To support the population growth in Maitland and the broader Hunter region, the new Maitland Administration Centre is a hub to consolidate the Council workforce. Delivered in partnership with EJE Architecture, the centre creates an activated precinct, integrating the existing heritage listed Town Hall building – originally constructed in 1890 – with a modern workplace to support connection and collaboration.

Conservation of the rich heritage detail in the existing Town Hall was critical to the success of the project. The team worked closely with heritage consultants and a wider multidisciplinary team to ensure the unique built heritage was preserved – incorporating the existing Council Chamber. The revitalised heritage component has been given new life, now capable of housing community events and activities.

Conservation of the rich heritage detail in the existing Town Hall was critical to the success of the project

Blending old with new, the three storey Administration Centre is an activity base work environment comfortably housing 280 workstations, meeting rooms, offices and end of trip facilities. Designed to accommodate up to 360 staff, the Maitland Administration Centre is futureproofed for growth in staff numbers for the next 20 plus years.