The cafe is set for an exciting transformation in the New Year!

We’ve been hard at work behind the scenes to create a modern kitchen and counters that are perfect for the Hub Café.

In February 2025, you can look forward to new cabinetry in the front of house. To optimise the kitchen area, contractors will be moving the switchboard and upgrading the power to make room for more equipment and an exhaust canopy.

Here’s a little sneak preview of what’s in store!

At the end of September, the Eagle Point Caravan Park was leased to a private operator who has opted not to continue using the office space or running the convenience store at this time. In the meantime, the Hub Café will be stocking essential items for both the community and visitors, such as fresh bread, milk, butter, and the local newspaper... don’t forget the bug spray and ice cream!

The Hub Café will also be open longer over the peak season, starting at 7:30 am with a fresh new summer menu. Don’t miss out on the chance to grab a loyalty card for a free coffee on your 10th visit!

If you’re looking to cater your meetings or events at the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub, reach out to Jody at the Café on 0400 675 907 to get it organised.

The community meeting rooms are now available for booking!

To make a booking contact us on 5153 9500 or email feedback@egipps.vic.gov.au

The development of the Eagle Point Foreshore Precinct has been undertaken through a number of different projects. The construction of the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub was completed in December 2023. An all-abilities pathway was also completed through a separate project within the Foreshore Precinct.

We aren’t done yet!

We recognise there is still some work to do, and thanks to feedback from our community we are working to rectify issues as they arise and are now considering some further works to enhance this great facility.

Some of the garden beds still require planting because the timing of the Hub’s completion does not lend itself to planting now; we normally avoid planting in Summer due to heat and lower plant success rates. Plants will be selected to achieve a balance between greenery and to create a visually appealing landscape while minimising obstruction to views, addressing the community’s desire for aesthetics without compromising the scenic aspects.

Planting will likely occur in Autumn to give the plants time to establish roots, prior to the summer heat. This will be subject to plant availability. If the weather is milder and wetter than expected, we will bring this timing forward.

This area of the foreshore is now being used by a larger number of visitors and there have been several requests for pathway access connecting the Hub to the jetty since the completion of the new building. Access to the Eagle Point Jetty was outside the funded activities for the development of the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub civic works. Council is engaging with Gippsland Ports regarding this issue.

Council is currently seeking expressions of interest for the long-term management and operation of the Hub’s café, which has been temporarily setup to serve the community over summer. Given the spectacular outlook and location in a growing active community, this is an exciting business opportunity in a new architectural building which connects the strong cultural history and unique lifestyle of the Eagle Point community. To express interest visit: Tenders (eastgippsland.vic.gov.au)

The café space will be fitted-out for the new owner to walk in, apply their own personal touches and commence business. The friendly team from the Eagle Point Caravan Park are managing the café until a suitable tenant is contracted. Please feel free to bring your own keep cup as the friendly team will be happy to put your coffee in it. Once the new operator is established, they will use their own plates and cutlery in the café and may provide some shade through the use of café/market umbrellas on the deck when weather permits.

Shade is provided throughout the Foreshore Precinct by the numerous established trees, the large pavilion, and the new building. The playground was designed by Enlocus Landscape Architects in line with community feedback which identified the desire for a natural playground to challenge young imaginations. The play area caters to the growing population of families with children of various ages and abilities.

There is some play equipment which is designed to provide a slightly more challenging play experience for children who enjoy climbing and balancing, and there is also other equipment available which is appropriate for smaller children to use. Providing a playground for children of different ages and abilities promotes inclusivity and ensures that all kids can enjoy the play area.

This beautiful new architectural building and community recreational space is already serving as a central hub for social activities, and events, promoting and fostering a sense of community.

Further project updates will be provided on Your Say; an email will be distributed to those who have signed up to follow the project on Your Say when important information is available and key milestones are achieved.

We welcome your continued interest in this project.

YouTube - Eagle Point Foreshore Hub on 30 December 2023

The Eagle Point Foreshore Hub played the perfect backdrop for the fun at the Eagle Point Foreshore Food Truck and Music Night along the foreshore at Eagle Point on 30 December 2023 from 5pm!

🎤Mick Harrington provided the live tunes.

🍩Food vans served some delicious food!

The heavy rainfall over the last few weeks did its best to delay works. But have no fear, completion of the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub is imminent!

A set date for completion has not been scheduled at this time, but it is approaching fast as the team works hard to deliver this important project for the community.

Our Eagle Point Caravan Park team are relocating into their new home at the Eagle Point Foreshore Hub next week. The park office will be closed on Monday 18 December 2023 while they relocate to their beautiful new space. We anticipate the Caravan Park office will open in the foreshore hub on Tuesday 19 December 2023, and they look forward to welcoming park visitors.

There are some small things to be done and it is still a working site; the builder's fence will remain in place while they complete final touches, and our Caravan Park staff need to move in and set-up before the doors are opened.

The café has temporarily been fitted out and our friendly Caravan Park team members will serve the community over summer. The new kitchen and café space will be positioned in the first quarter of 2024.

We look forward to welcoming our community very soon and request patience while we complete the final elements.

The new Eagle Point Foreshore Hub is looking fabulous!

Hub Building

• The roof cladding and capping are nearing completion.
• All windows and doors are now installed.
• Internal plastering works have begun.
• The concrete stairs and paths on the North side have been laid.
• The concrete base for the bleacher seating now placed.
• Works are progressing on the concrete zig zag access ramp.
• The external timber and steel wall cladding nearing completion.
• The curved concrete seating at the front of the building has been installed.
• Some internal oiling of the exposed timber rafters has taken place.

Car park

Initial line-marking of the new car park is complete.

School Road

Line marking and signage in School Road are complete.

The Playground

The playground has been designed by Enlocus Landscape Architects and will have swings, slides, and some play equipment to challenge young imaginations! Here are some concept images to give you an idea of what to expect -

The new asphalt road pavement and road safety improvement works to School Road have been completed with line marking.

The roof cladding has commenced, and external metal wall cladding has been installed. The installation of window frames and glazing is well underway.

Additional concrete paving has been completed as well as the curved concrete seating. Bleacher seating on the water side of the building is taking shape.

Large rock is being installed to define spaces and to support and retain levels. The rock will be softened by mass native planting and landscaping.