Following an array of sizable bequests, the city’s creative hub is planning some major developments in coming years.

The gallery received a further $100,000 this week from The Cranbourne Foundation.

Hamilton Gallery director Sarah Schmidt said the community could expect a world-class arts facility.

“The Cranbourne Foundation monies awarded to Hamilton Gallery come to us following an application made for funding to assist us in building a new Hamilton Gallery as an iconic world-class museum building,” she said.

“We are poised to enjoy more excellent support as interested parties take note of our exciting masterplan developments.

“Hamilton Gallery holds a remarkable $25 million collection and continues to curate major exhibitions stemming from or highlighting this collection.”

Hamilton Gallery was established in 1961 following a large bequest of an outstanding collection of art works left to the City of Hamilton by Herbert Buchanan Shaw.

Related: Hamilton Gallery Trust