Edward River Council has announced construction is underway on a much-anticipated upgrade of the Peppin Heritage Centre Museum, marking the next exciting phase in the revitalisation one of Deniliquin’s most treasured cultural assets.
Following the completion of planning, design and pre-construction, works have commenced and will continue through to spring. The project is being delivered with $714,000 in funding from the NSW Government.
The construction phase will deliver a significant transformation to the museum’s internal spaces, including building works, new lighting and a reconfiguration of the layout to create a more engaging and accessible visitor experience.
At the heart of the upgrade is a reimagined approach to storytelling, with custom- designed exhibition displays curated by Peter Tonkin of 3D Projects, alongside multimedia elements including projections, descriptive labelling and new interpretive panels that bring the region’s history to life in contemporary and engaging ways.
Minister for Regional NSW, Tara Moriarty said the NSW Government was proud to support projects like the Peppin Heritage Centre Museum upgrade, which celebrate the unique stories and identity of regional communities.
“This investment will help ensure Deniliquin continues to be a vibrant destination where locals and visitors can connect with the region’s rich history in new and engaging ways,” Minister Moriarty said.
“The revitalised museum will provide an important space for future generations to learn about the Edward River region’s heritage while embracing modern, interactive storytelling and it’s fantastic to see this project moving into construction.”
The Peppin Museum is part of the broader Peppin Heritage Centre complex, which also includes the Visitor Information Centre and the Peppin Heritage Centre Gallery – both highly valued and well-visited community assets that continue to welcome locals and visitors year-round.
Council CEO, Jack Bond said the start of construction signals an exciting step forward for the project.
“We are now moving into a phase that will transform how our region’s stories are shared, creating a more immersive and engaging experience for visitors of all ages,” Mr Bond said.
Mayor, Ashley Hall said the upgraded museum will play a key role in strengthening the region’s cultural offering.
“This project will establish the Peppin Heritage Centre as a true centrepiece for showcasing the rich and fascinating history of the Edward River region,” Mayor Hall said.
“It will be a place where locals and visitors alike can discover how our community came to be and how it has evolved into what it is today.”
Once complete, Council says the revitalised museum will create exciting new opportunities for schools, community groups and visitors to connect with the region’s heritage through interactive and contemporary displays.
