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More people will soon be able to enjoy Mildura’s scenic Murray River with major building works to begin next month on the next stage of a popular waterfront precinct. The project includes upgrades to the existing Powerhouse building and the creation of a Village Square featuring an in-depth digital information platform, café, outdoor area, public amenities and carpark.

The Victorian Government is investing $5.5 million in the second stage of the Powerhouse redevelopment through two grants from the Building Works package and the Regional Infrastructure Fund.

The designs were released for the second stage of the Powerhouse Precinct in September last year, which followed extensive community input.

The designs also include transforming the former Powerhouse basement space into a multi-use arts area, a kitchen to help cater for events, flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces and a large outdoor shade structure. The second stage of the Precinct will be built with new landscaping to match the rest of the redeveloped riverfront.

Stage one of the project was completed in 2017, and included an interactive splash park, outdoor gym equipment, public art sculptures and improved accessibility. Three million people have visited the Mildura riverfront since stage one’s completion.

Image: Mildura Powerhouse concept

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