2003 – 2007
The idea of a foundation and centre for youth was in full swing. Many people remember Gayle Dunn sitting outside of Coles asking young people questions on what they thought was needed, what was missing for them in the local area. By 2007 footings for the building were in place.
2008 – 2012
During this period, stage one of the centre was completed and opened in 2010. It comprised the centre hub, a 12 lane bowling alley, kiosk, large lounge area for functions, conference room and meeting rooms. There were multiple youth programs running around skills and employment and hundreds of young people were supported.
2013 – 2017
Throughout these few years, the Centre saw 60,000 people walk through its doors, had multiple community groups utilising the facilities, and continued to support young people in education and employment. The centre provided a dedicated space for distance education and work started on stage two.
2018 – 2022
Stage two was finally realised, and the auditorium was finally fully fitted out. Our climbing wall went in, along with gym pits and sprung floors, and the stage was fully equipped with sound and lighting. The Dunn Lewis also ran a massive education and employment program though Federal Government funding and assisted over 60 young people to get into regular employment or education.
