Published on Tuesday, 10 February 2026 at 3:44:29 PM
The Shire of Denmark Council has paved the way for more accessible community services and better use of local facilities by endorsing a series of exciting relocations that will strengthen service delivery of the Denmark Library and Denmark Arts, ensuring our community continues to benefit from these integral public spaces.
Following Council’s decision, in late 2025, to support moving the Denmark Library to the Visitors Centre building, Council has also endorsed the relocation of Denmark Arts to the Library site following the departure of the Library to support the longer‑term vision for a consolidated arts and cultural precinct in the heart of town.
Shire President, Aaron Wiggins, said that Council has been working through the moves for some time and, while appreciating that change can be hard to accept, is hopeful people see the exciting futures made possible for the Library and Denmark Arts, by housing them in more accessible and prominent buildings.
“Council’s hope is that these buildings will better reflect the work, effort and dedication of our Library staff and that Denmark Arts can shine in the centre of town and find great synergy being next to the civic centre,” Cr Wiggins said.
Denmark Arts’ move responds to urgent work health and safety concerns at their current premises, where ongoing structural deterioration has made winter occupancy untenable, as well as the need for a high-visibility focal point in the town centre following the Library’s planned relocation to the Visitors Centre building.
Denmark Arts Director Abbie Pedersen said this transition represents a positive shift for Denmark Arts to be more visible, more connected, and more accessible to our community.
“While leaving our current location is bittersweet, we’re excited about the opportunities a central location will bring to our programming, and allowing Denmark Arts to connect more closely with our community artists and strengthen the town’s arts and cultural identity.” Mrs Pederson said.
Timeframes and final designs have not yet been confirmed, and the transition will require close collaboration with the Denmark Library, Denmark Arts and other community groups, to minimise disruption and ensure services continue.
Independent assessments indicate that the old lodge building currently housing Denmark Arts requires substantial investment to remain operational, and Council will decide on the building's future, including any potential purpose, in due course.
“While this is exciting, these relocations will take an extended amount of time for the necessary preparations to be made, and I must ask for patience while the decision is finalised and the work commences,” Cr Wiggins said.
Image provided by Denmark Arts
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