The Sunbury Senior Citizens Centre will have a fresh new name when works finish.
The new name, Sunbury Seniors Hub, was adopted at Hume council’s August 11 meeting, to reflect the site’s transformation into a modern, inclusive and multipurpose facility for the older generation.
Cr Kate Hamley said it was a very exciting time for Sunbury’s oldest residents.
“The redevelopment presents council with a unique opportunity to consider a new name for the centre, one that honours the community’s long-standing connection to the facility while also aligning to its renewed identity purpose, and the evolving aspirations of elder residents today and beyond,” she said.
“Through the redevelopment of the project, user groups of the Sunbury Senior Citizens Centre have been actively engaged.
“The proposed name was decided in close consultation with these groups who are supportive of the new name for our new centre.”
Cr Naim Kurt said the new centre would set a new standard across the city.
“I think there is probably more work to do on a couple of our other senior citizen centre as well and this is going to be the shining light in the example for other senior centres to follow,” he said.
The Sunbury Seniors Hub is currently under construction, with the $4.3 million project to deliver a new and modern community facility. The project is being delivered through council’s 2025-26 budget, as well as state government funding.
Cr Hamley said it will deliver a range of services and spaces for Sunbury’s seniors.
“This exciting redevelopment will deliver a modern, purpose-built, multi-use facility in the heart of Sunbury that’s responsive to the needs of our elderly residents today and into the future,” she said.
“Once completed, the new centre will continue to serve as a vital space for residents in Sunbury and surrounding areas, offering a welcoming central space for social connection, community activities and support services.
“These spaces are increasingly important, especially as Sunbury’s population will continue to grow over the next 20 years.”
The new Sunbury Seniors Hub is expected to be completed by late 2025.
