Hall new home for community groups

THREE grassroots groups have been named as the Linton Shire Hall’s new tenants for twelve months as the space transitions to a centre for community use.

Having expressed interest in bringing life to the Hall last year, the Linton Craft Group, Linton Community Inc, and Linton & District Historical Society have been offered spaces to use throughout the building.

Together, they will manage the facility, and the Linton Community Pantry will also remain on site.

Founder of the Craft Group Jenny Grigg said her members are pleased to have access to their set space, the art room, seven days a week.

“We’ve got such a great group of about 25 members, and everybody’s really excited for it,” she said.

“It’s good to have our own space because the group’s growing and we’ve been averaging four to five new people every month.

“We’ll continue to have our craft meetings on Thursdays that anyone can come to, but we have quite a few people that do quilting and sewing who would like to use the space for their projects throughout the week.”

Golden Plains Shire mayor Cr Gavin Gamble said he’s pleased to see activity back on site.

“The former Linton Shire Hall has a prominent place in the heart of Linton and a long history as the home to the old Shire of Grenville and Customer Service Centre for Golden Plains Shire council,” he said.

“Council is pleased to see the management and activation of this historic facility in the hands of three passionate and established community groups.

“Council is committed to supporting local community groups and providing active and accessible spaces for the Golden Plains community. The hub will ensure a successful future for the facility.

“Council looks forward to seeing the building in action at the time of our return to Linton for a council meeting.”

The Community Inc will be based in the old health area, office, main room, reception and storage room, and the Historical Society will use the Chamber, office, old anti-room, and kitchen.

The Chamber can still be booked for community use, and the Historical Society will take over bookings this Sunday, 1 May.