Member for Albury Justin Clancy, Federation Council Mayor Pat Bourke, Urana Waterfront Pavilion Building Committee Chair Bruce Mallon and Yuluma Cullivel Bus Committee Member and former Urana Shire Councillor Alan Urquhart at the plaque unveiling.
Residents of Urana and special guests recently came together to celebrate mark the official opening of the long-awaited Waterfront Pavilion, nestled on the banks of the Urana Aquatic Centre.
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Member for Albury Justin Clancy, Federation Council Mayor Pat Bourke, Urana Waterfront Pavilion Building Committee Chair Bruce Mallon and Yuluma Cullivel Bus Committee Member and former Urana Shire Councillor Alan Urquhart were present to celebrate the vision for the incredible community space.
At the official opening on September 1, Mayor Bourke paid tribute to the architectural marvel and said Urana is blessed with this beautiful multipurpose complex, purpose built to hold events and celebrations including milestones, weddings, reunions and other occasions.
“I couldn’t be happier for what our community has achieved in the delivery of this building,” Mayor Bourke said.
“This project is a credit to everyone involved and I would like to thank each and every one of you who have supported the vision that has led to the incredible space that we stand in today.”
The building, which is truly unique in its design, features three hipped roof forms that grow in height toward the lake’s edge – almost like a hipped roof mini ‘Sydney Opera House’ in rural New South Wales.
The building was designed by Corowa based Architect Philip Nielsen of Regional Design Services and built by Kennedy Builders.
In 2021 the building received a Commendation for Public Architecture and the Vision Award at the Australian Institute of Architects 2021 NSW Country Division Architecture Awards.
Urana’s waterfront wonder. Photo by Georgie James.
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Member for Albury Justin Clancy said it was “an absolute joy to be at the official opening”.
“I’m so chuffed to witness what the Urana community has achieved - a beautiful new centre nestled in what has got to be one of the prettiest spots in the Riverina.”
The Waterfront Pavilion project was proudly funded by the Yuluma Cullivel Bus Committee, NSW Government Stronger Country Communities Fund and Federation Council.
The whole complex, or just the function and/or meeting room can be hired. All main rooms are situated to reveal water views from every window.
The Sunset Room holds between 100 and 120 guests with a dance floor, access to the kitchen, crockery, cutlery, and glasses supplied, alcohol packages and liquor licence, caterers’ entrance, and more. The Red Gum Room is available for meetings or small groups of up to 30 people.
