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Melbourne’s Swedish Church faces potential sale amid financial concerns, but locals fight to save it, citing strong community support and profitability.
Melbourne’s Scandinavian community is rallying to stop the potential sale of the heritage-listed Toorak House, the historic Swedish Church on St Georges Road, after Church of Sweden officials announced plans to review its future due to financial strain and declining membership.
Locals argue the building remains vital and sustainable, citing 60,000 annual visitors, a profitable cafe and gift shop, and strong community support, with an online petition gathering over 2,300 signatures.
While church leaders say high maintenance costs and the property’s size make it unsustainable, Melbourne congregants emphasize its cultural value, financial self-sufficiency, and role as a landmark.
A final decision is expected after a November meeting in Sweden.
La iglesia sueca de Melbourne se enfrenta a una posible venta en medio de preocupaciones financieras, pero los lugareños luchan por salvarla, citando el fuerte apoyo de la comunidad y la rentabilidad.