Hindmarsh Park cottage up for demolition

Kiama Council has taken the first physical steps in preparing Hindmarsh Park for a $4 million upgrade, by removing the old cottage at the Shoalhaven Street end of the park.

The cottage was formerly the residence of the local NSW Ambulance Service. Council considered its renovation and reuse as part of the Hindmarsh Park upgrade, but the poor condition of the building, including the presence of asbestos and the absence of Heritage listing, means it must be demolished and all material removed.

Once the cottage is removed, the area will be temporarily turfed and will become part of Hindmarsh Park in readiness for the planned relocation of the bus shelter and installation of new bike parking facilities to service Hindmarsh Park and the broader Kiama Town