Construction on the Warriewood Valley Community Centre is moving along nicely, with solid progress made over the past few months.
Sitting right in the heart of Warriewood, this project is shaping up to be a proper community hub with spaces for all kinds of activities. The build is still on track to wrap up by late 2025.
How It All Started
Work on the Warriewood Valley Community Centre kicked off in April 2024 after the old Nelson Heather Centre was demolished. Groundbreaking followed in the last week of May 2024. Designed by TERROIR Architects and brought to life by Belmadar Pty Ltd, the building makes use of Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and Glue-Laminated Timber (GLT). These materials aren’t just strong—they’re sustainable too, making them a smart choice for a modern community space.
What’s Been Happening Lately
As of December 2024, there’s been a lot of action on-site. Most of the CLT and GLT framework is now in place, and you can really start to see the unique geometry of the building taking shape. Landscaping work is well underway, and they’ve been focusing on getting the foundations and accessibility features locked in.
The centre will include five multi-purpose halls, two meeting rooms, outdoor seating areas, and modern facilities. There’ll also be 78 parking spots, with five of them reserved for accessible parking.
Sustainability at Its Core
This project has always put sustainability right at the forefront, and it is clear when walking through the building, with solar panels, LED energy-efficient lighting, charging stations for electric cars, and a rainwater harvesting system that can hold 2,400 litres of water. To top all this off, they stuck with Australian-sourced timber, which supports local suppliers but also keeps the environmental footprint nice and low.
How the Community Will Benefit
Once finished, the Warriewood Valley Community Centre will offer flexible spaces for everything from events to workshops to casual meetups. The landscaped outdoor areas will add a nice spot for people to gather, relax, and enjoy some greenery.
What’s Next?
Looking ahead, the team will shift focus to internal fit-outs, finishing off the landscaping, and fine-tuning accessibility pathways. Locals can expect more updates by mid-2025 as things start to wrap up.
For all the latest updates, residents can head over to the NBC website or check out community info platforms for regular progress reports.
Published 29-Dec-2024
