Hawthorn's Auburn Hotel Will Score an Expanded Beer Garden as Part of Its $4.3-Million Renovation

If you can't go up, go sideways. Iconic Hawthorn pub, The Auburn Hotel, has bought out the next-door neighbours, Regan Motors, with plans to turn the space into a brand new, atrium-style dining hub. It's just one part of a huge $4.3-million renovation and extension project, which should see The Auburn become one of the biggest venues east of Burnley.

The other half of the plan is upgrading the Auburn's famous beer garden, including a new wood-fired pizza bar and a lawn for lazy summer afternoons. Plus, a fancy new playground for the little ones.

The real star of the show, however, is the old Regan Motors site next door. This has already been knocked down, and the plan is to turn it into a massive atrium-style dining hall. A relaxed spot for lunch, afternoon sessions, weddings and other functions.

The Auburn Hotel has been standing on the corner of Auburn Road and Victoria Street since 1888, and it's fair to say this is the biggest expansion the venue has ever undertaken.

Demolition work has already started, but The Auburn Hotel is still open for business. Apart from the beer garden renovations, there shouldn't be too much disruption to day-to-day operations.

The Auburn Hotel's renovation project is set to finish sometime later this year. We'll keep you updated as more details emerge.

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