Construction underway at community hub

SEBASTAPOL is set to receive a new community hub with work beginning at the Vickers Street site.

Design images have now been released for the facility which aims to foster community connections and improve educational outcomes.

Two buildings on Vickers Street will be demolished to make way for the hub which is expected to open in 2026.

The facility will feature three kindergarten rooms, a main hall with a stage, four meeting rooms, maternal and child health consultation rooms, a community kitchen, an outdoor and undercover play space, and on-site car parking.

“Having one place that can cater to such diverse residents is fantastic,” said City of Ballarat mayor Cr Des Hudson.

“Whether it is the Sebastopol seniors, young children starting their education journey, new babies getting vital health checks or a range of community groups, this facility will cater to them all.”

The project is set to cost $16 million with five million dollars from the City of Ballarat and four and a half million dollars each from State and Federal Governments.

“It’s terrific to see this exciting project progressing with demolition beginning and the release of the design images,” said Federal Member for Ballarat, Catherine King.

“This is an important step in the development of the new and fit for purpose centre that people of all ages in Sebastopol will use, enjoy and be proud of.”

The building will become the new home of current user groups including the Sebastopol Senior Citizens and the 1st Sebastopol Guides.

Temporary venues have been provided to these groups while construction takes place.