Hinterland Grapevine - Renovations commence on Pattemore House

This is the first actual construction on The Precinct project and the house will be the first piece of infastructure to be put to public use.   The work should be finalised by June 30th, 2011.

“The house will be conserve for public use,”said Gail Denver, Secretary of the Friends of Pattemore House Society.    The Friends of Pattemore House was formed in mid 2008, and currently has many members, include several Pattemore descendants who at different times residend in this historic house.

The job will involve, along with making the house cyclone-proof using tie-down bracing, making toilets accessible, installing ramps for wheelchairs and fitting fire alarm devices.   This work is necessary to bring the heritage house up to public building standards.

Local Sunshine Coast Councillor, Ms Jenny McKay said she was pleased to see work starting.

She continued that the house will be able to be used by other precinct groups, council, and potentially other groups as a public events location.

“The conservation of Pattemore House is a big step in preserving Maleny’s history and culture and it’s wonderful that the house is part of the precinct.” said Ms Denver.

Last Updated ( Friday, 10 June 2011 )

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