Drouin Community Hub Upgrades

  • Project typeUpgrades to existing buildings
  • Project value$660,000
  • Project scheduleThe project is now complete
  • Contractor nameJames G Morrison Builders
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As part of the implementation of the Community Hub Strategy, Council resolved to undertake building upgrade works on two existing Council buildings in Drouin, the Drouin Senior Citizens Hall and the former Playgroup Building, located at 1 and 2 Oak Street Drouin. 

A larger multi use function space has also been included in the Bellbird Park Pavilion project as part of the Strategy.

These works aim to update these existing facilities to provide additional accessibility a well as flexibility for broader community access and use by creating additional meeting rooms and gathering spaces.

Drouin Community Hub opens in style with Oak Street Arts Happening

Drouin’s Oak Street was awash with music and art this weekend as locals came together to celebrate the launch of the newly renovated Drouin Community Hub facilities. Click here to read more.

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

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Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

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Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

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Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

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Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

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Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

Celebrations abound at the Oak Street Arts Happening

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Project updates

December 2022 update    

Stage one of the project, upgrades to the former playgroup building, have now been completed. The works undertaken in this stage included:

  • New entry ramp and rails
  • New external concrete path
  • Flooring improvements in the front waiting room
  • New plasterboard and insultation in main meeting space
  • Porch cleaning and fresh paint

The completed entrance to the building

The completed entrance to the building

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The new foyer and kitchen area

The new foyer and kitchen area

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The new compliant toilet facilities

The new compliant toilet facilities

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February 2023 update

Stage two of the project, upgrades to the Senior Citizens Hall at 1 Oak Street in Drouin commenced in November 2022. Works that have taken place between November and February include: 

  • Internal demolition works
  • Widening of doorways
  • Patching of brickwork 
  • Cutting of concrete floor for plumbing services 
  • Internal plumbing rough in 
  • Electrical rough in 
  • Framing of ceilings and new walls 
  • Removal of external concrete paving 
  • External retaining wall 

Works are currently scheduled to be completed in April 2023. 

Plumbing has been installed for the new toilets

Plumbing has been installed for the new toilets

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Framing for the new internal walls progresses

Framing for the new internal walls progresses

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Site excavation for the new access ramp is underway

Site excavation for the new access ramp is underway

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September 2023 Update

The Drouin Community Hub refurbishment is now complete and in use by the community. Check out the gallery below for a peek into the new facility.

Over the past few months the following works have been undertaken:

  • Mechanical services installation
  • Aluminium window and door installation 
  • Plastering of new walls and ceiling 
  • Installation of new timber doors 
  • Electrical fit off 
  • Plumbing fit off 
  • Cabinetry installation 
  • Floor covering installation 
  • Toilet partition installation 
  • Installation of platform lift 
  • Painting 
  • External works – new paving, handrails and accessible carpark. 

The newly constructed community meeting room is ready for use

The newly constructed community meeting room is ready for use

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The newly constructed community meeting room is ready for use

The newly constructed community meeting room is ready for use

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A fully compliant elevator grants access to the stage

A fully compliant elevator grants access to the stage

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New toilet facilities are available on site for all to use

New toilet facilities are available on site for all to use

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The main hall has been refreshed with new doors and paint

The main hall has been refreshed with new doors and paint

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The community hub now includes accessible parking and access ramps

The community hub now includes accessible parking and access ramps

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Scope of works

Drouin Senior Citizens Hall, 1 Oak Street, Drouin

Upgrades at the Drouin Senior Citizens Hall aim to improve safety and accessibility throughout the building, as well as general building improvements to address ageing infrastructure.

  • New accessible toilets
  • New concrete path to the meeting room
  • New windows and doors throughout
  • Fresh paint in the main hall and meeting room
  • New platform lift connecting to the main backstage
  • Upgraded threshold ramps

1 Oak Street Floor Plan

1 Oak Street Floor Plan

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Click to enlarge and explore the floor plan.

Former Playgroup Building , 2 Oak Street, Drouin

Upgrades at the former Playgroup Building aim to improve safety and accessibility around the entry, as well as general building improvements to address ageing infrastructure.

  • New entry ramp and rails
  • New external concrete path
  • Flooring improvements in the front waiting room
  • New plasterboard and insultation in main meeting space
  • Porch cleaning and fresh paint

2-4 Oak Street Floorplan

2-4 Oak Street Floorplan

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Click to enlarge and explore the floor plan.

Project funding

$660,000 has been allocated in Council’s 2021/22 annual budget to deliver the upgrades.

Timeline

Local contractor James G Morrison Builders have been awarded the works which are expected to commence mid to late July 2022 and conclude in September 2023.

The works will be staged to minimise impact on existing user groups and tenants in these buildings:

  • Stage 1 – Upgrade of the former Playgroup Building at 2 Oak Street
  • Stage 2 – Upgrade of the Senior Citizen Hall* (Commencing after the completion of Stage 1 works)  

Community consultation

Community consultation was held during June/July 2020 specifically relating to options for a Community Hub in Drouin. Feedback received provided important input into further analysis of potential community hub sites, including the facilities and functions to be provided and how their development can be staged.

Following the consultation period, adoption of the endorsed scope and budget allocation by Council, key stakeholders were engaged to inform the development of designs for construction. 

Contact us

Have questions? We are here to help!

For more information, please contact Council's Major Projects on 1300 229 229 or email projects@bawbawshire.vic.gov.au

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