A new civic and cultural precinct for Queanbeyan

The Nellie Hamilton Centre

Creating a cultural and civic precinct was key to Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council’s plans to rejuvenate the Queanbeyan Central Business District (CBD). The project aimed to stimulate activity in the area, attracting people and workers to the heart of the CBD. It was also an opportunity to consolidate its staff, previously housed across 11 buildings, into one modern head office.

How we helped

TCorp provided a $39.7mn loan to help fund the Queanbeyan Civic and Cultural Precinct. The complex is now formally known as the Nellie Hamilton Centre, named after a prominent First Nations elder from the late 19th century.

The development is an essential component of the council’s CBD Transformation Strategy, linking together arts, cultural and civic buildings including the Bicentennial Hall, The Q Theatre, and the new Queanbeyan public library.

Surrounding public and commercial spaces in the development have been modernised and new council chambers have been built. Council staff have been brought together after previously being housed in 11 buildings throughout the CBD. Construction was completed in December 2023.

Client feedback

“Constructing the civic and cultural precinct, the Nellie Hamilton Centre has been transformative for Council as a workplace, as we have finally been able to get our Queanbeyan staff into one building. But it is also a key part of our ongoing CBD transformation as it brings workers into the CBD and frees up other land for redevelopment.”

Rebecca Ryan
General Manager, Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council