Collinsville Celebrates Turning The Sod On Community Hub

A milestone was marked in Collinsville on 2nd April, when Whitsunday Regional Council officials, Birriah Elders and community members met for a turning the sod ceremony for the new Collinsville Community Hub.

The event brought together Minister Dale Last - Member for Burdekin, Cr Michelle Wright - Division 4, Whitsunday Regional Council, Birriah Elders including Uncle Jim Gaston, and other interested locals.

A traditional smoking ceremony took place, in what Mayor Ry Collins called ‘a meaningful way to acknowledge the cultural significance of the site and mark this important step forward.’

“It’s fantastic to see construction already underway on this important Council project, which will revitalise a long-standing community space and deliver a modern hub for local groups, activities and connection,” Mayor Ry Collins shared.

“This project is about more than just a building — it’s about supporting the volunteers, organisations and community leaders who make Collinsville such a strong and resilient town.”

Once complete, the hub is intended to provide a welcoming home for the whole Collinsville community.

This project was supported through the Resources Community Infrastructure Fund.

“Our region has more than $20 billion worth of resources either mined or moving through our ports each year, and it’s important that we get our fair share and the royalties generated from this are invested back into our communities through projects like this,” Mayor Collins added.

“Looking forward to seeing this facility take shape over the coming months and the benefits it will bring for years to come.”

1- Mayor Ry Collins and MP Dale Last turn the sod.

2- The event brought together Whitsunday Regional Council with Birriah Elders and other interested locals.

3-  The new hub is intended to provide a welcoming home for the whole Collinsville community. Photo source: Facebook