Dimboola library progress

Planning for a new Dimboola Library is progressing with construction tenders now closed.

Hindmarsh Shire Council mayor Ron Ismay said he was excited about the development.

“The council can proceed with the assessment of the tenders and awarding of the contract to commence construction,” he said.

“Because the council was unsuccessful with a grant application through the Federal Government for additional funding, we have had to amend the plans in order to still achieve our objective of establishing a multi-purpose facility.

“It will still primarily be Dimboola’s public library and council’s customer service centre, but will be able to be used for many other events and activities.”

Construction of the new library is stage one of a multi-staged plan that will ultimately be part of a Dimboola Community Civic Hub.

“Stage one will be constructed at the rear of the existing library,” Cr Ismay said.

“A feature of the new library will be a rear deck and veranda that will be able to be used for community events such as on Australia Day.”

The council expects to award a construction contract at its March meeting, with work starting as soon as possible – potentially in April or May. Construction is likely to take about 10 to 12 months.

Plans and images of the new Dimboola Library and Council Customer Service Centre are on display in the Dimboola Library.