The Hon Kristy McBain MP 

Member for Eden-Monaro 

Dr Michael Holland

NSW Member for Bega

Parliamentary Secretary for Health and Regional Health

The Wandella community is now benefitting from their newly rebuilt hall, made possible by three levels of government working together to rebuild this much-loved and used community asset.

The Wandella Hall was destroyed in the Black Summer Bushfires and the community was heavily involved in co-designing the new hall.

The project was made possible with $1.29 million from the Australian and NSW Governments Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund, funded under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.

The hall has been designed as a flexible, multipurpose venue that is environmentally sustainable, accessible for all members of the community, and built to withstand future natural disasters.

With low ongoing operational and maintenance costs, the new hall is set to serve the community for years to come.

Quotes attributable to Member for Eden-Monaro, Kristy McBain:

“We are stronger when we work together – this project highlights the benefits of three levels of government working with community towards a shared vision.

“This new community space will be treasured by the Wandella community, and I look forward to attending events here in the years to come.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland:

“The new Wandella hall will greatly benefit the community, offering a place where events, meetings and local initiatives can thrive.

“The re-building of community infrastructure post bushfires is vital for strengthening community ties and supporting local wellbeing.”

Quotes attributable to Mayor, Russell Fitzpatrick:

“While officially opening the Wandella Hall in the company of the surrounding community, it’s easy to see the hall is more than just a building—it is a symbol of community strength and togetherness.

“We are proud to have worked alongside the Australian and NSW Governments, and the Wandella community to deliver a space that pays homage to the past while providing a valuable local hub for the future.”

"This new hall represents the resilience and spirit of Wandella, and we’re confident it will continue to be a cherished space for many generations to come.”