Project update: May 18, 2026

The first roof is on!

Building one of the Northern Beaches Community Hub Stage 1B has now been fully roofed, allowing crews to begin internal works protected from the weather. Progress is continuing steadily as the Hub takes shape.

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.

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Below: Aerial views of Stage 1B's progress