Central Coast Council together with the University of Newcastle have announced an exciting collaboration in the soon-to-be completed Gosford Regional Library.

Located on the top floor of the new Library, the ‘MakerSpace’ will provide an inclusive space for students, community members and local businesses to learn, create and innovate using low and high-tech equipment, with the aim to foster social connection, develop technical skills, encourage experimentation and cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The MakerSpace will be run by both Council and the University – ensuring it offers a service and opportunity for students and the broader community alike.

The new Gosford Regional Library is a modern and iconic building in the heart of the Gosford central business district, which will add to the growing capabilities and offerings of the city and the region as a whole.

Under the agreement, the University of Newcastle will provide modern equipment as well as the expertise of its staff to work alongside Council staff to deliver creative opportunities for the community and university students. Equipment in the MakerSpace will include 3D printing machines, virtual reality goggles, sewing machines and Cricut machines. 

The opening of the Regional Library in late July/early August will be significant in the opportunities it will offer across all demographics of the community.

The $32.7m project is jointly funded with $7 million from the Australian Government’s Community Development Grant Program and Council’s collection of developer contributions, special levies (collected by former Gosford City Council) and Council funds restricted to this project.

For more information including frequently asked questions (FAQs), concept plans and all updates on the project, search ‘Gosford Regional Library at centralcoast.nsw.gov.au