Kings Cafe

King’s Café has long been a familiar name in Maryborough, remembered as a welcoming meeting place in the heart of the city. Throughout much of the 20th century, it served as a spot where people gathered before shows, shared meals, and connected with friends and family. The upstairs spaces, which once hosted dances and social functions, added to its reputation as a lively hub in Maryborough’s social scene.

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Now, King’s Café is being reimagined as part of the Central Entertainment Group precinct. The restoration project is strengthening and revitalising the building while respecting its heritage character, with a vision to create a venue that blends history with modern nightlife. Plans include transforming the upstairs hall into an intimate jazz club and cocktail lounge — a space that captures the charm of its past while offering a fresh experience for today’s audiences.

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When complete, King’s Café will return as more than just a café — it will be a cultural touchpoint within the precinct, celebrating music, creativity, and connection. Its transformation will honour the building’s role in Maryborough’s history while carving out an exciting new chapter as a destination for entertainment and social life on the Fraser Coast.

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Converge has prepared a Conservation Management Plan for the ongoing heritage management of the building and is assisting with heritage approvals, as well as undertaking heritage supervision of the works.

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