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NEWS
SETTING THE
BENCHMARK IN
BARGARA
With a vision to create a pub like no other, leading
design and construction firm Paynters have certainly
stayed true to their word.
The Bargara Beach Hotel has risen from the ashes
(literally), recently transformed into a standout venue
for the Wide Bay community after a devastating fire
tore through the heritage listed building in late 2019.
Paynters were tasked to rebuild and revamp this
iconic local hub, which eighteen months later, is now
home to a brand-new café and sports bar, vibrant
cocktail bar, gaming room, bistro deck and a state-ofthe-art
commercial kitchen.
Working collaboratively with Paynters Design
Manager Scott Salmon, the hotel’s management
team had an incredible appetite for change – making
significant upgrades to the setting and atmosphere,
with locals absolutely thrilled with the new coastal
feel.
The interior features are truly stunning, with hanging
ferns, pastel tones and timber accents - a testament
to Paynters design partners at Cayas Architects.
The open deck offers alfresco dining with ocean
views, with the hotel now holding up to 500 patrons,
compared with the previous 300-person capacity.
The pub has been designed as a unique offering for
locals and tourist alike, with diverse areas across the
footprint, catering for all occasions.
A community favourite is the inclusion of a kids play
area adjacent to the beer garden, which has seen
many families to come down and enjoy the space
with their children since the official opening.
The pub has been resurrected with care, with no
stone left unturned. From the intricate details of the
interior rope screening (involving 500 linear meters of
custom designed rope) to sourcing specific lighting to
ensure the region’s local turtle habitat was preserved
– the end goal was a collaborative, community-driven
development. Mission accomplished.