Kergunyah Memorial Hall Upgrade

Share Kergunyah Memorial Hall Upgrade on Facebook Share Kergunyah Memorial Hall Upgrade on Twitter Share Kergunyah Memorial Hall Upgrade on Linkedin Email Kergunyah Memorial Hall Upgrade link

About this project

We upgraded the Kergunyah Memorial Hall by building a new hall wing, kitchen, side stage access and store areas and making accessibility improvements.

Why was this project undertaken?

The Kergunyah Hall plays a vital role in providing a space for community members of all ages to gather and connect. The upgrade brought the facility in line with accessibility standards and improved the kitchen to cater for large community events.

How was it funded?

This project was funded through joint Federal and State Government grant funding to support communities impacted by the 2019/20 bushfires.

Funding ContributorAmount
Federal and State Government Funding$296,000
Indigo Shire Council*$160,000
Kergunyah Hall Committee$50,000
TOTAL$506,000


Scope of works

The upgrade encompassed the partial demolition of service areas within the hall to make way for a new expansion on the west side of the main hall space, and a modern kitchen and pantry at the rear of the expansion. In line with a commitment to preserving the hall's heritage, all original windows and internal lining boards were repurposed in the redevelopment to maintain the hall's unique character.

All of the proposed new building area was also designed to be at the same floor level of the existing hall to provide universal access.

The new kitchen was designed in consultation with the hall committee and provides adequate amenity to cater in times of crisis and for community events that are a key part of the Kergunyah community.

What happened and when?

Council awarded the contract for the upgrades to Barton St Developments at its September 2023 meeting.

Site works commenced in early November 2023 and the upgrade was completed in July 2024.

About this project

We upgraded the Kergunyah Memorial Hall by building a new hall wing, kitchen, side stage access and store areas and making accessibility improvements.

Why was this project undertaken?

The Kergunyah Hall plays a vital role in providing a space for community members of all ages to gather and connect. The upgrade brought the facility in line with accessibility standards and improved the kitchen to cater for large community events.

How was it funded?

This project was funded through joint Federal and State Government grant funding to support communities impacted by the 2019/20 bushfires.

Funding ContributorAmount
Federal and State Government Funding$296,000
Indigo Shire Council*$160,000
Kergunyah Hall Committee$50,000
TOTAL$506,000


Scope of works

The upgrade encompassed the partial demolition of service areas within the hall to make way for a new expansion on the west side of the main hall space, and a modern kitchen and pantry at the rear of the expansion. In line with a commitment to preserving the hall's heritage, all original windows and internal lining boards were repurposed in the redevelopment to maintain the hall's unique character.

All of the proposed new building area was also designed to be at the same floor level of the existing hall to provide universal access.

The new kitchen was designed in consultation with the hall committee and provides adequate amenity to cater in times of crisis and for community events that are a key part of the Kergunyah community.

What happened and when?

Council awarded the contract for the upgrades to Barton St Developments at its September 2023 meeting.

Site works commenced in early November 2023 and the upgrade was completed in July 2024.

  • Friday 19 July 2024 update

    Share Friday 19 July 2024 update on Facebook Share Friday 19 July 2024 update on Twitter Share Friday 19 July 2024 update on Linkedin Email Friday 19 July 2024 update link

    All updgrades have now been completed and the keys have been handed back to the hall committee.


  • Friday 28 June 2024 update

    Share Friday 28 June 2024 update on Facebook Share Friday 28 June 2024 update on Twitter Share Friday 28 June 2024 update on Linkedin Email Friday 28 June 2024 update link

    This much-anticipated upgrade is very close to completion, with the last of the works and final clean up underway.

    Following this, the Hall will be ready for use and the keys will be handed back to the Hall Committee.


  • Wednesday 12 June 2024 update

    Share Wednesday 12 June 2024 update on Facebook Share Wednesday 12 June 2024 update on Twitter Share Wednesday 12 June 2024 update on Linkedin Email Wednesday 12 June 2024 update link

    The Kergunyah Memorial Hall upgrade is expected to be complete by the end of the month. Upcoming works include external paving, installation of internal timber lining boards and other minor finishes.

  • Friday 10 May 2024 update

    Share Friday 10 May 2024 update on Facebook Share Friday 10 May 2024 update on Twitter Share Friday 10 May 2024 update on Linkedin Email Friday 10 May 2024 update link

    The upgrade is moving closer to completion with the external deck now installed and internal timber floors finished.

    The kitchen fit out, lighting and the external paving will be completed over the coming weeks.


  • Friday 22 March 2024 update

    Share Friday 22 March 2024 update on Facebook Share Friday 22 March 2024 update on Twitter Share Friday 22 March 2024 update on Linkedin Email Friday 22 March 2024 update link

    The upgrade is another step closer to completion with both the internal and external painting now finished and the vinyl flooring installed.

    The new kitchen fit out will be completed in the next week.


  • Friday 23 February 2024 update

    Share Friday 23 February 2024 update on Facebook Share Friday 23 February 2024 update on Twitter Share Friday 23 February 2024 update on Linkedin Email Friday 23 February 2024 update link

    Further progress was made this week, with the external cladding installed and installation of insulation also underway.

    Piping and wiring have also been installed ready for connection once the works are closer to completion.

  • Friday 9 February 2024 update

    Share Friday 9 February 2024 update on Facebook Share Friday 9 February 2024 update on Twitter Share Friday 9 February 2024 update on Linkedin Email Friday 9 February 2024 update link

    The extension is really starting to take shape with the wall and roof framing now installed.

    Works to install the building wrap and roofing will begin in the coming days.

  • Friday 15 December 2023 update

    Share Friday 15 December 2023 update on Facebook Share Friday 15 December 2023 update on Twitter Share Friday 15 December 2023 update on Linkedin Email Friday 15 December 2023 update link

    Works continue to progress well, with preparation for the new kitchen and storeroom slab well underway.

    We've also removed an interior wall lining for re-use.

    Preparation works for new slab
    Interior of historic hall with lining removed for re-use


  • Friday 8 December 2023 update

    Share Friday 8 December 2023 update on Facebook Share Friday 8 December 2023 update on Twitter Share Friday 8 December 2023 update on Linkedin Email Friday 8 December 2023 update link

    Demolition works to make way for the extension is now complete.

    Construction of the new floor structure is now underway.



  • Friday 24 November update

    Share Friday 24 November update on Facebook Share Friday 24 November update on Twitter Share Friday 24 November update on Linkedin Email Friday 24 November update link
    supporting image

    Demolition works are well underway with the supper room and kitchen almost fully demolished.

    In line with a commitment to preserving the hall's heritage, all original windows and internal lining boards will be repurposed in the redevelopment to maintain the hall's unique character.

Page last updated: 07 Aug 2024, 11:09 AM