Information session on proposed expansion of Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre

27 May 2016 3:36 PM -

Forbes Shire Council, the Forbes Arts Society and the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre are currently working on a grant application to the Club Grants Category Three Arts and Cultural Infrastructure fund for $270,000 to expand the Forbes Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre.

An expression of interest was submitted for the grant and was recently short-listed with the project being one of only 24 applicants across NSW invited to make a full application.

As part of the application process, a special public information session to discuss the proposed expansion will be held at 4pm on Thursday, June 2 at the Forbes Town Hall.

Detailed plans of the expansion, which includes the installation of eight new bronze sculptures, interpretive signage, additional tables and chairs, landscaping, a new amphitheatre to host additional cultural workshops and a toilet block, will be on display for comment.

Mayor Phyllis Miller OAM said it was exciting news for the project to be shortlisted.

"If this grant is successful, it will see the Wiradjuri Dreaming Centre become a regional hub for learning and education about the Wiradjuri culture,” Mayor Miller said.

Further information on the project can also be obtained by contacting Council’s Grants Officer Andrew Rawsthorne on 6850 2327 or email andrew.rawsthorne@forbes.nsw.gov.au