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21 December, 2024
Kilcoy’s new hall
Kilcoy State High School (SHS) has officially opened its new $12million multipurpose hall on December 11, thanks to State Government funding.
The hall includes a court area, stage, a kinesiology learning space and practical lab, offices, amenities and two car parking spaces.
The facility will be available to the community and the school envisions it becoming a cultural precinct in the Somerset region.
Fitted out with performance stage, lighting and sound equipment, students will use the hall for the school’s arts program, various performances and sports events.
Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington said she had been championing the project alongside Kilcoy SHS P&C President, Tony Martin, since 2013.
She listed the project as one of her key priorities for funding during the 2020 elections and said she is “delighted” to see it completed.
“This multi-purpose hall is a long overdue asset for the entire community” Mrs Frecklington said.
“This type of facility will enable students to perform and play sports in an ultra-modern facility.
“Kilcoy SHS students will now have the ability to enjoy all weather events, all year round.
“I hope the hall will soon become a central hub for the wider community and that it will provide a gathering and celebration place for everyone in the Somerset”.
Ms Frecklington was joined by Somerset Mayor, Jason Wendt, the Minister for Education and the Arts, the Honourable John-Paul Langbroek, and Kilcoy SHS principal, Kim Williams, at the opening.
