Call for Expressions of Interest for Use of the Island Sanctuary Office

Overview Edward River Council invites Expressions of Interest (EOI) from individuals, community groups, businesses and organisations interested in utilising the Island Sanctuary Office Building, located at 169 Cressy Street (cnr Sanctuary Lane), Deniliquin NSW. Purpose The purpose of this EOI is to identify parties interested in making appropriate and sustainable use of the Island Sanctuary Office Building. Council welcomes proposals that demonstrate a suitable use and activation of the building, provide community, economic and/or local benefit, and align with the priorities and objectives outlined in Edward River Council's Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program. Applicants are encouraged to consider Council's strategic priorities when developing their proposal, noting that the Community Strategic Plan identifies the community's longer-term goals and aspirations, while the Delivery Program translates these priorities into Council activities and actions. Facility Details Facilities available: Small, partitioned office/building space and associated amenities. Further details can be provided to interested parties or discussed during a site inspection, subject to staff availability Potential uses: Office or administration space, community or not-for-profit activities, professional services, educational or training activities, arts or cultural activities, or other uses considered appropriate for the facility and its location Any proposed use will be subject to the suitability of the building, any relevant approvals and Council requirements. Contract Terms and Conditions Lease/licence terms will be negotiated depending on the proposed use and the successful applicant Information Requested Interested parties are invited to submit an EOI including the following information: Name of the applicant, business or organisation Contact details, including contact name, phone number and email Details of the proposed use of the facility How the proposed use would provide a community, economic and/or other local benefit How the proposed use aligns with relevant priorities or objectives within Council's Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program Proposed frequency and duration of use, including whether the applicant is seeking short-term or ongoing occupancy Any specific requirements associated with the proposed use Capacity to contribute to the costs, upkeep and/or maintenance of the facility, where applicable Financial capacity or funding arrangements to support the proposed use Any other information relevant to Council's consideration of the proposal Contractor Requirements EOI submissions will be considered having regard to: Suitability of the proposed use for the building and its location Community, economic and/or local benefit generated by the proposed use Alignment with the priorities and objectives of Council's Community Strategic Plan and Delivery Program Financial and operational sustainability of the proposed use Capacity of the applicant to responsibly occupy and manage the facility Level and nature of access or occupancy requested Financial, maintenance and other implications for Council Site Inspection Site inspections will be available by appointment until Friday 23 October 2026. For further information or to arrange a site inspection, please contact: Contact: Chloe Sztejman, Acting Manager Community & Economy Phone: 03 5898 3000 Email: chloe.sztejman@edwardriver.nsw.gov.au How to Apply Interested parties must submit their EOI via: Email: procurement@edwardriver.nsw.gov.au Hand delivery: Edward River Council Customer Service Desk, 180 Cressy Street, Deniliquin EOI opens Wednesday 7 October 2026. Council aims to advise the preferred applicant and progress occupancy arrangements by late November 2026, with anticipated occupancy from late November/early December 2026, subject to finalisation of the required agreement and the building being ready for occupation. Enquiries Contact: Chloe Sztejman, Acting Manager Community & Economy Phone: 03 5898 3000 Email: chloe.sztejman@edwardriver.nsw.gov.au