Gilgandra Library + Community Hub | DunnHillam Architecture + Urban Design

The Gilgandra Library + Community Hub transforms a former Target Country building into the town's vibrant civic heart, demonstrating how adaptive reuse can revitalise heritage main streets while delivering exceptional community value. Located at the centre of Gilgandra's heritage precinct, the library accommodates diverse programming from youth robotics competitions and music recording to business incubation and community events. The design extends beyond the building to include a reimagined plaza that creates an "outdoor living room" connecting Miller Street to the Castlereagh River through native landscaping and event facilities. Flood-resilient design ensures century-long durability, while flexible interior planning supports the ambitious programming envisioned by local librarians. The project exemplifies sustainable civic infrastructure, retaining embodied energy through adaptive reuse while creating a dynamic community asset that strengthens Gilgandra's cultural and economic capacity for future generations.