CONSTRUCTION of the $108.7 million Hervey Bay City Centre community hub is full steam ahead, with a new crane installed.

The flat top tower crane is 45 metres tall with a 70-metre arm, and will be used to help move heavy materials around during construction of the new five storey building on the corner of Main Street and Torquay Road in Pialba.

The project, which is supported by $40 million from the Australian Government, and additional funding from Fraser Coast Regional Council, is now six months into what will be a two-and-a-half-year build – due for completion in mid-2026.

The new community hub will include a Disaster Resilience Centre, an expanded library over two levels, a new public plaza, and flexible spaces for meetings and events.

More than three-quarters of this development will be community space, with the new hub to be the community’s one-stop spot for learning, socialising and accessing council services.

The project is funded through the Hinkler Regional Deal - a partnership between the Australian Government, Fraser Coast Regional Council and Bundaberg Regional Council that seeks to build on the area’s strengths to provide economic growth and long-term employment.

More details on the project is available on Council’s Engagement Hub www.frasercoast.engagementhub.com.au

Fraser Coast Regional Councillor, Daniel Sanderson said, “National construction company Hansen Yuncken began work on the new Hervey Bay City Centre community hub in January, and the project has now reached a significant milestone with the installation of the crane in the middle of the site.”

“With an expanded library spanning two levels, an outdoor public plaza and versatile community spaces that can be booked day and night, the new community hub will become a focal point for both residents and Council operations.

“This transformational project for Hervey Bay will revitalise the Hervey Bay city centre, create jobs and drive business investment.”