Co-locating

Co-locating the two services together provides a range of opportunities for our community:

Background Information

What community have told us

What community have told us

We've been chatting with our community about several different concepts for the library and community centre since 2009. The most recent engagement was in 2018. Here are some of the things you value and would like to see.

  • A combined hub

    A central hub or a community meeting point is a good idea. The space should cater for all ages, cultural and interest groups.

  • Heritage and history

    The heritage value of the Henley Town Hall is important. It has always played an important role in the community and is a feature of Henley Beach.

  • Atmosphere

    The current spaces are welcoming and friendly.

  • Children's activities

    The Children's activities including story time are very popular.

  • Walkability

    People would like to see better pedestrian access from Seaview Road. This would link the building to other places such as Henley Square and Coast Park.

  • Parking

    Some say it's easy to park with a dedicated car park. Others have said the parking is used by people not visiting the library or the community centre and can sometimes be difficult.

  • Operating hours

    People have suggested extending opening hours and offering programs at different times so they suit a wide range of people in the community.

  • What should a new space offer?

    People have suggested the following activities at a new community hub:

    • Better technology
    • A café or central kitchen
    • Arts hub
    • Entrepreneurs/start up services
    • Green space
    • Promote local artists, writers and crafters
    • More meeting rooms
    • Tourist information

We are after your thoughts, stories and photos on the following:


1. What do you see as the big opportunities in creating a Henley community Hub?

2. What does Henley mean to you? Share a story or a photo about what Henley Beach means to you.

All the ideas shared here will inform the architects as they develop up a concept design.

Post your ideas below, it should take about 5 minutes of your time.