Corndale Hall has been at the heart of the community for more than 130 years. Sadly, it was destroyed during the 2022 floods.
Federal Nationals Member for Page, Kevin Hogan, has announced an elected Coalition Government would provide the $1,114,351 needed to rebuild the hall.
“Community halls are so important to our country villages. They host everything from school concerts to weddings, scout groups and community fundraisers,” Mr Hogan said.
“The hall was tragically lost, but the community has rallied together to plan a rebuild that will meet modern standards while honouring its historical significance.
“This funding will ensure the community can once again enjoy this important local asset.”
Mr Hogan said the Corndale Hall Committee has done an incredible job in getting the project to this stage, with development approvals in place and a clear vision for the future.
“This has been driven and supported by the local community and a range of local professionals who have in part, volunteered their services free of cost.
“The design of the hall has been completed voluntarily by local architect Steve Lampe, who has worked with the hall committee on a design sympathetic to the previous historical building but meeting modern building standards.”
“The hall design has been guided by local structural engineers, Greg Alderson and Associates, who have volunteered their advice to date and have committed to assisting with post approval structural design required for the project.”
The total rebuild cost is estimated at $1,653,211, with The Corndale Hall Inc. covering $538,860 through their insurance. The remaining $1,114,351 required will be funded through this election commitment.
