Lane Cove Cultural Infrastructure and Activation Program

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Council is currently reviewing feedback, and will be hosting focus groups in mid-November 2025. If you would like to participate, please email cultural@lanecove.nsw.gov.au.

Register for a focus group on 11 or 12 November here

Background

Council has been invited to apply for Australian Government funding under the Major and Local Community Infrastructure Program (MLCIP) (2025 Federal Election commitments and the 2025–26 Budget). In preparation, Lane Cove Council is proposing a coordinated network of cultural spaces, infrastructure and platforms across the LGA to increase equitable access to arts and cultural opportunities, grow local creative industries, and enliven public spaces year‑round.

What is being proposed:

  1. Gallery Lane Cove Rooftop Outdoor Room – An all‑weather rooftop space for arts education, small performances and community workshops.
  2. Gallery Lane Cove Studios (Car Park Conversion) – 3–6 flexible studios/workshop spaces to support artists‑in‑residence and community creative learning (with alternative options including modular container studios or repurposing the former Centre House building).
  3. Plug‑and‑Play Infrastructure – Permanent power and AV points in key parks and public spaces to enable low‑cost, generator‑free performances and events.
  4. Visual Artwalk – A trail of modular plinths for sculpture and community‑created artworks across the village and neighbourhood hubs.
  5. Digital Art Trail (Smart Cultural Signage) – Weather‑resistant digital displays showing rotating digital art and dynamic Council messaging.
  6. 24 Hour Library – Installation of 24-hour loans through library lockers in key locations and a trial program of unstaffed extended hours for Greenwich Library and study spaces.

Purpose of this Consultation

We’re seeking your input to:

  • Inform stakeholders and the community about the proposed investments.
  • Understand how the spaces can best meet local needs.
  • Identify any concerns, risks or opportunities.
  • Build shared ownership and participation in the design and delivery of the program.

How your feedback will be used
All feedback will be collated into a Consultation Summary Report outlining engagement reach, key themes raised and recommendations for design and delivery. A Report to Council will be prepared prior to final design development and funding submission.


How to Have Your Say

  • Review the documents below that outline key information regarding each proposal
  • Take the online survey below
  • Participate in a targeted workshops with cultural stakeholders and youth. You can provide your expression of interest below
  • Council will also undertake sector focus groups with the cultural and creative community and one‑on‑one briefings with key partners. if you would like to be included, please email cultural@lanecove.nsw.gov.au

Proposals

Please read each proposal fact sheet before participating:

  1. Gallery Lane Cove Roof Top Conversion
  2. Gallery Lane Cove Studio Expansion
  3. Plug and Play Infrastructure
  4. Visual Artwalk
  5. Digital Artwalk
  6. 24/7 Library Access and Lockers

Council is currently reviewing feedback, and will be hosting focus groups in mid-November 2025. If you would like to participate, please email cultural@lanecove.nsw.gov.au.

Register for a focus group on 11 or 12 November here

Background

Council has been invited to apply for Australian Government funding under the Major and Local Community Infrastructure Program (MLCIP) (2025 Federal Election commitments and the 2025–26 Budget). In preparation, Lane Cove Council is proposing a coordinated network of cultural spaces, infrastructure and platforms across the LGA to increase equitable access to arts and cultural opportunities, grow local creative industries, and enliven public spaces year‑round.

What is being proposed:

  1. Gallery Lane Cove Rooftop Outdoor Room – An all‑weather rooftop space for arts education, small performances and community workshops.
  2. Gallery Lane Cove Studios (Car Park Conversion) – 3–6 flexible studios/workshop spaces to support artists‑in‑residence and community creative learning (with alternative options including modular container studios or repurposing the former Centre House building).
  3. Plug‑and‑Play Infrastructure – Permanent power and AV points in key parks and public spaces to enable low‑cost, generator‑free performances and events.
  4. Visual Artwalk – A trail of modular plinths for sculpture and community‑created artworks across the village and neighbourhood hubs.
  5. Digital Art Trail (Smart Cultural Signage) – Weather‑resistant digital displays showing rotating digital art and dynamic Council messaging.
  6. 24 Hour Library – Installation of 24-hour loans through library lockers in key locations and a trial program of unstaffed extended hours for Greenwich Library and study spaces.

Purpose of this Consultation

We’re seeking your input to:

  • Inform stakeholders and the community about the proposed investments.
  • Understand how the spaces can best meet local needs.
  • Identify any concerns, risks or opportunities.
  • Build shared ownership and participation in the design and delivery of the program.

How your feedback will be used
All feedback will be collated into a Consultation Summary Report outlining engagement reach, key themes raised and recommendations for design and delivery. A Report to Council will be prepared prior to final design development and funding submission.


How to Have Your Say

  • Review the documents below that outline key information regarding each proposal
  • Take the online survey below
  • Participate in a targeted workshops with cultural stakeholders and youth. You can provide your expression of interest below
  • Council will also undertake sector focus groups with the cultural and creative community and one‑on‑one briefings with key partners. if you would like to be included, please email cultural@lanecove.nsw.gov.au

Proposals

Please read each proposal fact sheet before participating:

  1. Gallery Lane Cove Roof Top Conversion
  2. Gallery Lane Cove Studio Expansion
  3. Plug and Play Infrastructure
  4. Visual Artwalk
  5. Digital Artwalk
  6. 24/7 Library Access and Lockers
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