Council is seeking community feedback on a proposal to sell the Army Road Hall in Pakenham Upper to the Cardinia Civic Concert Band for the certified market value of $20,000 (plus costs, excluding GST).

The Band has a long-standing connection to the site, having been based there for over 24 years. They are also recognised as the oldest band of their kind in Australia, and Council is pleased to support their continued success into the future. Due to the building’s deteriorating condition, the Band was relocated to another Council facility in recent years to ensure a safe and suitable environment.

The Hall, located on Lot 1 on TP238546B and Lot 1 on TP29705C, is in poor condition due to age, water damage, and limited investment over time. Despite this, the Band has expressed interest in purchasing the site and restoring it for their continued use and broader community benefit.

Council is proposing a direct sale to the Band, rather than placing the property on the open market. This approach is consistent with Council’s land sale guidelines and reflects the unique history and community value of the Band’s presence at the site.

Council is now inviting the community to provide feedback on this proposal. Before making a final decision, we want to hear your thoughts. Community engagement will be open for 4 weeks, and all feedback will be considered before a final decision is made.

The community can have their say on this proposal by making a written submission to council, providing full name, address and contact details for future correspondence via:

🗳️ Answer the survey below

📧Emailing Council’s Property Services team at mail@cardinia.vic.gov.au

📨Posting your submission to:

Cardinia Shire Council

Attn: Property Services team

PO Box 7 Pakenham 3810

Ensure submissions include a heading of ‘Submission proposal to sell the Army Road Hall’.

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