Wingecarribee Council has been unsuccessful in securing the funding it needs to restore the Mittagong Memorial Hall and Playhouse.
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Last week the Federal Government announced the winners from round one of its Growing Regions Program.
On Tuesday, May 21 the council said via a press statement that it had been unsuccessful.
"Wingecarribee Shire Council submitted an EOI (expression of interest) and a detailed business case to the Growing Regions Program in February," the statement said.
"As part of this, the council provided extensive information, compelling justification and support for the project.
"Despite our best efforts, we were unsuccessful and without grant funding, the project is on hold."
The decision came from an independent structural engineer who found the structural integrity of the roof and walls had been compromised.
At that time there were reports that that the ceiling had bowed and questions were raised the stability of the wall closest to the car park.
Communities and place director Adan Davis delivered a report detailing the calculation of cost for the Mittagong Playhouse project to a meeting of the council in October last year.
Mr May reiterated his "confidence" via Tuesday's press statement.
"I am confident we will get a grant one way or another from the state or federal governments," he said.
"Council will be maintaining its 50 percent share in budgets in anticipation, but unfortunately, like everything else, the price will increase."
The funding amount applied for was $4.3 million and would have helped to bridge the funding gap the council requires to undertake the project.
"We would like to thank Federal MP for Whitlam, Stephen Jones, for his continued support throughout the application process," the statement said.
"Whilst we are very disappointed with this outcome Council will continue to seek further funding opportunities.
"All approvals are in place, and we're ready to request tenders once funding is obtained."
More Wingecarribee Council news is available online.
Sally Foy
Regional reporter based in the Southern Highlands. I am also a mother and advocate for children with a disability and epilepsy.
Regional reporter based in the Southern Highlands. I am also a mother and advocate for children with a disability and epilepsy.
