Future use of the former Wesleyan Church
Calling for community voice!
Mount Alexander Shire Council has completed restoration works on the Wesleyan Church in Chewton and is now seeking community input on its future use.
Located at 205 Main Road, the church was built in the 1850s and has been vacant since 2010. Although Council resolved to sell the building in 2017, strong community advocacy led Councillors to reverse the decision in 2021 and commit to restoring the site. Restoration began in November 2022 and are now complete.
The building sits beside a small community hall, a large green space, and dedicated parking, offering potential for the site to be used as a community precinct. Council is keen to speak with community members about how they think the space could be used.
Community members are invited to share their ideas throughout August as per below:
- Friday 1 August - Shape page comments board open (on-line, below).
- Friday 15 August - Listening Post: Mayor Rosie Annear at the Heron Cafe, Chewton (next to the Chewton Post Office), 8am–10am.
- Saturday 16 August - Listening Post: Councilor Phillip Walker at Wesley Hill Market, 10am–1pm.
- Saturday 30 August - Community Conversation: Mayor Rosie Annear, Councilor Phillip Walker and Council staff at the Wesleyan Church 12pm – 3pm.
Consultation closes Sunday 31 August 2025
We invite you to leave your comments and ideas here!
Please provide comments and ideas on the future use of the Wesleyan Church here and enjoy the ongoing conversation with our community. (max 140 characters).
22 August, 2025
Hilary says:
So much amazing music has been played in this beautiful building in the past and it would be wonderful to hear amazing music there again!
12 August, 2025
Chewton Chap says:
A community space to hire, seniors exercise classes, art/craft exhibitions, performance space for choirs, theatre, musical groups.
6 August, 2025
Aurora says:
Occasional child care, playgroups. Community space.
1 August, 2025
Fleas mum says:
A monthly market whether this be baking/fruit vege swap or car boot sale. Use green space for community garden.
1 August, 2025
Brightspark says:
Occasional child care ,like Maldon. Emergency accomadation and food for people sleeping rough.
1 August, 2025
Hollie says:
A 'Community Space' catering;
* Bible Study Groups
* Guest Speakers
* 'Meals on Wheels' volunteer service
* Community Garden
* Games
30 July, 2025
Jennies says:
- Community exercise sessions
- Tai Chi / Pilates / Meditation sessions.
- Playgroups / pre-school activities
- Dances
30 July, 2025
Kerry says:
A mix of uses would be ideal - don't lock it up to just one group. All users should pay to contribute to its upkeep and operational costs.
30 July, 2025
Ana says:
1) Psychic fair
2) Free use for volunteer based training courses
3) Movie night
Explore the newly refurbished Wesleyan Church
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