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To: The Anglican Parish of Hamilton, Newcastle Diocese
Save Common Circus-a beloved community hub in Hamilton NSW
Common Circus has been a beloved part of the Newcastle community for 12 years (5 yrs in its current location), comprising a cafe, retail space, a communal kids play area and studio spaces for local creatives and artists it transformed an unloved, unused space into a meeting place unlike anything else in Newcastle. A truly unique and special place, the brainchild of a local business owner, it is simply irreplaceable for so many people in the community. So much love, innovation and funds were used in the transformation of the previously unused space, not only internally but also the recent resurfacing of the carpark and creation of a safe, fun play area for kids and families to congregate without the pressure of spending money. The Church needs to reconsider their decision to increase the rent by more than 3 times the current asking price so Common Circus can continue for the benefit of the community.
Why is this important?
Common Circus is so important to the community of Newcastle for some many reasons:
1. It is unique to Newcastle. It is a local business supporting local artists and creatives;
2. It employs in excess of 30 local people, primarily women, many either students and/or mums who require the hours and part time flexibility that Common Circus can offer whilst also providing a stimulating, collaborative, safe and friendly working environment;
3. The studio spaces upstairs housing photographers, stylists, designers, artists and other creatives are both hard to come by in Newcastle and also perfectly conducive to the work of that nature;
4. It is an icon, a destination, to be very proud of in Newcastle. It has turned a very quiet back street in Hamilton into a hive of connection, creativity and good coffee
1. It is unique to Newcastle. It is a local business supporting local artists and creatives;
2. It employs in excess of 30 local people, primarily women, many either students and/or mums who require the hours and part time flexibility that Common Circus can offer whilst also providing a stimulating, collaborative, safe and friendly working environment;
3. The studio spaces upstairs housing photographers, stylists, designers, artists and other creatives are both hard to come by in Newcastle and also perfectly conducive to the work of that nature;
4. It is an icon, a destination, to be very proud of in Newcastle. It has turned a very quiet back street in Hamilton into a hive of connection, creativity and good coffee