An intergenerational community facility designed to bring people together through shared learning, recreation and social spaces.

Newport Youth Library & Seniors Centre

Fast Facts
Completed
2016
Client
Hobson’s Bay City Council
Sector
Community
Value
$7.5 million
Architect
Haskell Architects
Newport Youth Library and Seniors Centre
Paine Reserve, 13 Mason Street, Newport VIC 3015
Devco constructed the Newport Youth Library and Seniors Centre, a dual-purpose facility designed to serve multiple community groups.
The project includes a library, study areas, meeting rooms, seniors’ activity spaces, and outdoor areas. Sustainability features were incorporated to improve efficiency and comfort. Delivered in a community setting, the works required strong stakeholder engagement to balance diverse needs.
The facility fosters intergenerational connection and provides a welcoming, inclusive hub, showcasing Devco’s expertise in civic infrastructure that strengthens communities.







