A LORNE project has laid the foundations for how locals can work together to strengthen a community asset.<\/p>\n
Lorne Historical Society will update the fa\u00e7ade of its Mountjoy Parade building in a joint effort between the society, Lorne Men\u2019s Shed and Surf Coast Shire Council.<\/p>\n
The fa\u00e7ade makeover will see the installation of architecturally-designed timber panels fixed to the existing building. The panels will be constructed by Lorne Men\u2019s Shed members who have generously volunteered their time. There will also be a new entry and feature bay window.<\/p>\n
Lorne Historical Society Vice-President Peter Spring said community reaction to the project had been positive.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe project is clearly a demonstration of what can be achieved when agencies and community groups work together,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis has been a project with real synergy.\u201d Mr Spring was excited for the fresh look for the historical society \u2013 a key community group.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe Lorne Historical Society is very important to our community as the repository of documents, images and artefacts which tell the stories of our rich history and development,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs we approach the centenary of the Great Ocean Road project, the society is demonstrating the quality of the material it holds.\u201d<\/p>\n
The project is made up of a Council contribution of up to $50,000 and a $50,000 community contribution. The latter includes fundraising, sourcing of materials, architecture services and the fabrication of exterior panels.<\/p>\n
Councillor Clive Goldsworthy praised the community ownership of the project. He said the building would provide a striking entrance to Lorne\u2019s main street.<\/p>\n
\u201cLorne Historical Society has grown its profile in recent years by creating an inviting space inside, and we\u2019re now going to see a great external look as people come around the bend into Lorne,\u201d Cr Goldsworthy said.<\/p>\n
\u201cHopefully it encourages more people to visit the society, so they can discover more about our history.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
A LORNE project has laid the foundations for how locals can work together to strengthen a community asset. Lorne Historical Society will update the fa\u00e7ade of its Mountjoy Parade building in a joint effort between the society, Lorne Men\u2019s Shed and Surf Coast Shire Council. The fa\u00e7ade makeover will see the installation of architecturally-designed timber […]<\/p>\n