay informed as the project progresses, so I encourage residents to sign up for project updates through Connecting Mackay," he said.

The Australian Government has contributed $6.5 million towards Stage 1A and $15 million through the Growing Regions Program Round 1 for Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub.

The Growing Regions Program supports community-focused infrastructure that revitalises regional areas and improves local amenity and liveability.

Stages 1A and 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub are jointly funded by the Australian Government and Mackay Regional Council.

Click here to read more about the project

We have walls!

Electrical and plumbing rough‑in is under way and walls are now in place throughout building one of the Northern Beaches Community Hub Stage 1B. Internal rooms and library spaces are taking shape quickly.

About the project:
Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub will deliver a modern library, flexible community rooms, a town square, courtyard, café space, some undercover parking and customer service facilities – supporting a growing community for decades to come.

The Australian Government has contributed $6.5 million towards Stage 1A and $15 million through the Growing Regions Program Round 1 for Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub.

The Growing Regions Program supports community‑focused infrastructure that revitalises regional areas and improves local amenity and liveability.

Stages 1A and 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub are jointly funded by the Australian Government and Mackay Regional Council.

Click here to read more about the project

The new Northern Beaches Community Hub Library will be a place to discover and connect

Whether you’re a bub or a teenager, a young adult or a senior, the new Northern Beaches Community Hub Library has you covered.

More than just a place to borrow books, the library has flexible study areas, access to digital resources, community meeting rooms and a place to meet up with your friends to relax and connect.

The library will have dedicated children’s areas that are filled with playful spaces and comfy corners, offering plenty of opportunities of discovery for little learners.

It will also host all of Mackay Libraries’ regular programs, including First 5 Forever, Tech Talks and all the other fantastic workshops offered by specialist presenters.

A dedicated Customer Service Centre will operate weekdays, within the new Northern Beaches Community Hub Library, providing a welcoming, easily accessible central hub for the community to connect with council. The Customer Service Centre gives an opportunity to access council services and information, make a payment or lodge a customer request.

View the latest renders of Stage 1B:
*Images are for illustrative purposes only and a final design may differ.

Above image: The library offers a dedicated children's space.

Above image: Children can enjoy the playful spaces.

Above image: The computer area will be a great spot for study and research, whether you are a student or someone who just likes to learn more.

Above image: The design will create an atmosphere that provides a great library experience.

Above image: Relax with a good book while overlooking the Town Square. The Town Square can host a range of community events. Nearby is a fantastic nature play area and undercover multi-purpose sports court.

The Australian Government has contributed $6.5 million towards Stage 1A and $15 million through the Growing Regions Program Round 1 for Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub.

The Growing Regions Program supports community‑focused infrastructure that revitalises regional areas and improves local amenity and liveability.

Stages 1A and 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub are jointly funded by the Australian Government and Mackay Regional Council.

Click here to read more about the project

Café operator sought for unique opportunity in community hub

Marketing has been launched nationwide for an exciting cafe opportunity at the new Northern Beaches Community Hub.

Mackay firm Knight Frank has been appointed marketing agent and will be canvassing this unique opportunity with local and national operators.

Mayor Greg Williamson said the $21 million stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub, currently under construction, included space for a café operator.

He said council believed the café would be a wonderful part of this exciting community facility.

“This really is a blank canvas for a café operator,’’ Mayor Williamson said.

“An operator can come in and set-up their café and kitchen to suit their needs.”

The café space offers about 103 square metres of indoor dining and 64 square metres for a kitchen.

Mayor Williamson said the café operator was guaranteed excellent foot traffic in the region’s fastest growing Northern Beaches suburbs.

“The multi-purpose court and nature play area in stage 1A are well used and patronage will grow exponentially when the library and meeting rooms at the completion of stage 1B early next year.

“There are also future developments planned as part of a master plan for the Northern Beaches Community Hub, meaning the café is an excellent long-term investment.”

Jessica Coleman, of Knight Frank, said the firm was excited to be marketing this café opportunity.

She said the Northern Beaches population was projected to grow to more than 32,000 residents by 2041, which would be a 263 per cent growth since 2001.

“We think the café opportunity will appeal to both local operators, wanting to relocate or expand their business, or a national franchise.”

“The fact any potential operator can fit-out their kitchen and café space to suit their requirements is an added benefit.”

The Australian Government has contributed $6.5 million towards Stage 1A and $15 million through the Growing Regions Program Round 1 for Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub.

The Growing Regions Program supports community‑focused infrastructure that revitalises regional areas and improves local amenity and liveability.

Stages 1A and 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub are jointly funded by the Australian Government and Mackay Regional Council.

Click here to read more about the project

Image is for illustrative purposes only and a final design will differ.

Exciting things are happening!

Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub is taking shape and offers everything a growing community will need.

Stage 1A is already being well-used by the community, with the undercover multi-purpose court and adventure play area proving to be a hit.

Stage 1B is under construction and will be anchored by a vibrant new library. It will also feature customer service facilities, bookable flexible community rooms and a café space.

The new Northern Beaches library, located at the Northern Beaches Community Hub, will be a fully accessible, modern facility with plenty of parking, including undercover parking for those rainy days.

Are you a community group looking for somewhere to get together? Then why not utilise one of the Hub’s nine bookable community rooms adjoining the library?

Looking for some quiet time? You will be able to head to the café and enjoy a drink while overlooking the lush gardens in the Town Square.

It will be a modern space for a modern community!

The Australian Government has contributed $6.5 million towards Stage 1A and $15 million through the Growing Regions Program Round 1 for Stage 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub.

The Growing Regions Program supports community‑focused infrastructure that revitalises regional areas and improves local amenity and liveability.

Stages 1A and 1B of the Northern Beaches Community Hub are jointly funded by the Australian Government and Mackay Regional Council.

Click here to read more about the project

View the latest renders of Stage 1B:
*Images are for illustrative purposes only and a final design may differ.

Image above: A space for a café has been included in the design.*