Community Consultation

Expressions of Interest Open - Lease Opportunity

Looking for an exciting new opportunity in a great location?

The Shire of Boddington invites Expressions of Interest from experienced hospitality operators to activate a key venue in the heart of Boddington’s Community Precinct. This site is ideally located to serve library visitors, tourists, users of Hotham Park, and the wider community.

With the recent completion of the Hotham Park redevelopment, the addition of six vibrant murals throughout the town, and a captivating sculpture trail, Boddington’s appeal as a tourist destination is stronger than ever. Situated within the town’s main tourism precinct, this is a prime opportunity to establish a business that enhances the vibrancy and profile of Boddington as an exciting regional destination.

Previously operated as a café, the Shire is open to new ideas on how the space can best be utilised to service the community and growing tourism industry. 

The site is located within the Boddington Library and Visitor Centre building in the Hotham Park Precinct.

Additional information, including the original architect's drawings and site photos, can be provided upon request. Site visits can also be arranged in advance.

EOI Requirements

Expressions of interest should address the following items:

• Detail of use.
• The extent to which the use will be complementary to the Hotham Park redevelopment and contribute to the overall vibrancy and profile of Boddington as an exciting regional destination.
• Detail of hours and days of operation (minimum 9am - 4pm, 5 days per week, including weekends and public holidays, with seasonal flexibility).
• Commitment to open additional hours when events and activities are held within the precinct and the Boddington area.
• Detail of estimated staff (or volunteer) numbers that would perform activities as a part of the proposal.
• Details of contingency resources to ensure the minimum opening hours can be achieved.
• Experience in the proposed activity.
• Preferred timeframe for commencing operations.
• Proposed length of lease (expected 3 - 5 years).
• Detail of any fit-out requirements that will be requested by the lessee to be undertaken by the Shire and estimated cost.
• Financial consideration per annum, noting Council are willing to consider a reduced rent for year 1, dependent on the level of fit-out required.

Click here for more information on the opportunity and requirements. Expressions of Interest close on Friday, 29 May 2026. 

Expressions of Interest can be submitted via email to shire@boddington.wa.gov.au. All applications and enquiries will be treated as confidential.