Gawler Mayor Brian Sambell out the front of the Gawler Town Hall. Picture: Roy Van Der Vegt Source: adelaidenow
AN $8 million plan to create an arts and social hub at Gawler Town Hall is in doubt because of a lack of federal funding.
Gawler Council's application for a $5 million grant was rejected late last month.
The project would include renovating the heritage Town Hall and Institute buildings to include an expanded multi-media library, performance space, heritage exhibition gallery, business services, tourism centre and cafe.
Gawler Deputy Mayor David Hughes said the council was still hopeful of securing funding.
"There may be another funding round announced," Cr Hughes said.
"We're looking to see what other funding opportunities come up.
"We really do need a major grant to assist with the project."
He said about a third of the buildings were in active use and once renovated would provide a perfect space for the hub.
"It's a fantastic project," Cr Hughes said.
He said about 80,000 people used services in the town and the project would "bind our main street".
"It will bring the whole of the town centre alive."
The council has pledged $1 million to the project and was hoping to secure a further $1.5 million in partnership with local business and government groups.
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