Investigation to raise Tinana Hall

The Fraser Coast Regional Council will investigate raising the Tinana Hall above flood height so it can again become available for community use.

Cr Phil Truscott said the much-loved Tinana Hall, built in 1884, had hosted many community celebrations over the years and survived several floods.

“Refurbishment works were underway when the hall was impacted by the two major floods at the start of the year, which damaged the building and saturated the ground,” he said.

“Council considered a range of options to address the flood damage including raising the building or relocating the hall, but ultimately, following community feedback, we have decided that it should be raised before we replace the hardwood flooring system.

“The Tinana Hall was regularly used by community groups prior to COVID-19 and flooding closures, and given its central location, we expect that it will be popular again when it is back up and running.

“We thank the community for their patience and understanding and look forward to the Tinana Hall continuing to be a place for our community to come together to celebrate and socialise for many years to come.”

Council will now start work on detailed design plans to raise the building, including installing an access ramp, to determine costs.

The project will then be listed for consideration during the deliberations to develop next year’s budget.