Launceston council seeking interested parties for Frederick Street building

The City of Launceston council, which has owned the building at 56 Frederick Street since 1885, is seeking expressions of interest for its future use and ownership.

This can include developing the property in partnership with the council, or buying or leasing the property, for residential, community or commercial purposes.

The building was originally used as a school which opened in 1836, and is listed the Tasmania Heritage Register due to its historical significance as possibly the oldest kindergarten or infant school in the state.

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Mayor Matthew Garwood said the building, which was most recently used as a childcare centre, was a "unique piece" of the city's history and the council was anticipating receiving some creative proposals.

"If the walls could talk I think we'd hear some pretty interesting stories," Cr Garwood said.

"Speaking personally, I would love to see a proposal that continues to see that history of community focus carried forward and represented into the future, but the council is bringing an open mind to this process.

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"We really encourage these expressions of interest to help us to find a new and vibrant use for this wonderful building."

The deadline for expressions of interest is November 3, 2023.

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