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$2.5 Million for Cowes Cultural CentreDemolition of the old site is underway, while construction of the new facility will start in early 2021 and is expected to take 12 to 14 months. By Portal Admin - 15th September 2020 - Back to News Bass Coast Shire Council has secured a $2.5 million grant through the State Government's Growing Suburbs Fund, for the redevelopment of the Cowes Cultural and Community Centre.
For the full media release, please visit: https://www.basscoast.vic.gov.au/about-council/news-listing/2-5-million-for-cowes-cultural-centre
Source: www.gippsland.com Published by: support@gippsland.com
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