Work to start on Willaura hall

Ararat contractor Andrew Eastick Homes has won a tender for a $350,000 Willaura Memorial Hall redevelopment.

The project will include new male and female toilets, including a baby change facility.

The works will also include a fully accessible ramp at the front of the building.

Ararat Rural City Council mayor Gwenda Allgood said the hall upgrades were among the highlight’s of this year’s council plan.

“Council is proud to continue to invest in our rural towns in key facilities like community halls,” she said.

“The hall will be out of action for at least six months while works are being carried out, but it will be worthwhile in the long run.

“I’m sure the community will be very patient and understanding during this time.”

The project group – consisting of members of a hall committee, council officers and the architect – have met regularly throughout the past 12 months to bring the project to fruition.

Willaura Memorial Hall Committee of Management members recently met Andrew Eastick on site and welcomed the works, due to start this month.

This group will continue to meet regularly during the construction period.

Ararat Rural City Council is fully funding the project.