But, not before the Hawks Nest/Tea Gardens community has their say.

MidCoast Council is inviting members of the community to identify the improvements they believe would help the centre become more viable.

The structure, which included an existing hall building and a demountable building, failed to meet the needs of many community groups, forcing them to seek alternate venues for their activities, MidCoast Council community spaces, recreation and trades manager, Dan Aldridge said.

"We're asking these groups, along with other community members, to tell us what improvements they need to the centre, in order to make it fit for purpose," Mr Aldridge said.

"As part of the project the demountable building will be removed to make way for a renovation and extension to the existing community hall building, allowing for improved facilities under the one roof."

Community consultation will take place in two phases, firstly to identify community needs for the facility, and secondly to obtain feedback on design concepts developed as a result of this community input, which will be presented in a second consultation in November this year.

Two drop-in sessions will be held at MidCoast Council Tea Gardens district office on Wednesday, August 14 from 2-4pm and later that day from 5.30-7pm.

Everyone is welcome to drop in, meet with project team members and provide some input into their needs for the community centre, Mr Aldridge said.

"We'd like to hear how people use the space now, what facilities they need, and what would like to see included in the centre.

"This information will help us in preparing design concepts for the improvements."

You can also have your say online HERE before 4.30pm on Friday, August 16.

The $300,000 project will be funded through a Federal government community development grant.

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