The Namba Sugar Mill
Nambour’s most significant site is coming back to life.
A new precinct built on history
For more than a century, The Moreton Central Sugar Mill was the heart and soul of Nambour, shaping the town’s economy, culture and community.
Now, the last remaining connection to the Mill – three heritage-listed buildings that once housed Mill workers – will be rejuvenated to create a new hospitality, entertainment, and community destination for those everyday moments with the family to special events that become memory making.
The Moreton Central Sugar Mill precinct, to be known locally as The Namba Sugar Mill, will provide family-friendly options for locals and visitors to the region.
Built on history. Reimagined for how people gather today and tomorrow.
The Project:
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The Place
This is a special place with history, memory and meaning.
And now it’s time to make new memories.
The former Moreton Central Sugar Mill comprised the sugar milling factory and three buildings used to house mill workers.
After the Mill closed in 2003, the factory site was purchased and converted to a shopping complex, leaving only the three remaining buildings at Bury Street and Mill Street. Their place in Nambour's history has been largely forgotten - until now.
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Vibrant Destination
Driven by the local hospitality group behind the nearby Club Hotel Namba (The Namba) on 80 Currie Street Nambour, the precinct will bring together food, outdoor dining, live music, open-air spaces, artisan markets, seasonal events and festivals, a children's playground and welcoming places for locals and visitors to gather, celebrate and connect.
The local team are passionate and determined to create a vibrant new hospitality, entertainment, and community destination, while paying homage to the town’s rich history.
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Preserving Heritage
Nambour's history as a thriving sugar town began in 1895.
The Moreton Central Sugar Mill Company was at the centre of the local industry and as was common at the time, purpose-built accommodation for its workers.
The two timber cottages at 5 and 7 Mill Street were built between 1897 and 1917, as housing for the workers. The timber house on 14 Bury Street, built between 1907 and 1911, was where the Mill manager lived.
Recognising their historical significance, Moreton Central Sugar Mill Worker’s Housing was added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2008.
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The Journey
You’ll be able to see the precinct take shape.
With Council planning approval in place, initial work is underway to prepare the site for the first stage of construction.
The Namba Sugar Mill will be delivered in stages, giving the community a chance to follow its progress, see each part take shape and be part of what comes next.
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With the Community
The community will help shape what this precinct becomes.
Local craftspeople, makers, brewers, musicians, businesses, trades and collaborators will have real opportunities to contribute to the precinct and help shape its future.
If you want to get involved, we want to hear from you.
The Place
This is a special place with history, memory and meaning.
And now it’s time to make new memories.
The former Moreton Central Sugar Mill comprised the sugar milling factory and three buildings used to house mill workers.
After the Mill closed in 2003, the factory site was purchased and converted to a shopping complex, leaving only the three remaining buildings at Bury Street and Mill Street. Their place in Nambour's history has been largely forgotten - until now.
Vibrant Destination
Driven by the local hospitality group behind the nearby Club Hotel Namba (The Namba) on 80 Currie Street Nambour, the precinct will bring together food, outdoor dining, live music, open-air spaces, artisan markets, seasonal events and festivals, a children's playground and welcoming places for locals and visitors to gather, celebrate and connect.
The local team are passionate and determined to create a vibrant new hospitality, entertainment, and community destination, while paying homage to the town’s rich history.
Preserving Heritage
Nambour's history as a thriving sugar town began in 1895.
The Moreton Central Sugar Mill Company was at the centre of the local industry and as was common at the time, purpose-built accommodation for its workers.
The two timber cottages at 5 and 7 Mill Street were built between 1897 and 1917, as housing for the workers. The timber house on 14 Bury Street, built between 1907 and 1911, was where the Mill manager lived.
Recognising their historical significance, Moreton Central Sugar Mill Worker’s Housing was added to the Queensland Heritage Register in 2008.
The Journey
You’ll be able to see the precinct take shape.
With Council planning approval in place, initial work is underway to prepare the site for the first stage of construction.
The Namba Sugar Mill will be delivered in stages, giving the community a chance to follow its progress, see each part take shape and be part of what comes next.
With the Community
The community will help shape what this precinct becomes.
Local craftspeople, makers, brewers, musicians, businesses, trades and collaborators will have real opportunities to contribute to the precinct and help shape its future.
If you want to get involved, we want to hear from you.
Follow the journey
More will be revealed as the project progresses, including what is happening on site, what is taking shape and how locals, partners and future visitors can get involved.