Rockhampton Regional Council advises the Mount Morgan community that the former Scout Hall will be removed next week to make way for a new open space.
Unused for many years, the building is in a state of disrepair and with its deteriorating condition and asbestos present, repairs have become difficult and costly.
Parks, Sport and Public Spaces Councillor Cherie Rutherford said works will commence from Monday 10 November and will take approximately three weeks to complete, weather dependent.
"While we had originally hoped a community group may be able to take on the hall, unfortunately due to the costs of repairing the building along with ongoing maintenance, this option has not been viable for the small number who expressed their interest," Cr Rutherford said.
"Council undertook community consultation regarding the future of the Scout Hall and received strong support for a new open space to be established at the site, with a great range of ideas about its ongoing use and development.
"As part of the removal, our intention is to save some of the historic pieces from the site for repurposing as part of the green space development."
Council plans to repurpose the Scout Hall signage for display and incorporate some of the existing railings to fence the site along with installing bench seating to take advantage of the existing shade.
"Mount Morgan is an important part of our wider Region, and I am proud of Council's ongoing investment in the township to ensure it continues to thrive and grow," Cr Rutherford said.
"We hope the new open space will complement the Mount Morgan township, giving locals and visitors a place to stop and enjoy."
