Sunshine Coast Council has commenced construction on the Sunshine Coast City Hall building within the new Maroochydore City Centre.
Local construction company McNab will construct the ten-level building which includes 21,500sq m gross floor area, with complementary commercial and retail uses, rooftop facilities and podium car parking all incorporated into the building’s design.
Mayor Mark Jamieson said the 5 Star Green Star, 5 Star Nabers-rated building would be a significant community asset that would be remembered for playing an important part in helping the region’s economy recover from the Covid-19 pandemic.
“The design is inspired by the landscape of the Sunshine Coast, our deep connection to the hinterland, our mountain ranges and our coastal plains.
“The City Hall will be bordered by the laneways of the city centre, South Sea Islander Way and First Avenue,” Jamieson said.
A number of retail and dining opportunities will be offered at the ground floor, and public art and landscaping will create attractive spaces to link the City Hall with its surroundings.”
Sunshine Coast Council endorsed the concept plan for the building in May 2019, and Jamieson said it was exciting to see work commence.
“Council understands the importance of construction projects proceeding at this time to build momentum in the economy and provide local jobs when they are needed most.
“The economic impact of starting construction on this project now cannot be understated, with a forecast 300 jobs likely to be established in construction and supply chain industries over the life of this project, ” Jamieson said.
“This comes at an important time as the region starts to make its way through the recovery phase of the Covid-19 pandemic, by creating new employment opportunities for local tradespeople and suppliers.”
Jamieson said the council’s headquarters—the region’s seat of democracy—will be in the geographic heart of the region, expanding its connections with, and accessibility to, its customers.
“Its design is consistent with our vision for the Sunshine Coast to be Australia’s most sustainable region, healthy, smart, creative, by reflecting our people, our culture and our natural elements,” Jamison said.