Archaeological Investigation taking place at future Maitland Administration Centre Site

The site of the future Maitland Administration Centre, adjacent to Town Hall on High Street, is to be closed to the public as preliminary archaeological investigations commence with works starting from Monday 30 November.

A widespread team of archaeologists will be on the site methodically excavating through the soil with the anticipation of possibly unearthing evidence of significant structures and aretfacts including that of a potential flour mill that operated in the early 19th century.

Council’s Senior Project Architect Aaron Cook says ‘the preliminary archaeological investigation provides an opportunity to prepare the site for construction next year and possibly to uncover a lost piece of Maitland history.

‘The preliminary investigation will allow the new Maitland Administration Centre to proceed with reduced risk of finding unexpected archaeological remains during construction.

The site will be closed for the investigation for approximately four (4) weeks however may vary due to the unpredictable nature of the task.

The Maitland Administration Centre will position the organisation to provide contemporary services to the growing community both now and in the future.