After months of trying to find a new tenant, bulldozers have been called into a Gold Coast sports club rich with local history.
After months of trying to find a new tenant, bulldozers have been called into a Gold Coast sports club rich with local history.
The Gold Coast City Council made the decision to raze the Kirra Sports Club due to the building's dilapidated condition. Once a vibrant community hub, the club offered a welcoming atmosphere, serving pub meals and hosting popular open mic nights.The Gold Coast City Council made the decision to raze the Kirra Sports Club due to the building's dilapidated condition.
"I used to go in there when I wasn't working and have a few drinks with a few people. It was always good for a chat," one local resident said. It was also the backyard clubhouse for the Coolangatta football team, but has been closed since 2020 after the building was declared to be in a state of disrepair by local council.After months of trying to find a new tenant, a demolition team was finally called in today.Local council is now in negotiations with junior and senior clubs about a future plan.
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