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Former Newcastle Presbyterian church revamped

ST Philip's Presbyterian Church in Newcastle is set to be given a new lease of life as a restaurant, wedding reception venue and function centre.

Sydney-based owners Robert and Mark Croft have proposed a $1.5 million renovation of the Watt Street premises.

The 105-year-old building was sold last year.

The St Philip's congregation is leasing the property while preparing to relocate.

A development application lodged with Newcastle City Council said the inner-city congregation had declined.

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