Wollondilly Shire Performing Arts Centre approved by NSW Planning Panel
The building is set to host music performances, theatre, exhibitions and civic events, and will be a major injection into the cultural life of the region.
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A new performing arts centre for southwest Sydney is one step closer to becoming a reality.
The development application of the 350-seat centre for the Wollondilly Shire Council was approved by the NSW Planning Panel last week.
The council is now calling for tenders for the construction of the Performing Arts Centre, which is the next phase of Stage 1 of the Wollondilly Cultural Precinct.
Mayor Matt Gould said the building will provide a state-of-the-art local venue for music, theatre, exhibitions and civic events, and will be a major injection into the cultural life of the region.
“I’m really looking forward to seeing this vision become a reality for the Wollondilly community,” he said.
“The Performing Arts Centre will be able to host a range of live performances and functions, which will not only provide a space for people to gather and socialise but will support the stimulation of our local economy.
“It will provide an important space for the local arts sector and will hopefully inspire creativity and cultural expression in the years ahead.”
Cr Gould said this was the next step in the council’s visionary Wollondilly Cultural Precinct, which plans to construct a new village green, government services building and library for the benefit.
The architectural design of the new multipurpose building is dramatic and will be on display to visitors entering the Picton town centre from the motorway.
The development application was approved with a condition that the architect’s vision for the building is followed through in regard to quality of materials and workmanship, ensuring that the finished project will be impressive and do justice to the prominent location.
This project is funded by grants including the Western Parkland City Liveability Program, developer contributions and building renewal funds.
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