Expressions of Interest: Future Use, Redevelopment of the Grand Hotel and adjacent shop, Cobar

⁠⁠⁠Overview

Cobar Shire Council is inviting Expressions of Interest for the future use, redevelopment and purchase of the Grand Hotel and adjacent shop, located at 34 and 36 Marshall Street, Cobar.

About

The Grand Hotel is one of Cobar's most significant buildings and occupies a prominent position within the town's historic Marshall Street.

Purpose

Through this Expression of Interest process, Council is seeking to better understand potential future uses, commercial interest and achievable redevelopment opportunities for this important local asset. Council welcomes innovative and achievable proposals that contribute positively to the economic, social and cultural future of Cobar. This may include proposals that support CBD activation, tourism, accommodation, hospitality, retail, commercial activity, mixed-use development and other outcomes that deliver long-term community benefit.

Information Requested

Interested parties are encouraged to review the Expression of Interest documentation and prepare a submission outlining their proposed use, commercial proposal, delivery approach, capability and expected benefits for Cobar.

Instructions to Respondents

• EOI opens: Monday 27 July 2026
• EOI closes: Monday 24 August 2026 at 5pm AEST
• Submissions: mail@cobar.nsw.gov.au

Any addenda and clarifications issued during the EOI period, together with responses to relevant questions received, will be published on Council's website for the information of all interested parties.

The following documents are available for this opportunity:

• Expression of Interest Grand Hotel and adjacent shop
• Engineering Report
• Survey Building Plans

Enquiries

• Contact: General Manager, Cobar Shire Council
• Phone: 02 6836 5888

Location

• Address: 34 and 36 Marshall Street, Cobar
• Map: View on Google Maps