The City of Victor Harbor is asking locals to Imagine a new community hub that provides a place for people of all ages to connect through sport, recreation or social activities.

It has prepared a draft concept design for a Regional Community, Sport and Recreation Precinct, which draws on feedback from previous consultations and other research, 

Located at Lot 202 Armstrong Road, behind the TAFE site, The Precinct aims to provide a multi-purpose indoor facility that sits within a landscape of community open spaces.

Mayor Dr Moira Jenkins says comprehensive investigations, research and engagement has been undertaken to inform the development of a concept plan.

She has thanked everyone who shared their thoughts and provided valuable information as part of earlier consultation stages.

“This is an important project and investment for the future of Victor Harbor. Our community has to be at the heart of every step we take, and every decision we make.

“The concept plan aims to include several flexible community spaces that can be used for a range of different activities. This will help to activate the space and also to make the facility sustainable because the more people that use it, the better.”

The concept design includes four multi-purpose courts, a regional gymnastics facility, flexible multi-purpose community space, café with kitchen, function area, administration and storage areas.

There is also a plaza area, car parking and outdoor community recreation spaces.

The council has called for community feedback on the draft concept plan for The Precinct and its indicative costs and average impact on rates. 

The project team will hold two community listening post at Victor Central shopping centre on Wednesday 1 February and Wednesday 8 February between 10am and 4pm.

“We know there are many indoor sport and recreation groups eagerly waiting for this new facility,” Mayor Jenkins says.

“While Council is currently planning for the entire Precinct development, future consideration will be given to the possibility of staging the project to see some elements delivered sooner than others.”

To view the draft concept plan and complete a feedback survey, visit the City of Victor Harbor website.

The consultation period closes at 5pm on Friday 17 February.