- Perth Concert Hall revitalisation project awarded to Australian company ADCO Constructions
- Demolition underway as the historic Perth Concert Hall gets a $150.3 million facelift
- Part of the Cook Government's plan to diversify WA's economy, help grow our creative industries and attract investment to Western Australia
- A newly released fly-through offers a sneak peek at the forecourts and refurbished interior
Works have begun on the $150.3 million transformation of the historic Perth Concert Hall.
Australian construction company ADCO Constructions is breaking ground on essential structural work required to restore the integrity of the heritage-listed building.
This project is a key part of Western Australia's economic diversification strategy to help grow creative industries and attract investment to Western Australia.
A digital fly-through of the Perth Concert Hall project, released today, shows a new and improved entry experience, through a redesigned and landscaped forecourt to create a more connected and welcoming approach to the venue.
The revitalisation also includes internal refurbishments such as the creation of a home for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra including office and rehearsal spaces, new bar areas and events spaces. The auditorium entry, lifts and stairs will also be remodelled to improve venue accessibility.
Updated seating, lighting and backstage facilities have been carefully considered to preserve the venue's distinctive features and internationally renowned acoustic features.
The Perth Concert Hall Redevelopment is one of 14 projects under the $1.7 billion Perth City Deal partnership.
The $150.3 million investment includes $134.3 million in State Government funding, $12 million from the Commonwealth Government and $4 million from the City of Perth.
The popular concert venue was the first Australian concert hall built after World War II.
As stated by WA Premier Roger Cook:
"I'm extremely proud that we are securing the future of this iconic Perth building which has been a significant part of the fabric of Perth's cultural community and the home of music in WA for 50 years.
"This is part of the WA Government's broader plan to grow local talent, build creative career pathways and entice international investment that will build WA a more successful, sustainable and vibrant creative sector.
"By investing in the creative industries, we are helping to diversify our economy and creating quality jobs right here in WA."
As stated by Creative Industries Minister Simone McGurk:
"It is exciting that work has begun to revitalise this important historic venue. These refurbishments will benefit artists, audiences and the community for decades to come.
"The revitalised Perth Concert Hall will offer improved facilities for broader community engagement and will once again provide a home for the West Australian Symphony Orchestra when it reopens in 2028."
As stated by Federal Member for Perth Patrick Gorman:
"As one of the key projects under the $1.7 billion Perth City Deal, the Perth Concert Hall Redevelopment project will help capitalise on the city's historical and cultural strengths.
"Through the Perth City Deal partnership, the Australian Government is investing $532.7 million to projects like this one - and just like the ECU City Campus project, the WACA Upgrade, East Perth Common Ground, and the Boorloo (Causeway) Bridge - these projects are key to helping improve Perth's liveability, our cultural and tourism industries, and to help add vibrancy and amenity to Perth's CBD and grow our amazing city."
As stated by Perth MLA John Carey:
"The Perth Concert Hall is an important cultural institution for our city and it's great to see progress on its revitalisation.
"Our government is delivering on a number of landmark projects that are transforming Perth, including the concert hall, ECU City Campus and a new inner-city primary school in East Perth."
