The Hobsons Bay Community Arts Centre, known as 'The
Substation', is a high profile community project within the
suburb of Newport in the inner west of Melbourne.
The building itself is an imposing brick structure
located within Newport village.
Originally
used to convert electricity for the railways for half a
century, Newport’s substation is one of the oldest in the
metropolitan system, and also one of the largest.
Once
operations at the substation ceased in the late 1960s, the
building was left abandoned and derelict for 27 years.
In 1996 local residents embarked on the enormous
task of restoring the building and converting it into a
community arts facility.
After 12 years of hard work The Substation has officially
opened its doors to the public, artists, musicians,
performers and community groups.
The Substation will provide multi-purpose studios,
workshops, a large performance space, galleries, and
rehearsal space for community groups, artists and
performers.
The Substation redevelopment has taken many years
of hard work and support from the local community,
business sponsors, Hobsons Bay City Council and the
State Government.
For further information, or to become a member and get involved in the project, please contact us.
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