‘Iconic’ waterfront building to rise up at Coffs jetty

NSW government announces $5 million project will begin this year

Coffs Harbour MP Gurmesh Singh, Coffs Harbour Mayor Denise Knight and Water, Property and Housing Minister Melinda Pavey at the TS Vendetta building at the Coffs Harbour Jetty. Photo: Tim Jarrett

The State Government has given the green light to works within Coffs Harbour’s Jetty Precinct.

The TS Vendetta building will be razed and a new cafe, storage facility and public amenities will be constructed, costing $5 million.

The building is a naval training school for young people and accommodation for cadets will also be included in the new development.

Water, Property and Housing Minister said the building was identified in the 2013 Jetty4Shore master plan and will be constructed at the same time as $15 million essential services and infrastructure upgrades will begin.

Architects short-listed from a recent expressions of interest campaign will pitch their design ideas for the new building, with the successful proponent to join the project team.

The TS Vendetta premises will be demolished and rebuilt. Photo: Trevor Veale / The Coffs Coast Advocate

“This is about creating jobs and opportunities for regional businesses and putting community benefits at the heart of our approach to revitalising and reactivating the Coffs Harbour Jetty Foreshore precinct,” Ms Pavey said.

Member for Coffs Harbour, Gurmesh Singh, said the Jetty Foreshore was one of Coffs Harbour’s best assets.

“The construction of this iconic waterfront building is just the start of what we can accomplish when the Government, council and the community work together on a shared vision,” Mr Singh said.