March 29th, 2022Rethink The Rex

A public meeting to Rethink The Rex will be held at the Daylesford Town Hall on Tuesday, April 5 from 6pm.

Group convenor Jules McDonald said the sudden decision by Hepburn Shire Council in November last year to sell the Rex against the recommendation of council officers, had prompted the formation of the Rethink The Rex community group aimed at halting the sale pending a proper community consultation.
“The group has been researching the appalling processes that have occurred since council purchased the building in 2016 and will provide this to the meeting.
“The heritage value of the building, identified youth and community needs, alternatives to sale, potential private and public use of the building and site, financial perspectives and innovative ideas will be presented together with some inspirational initiatives from other regional areas. The thorny issue of ‘to sell or not to sell’ will also be explored.”
Ms McDonald said community members will have opportunity to express their views and ask questions.