Building Project
Current Position
Update 5/11/2021
$84,892 has been received towards the building project, over two thirds of the $116,000 needed. There is just $31,108 yet to go.The aim is to sign the contracts for the main structural work building project in the next couple of months. We are awaiting an updated quote from the builders. All the pews have now been sold.If you have further questions or wish to contribute please talk to Andrew Cooper on 02 69722143. For those wanting to give by bank transfer details are at the bottom of the page.
Building Project Details
Three years ago, the Presbyterian church was informed that a broken roof truss meant the building could collapse at any moment. Sadly, the congregation had to move into rented premises until major repairs could be planned and funded. Whilst the church wants to get back into its building as soon as possible, such repairs are expensive and time consuming to plan and organise.
Members have worked diligently develop a restoration plan to support the future ministry of the church. The building works will replace the existing tiles with a Colorbond roof as this will ease the load of the trusses and provide a new structure to support it. The internal brick arch will be repaired and strengthened. The walls will be repaired and drainage on site will be improved so water does not damage the foundations. Air-conditioning will be installed to improve heating and provide cooling during the summer. The lighting inside the building will be significantly improved. As the old church hall is no longer usable and unable to be repaired, the church building must be made more multifunctional. This also includes replacing the old pews with chairs. These renovations means the church space can be used for a wide range of other activities such as group lunches and children’s activities during the week. The back rooms will be made suitable for holding Sunday School during services.
The project has now been signed off by all the relevant church authorities, so all that remains for it to start is to find the rest of the money. The project will be approximately $376,000. The church has committed $260,000 of its funds to this and seeks to raise the remaining $116,000 from pew sales, grants, and donations. So far, $78,000 of this has been raised leaving $38,000 remaining. All donations are welcome and there are many ways to contribute. For those who want to buy pews, there are still a few left to sell. Anyone who would like to assist the development can also help with many practical matters, such as oiling the floor or transporting new chairs, as well as by donating to the development.