Legacy was already using the building, but will now have more space for its administration.

AME Systems will host an official opening ceremony for the new Legacy house on June 29 with Member for Wannon Dan Tehan.

Mr Tehan is also the Minister for Veterans’ Affairs.

It will help Ararat Legacy complete its work across a large region that stretches to Dadswells Bridge, Avoca and Glenthompson.

AME Systems board member and Legatee Peter Carthew said it was about giving Legacy access to much needed office space.

“I have been sharing space over a number of years with our legacy administration,” he said.

“They have all this stuff so they really do need space for Legacy.

“It was just a case of continuing to give access to Legacy who really need it.”

Mr Carthew said Legacy’s work with the families of soldiers killed in action was important.

“It is all voluntary and there is someone at the building from Legacy three to four days a week,” he said.

“The house is an ideal spot because it is not affordable for an organisation like Legacy to buy their own building.”

Mr Carthew served himself in Vietnam in the 60’s.

He said his experiences meant the organisation was important to him.

“It is a natural thing to me because it is very dear to me and all the members of Ararat Legacy,” he said.

“We have taken an oath and we are serious about that.

“There is a high commitment there for us to help people.”

With the building refurbishment complete Mr Carthew said he hoped Legacy would be able occupy the building for a long time into the future.

“It is intended for Legacy to be there forever, it is separate and the great thing about it is it is multi-purpose and multi-use,” he said.

The revamp of the old AME Systems building was designed by Ararat firm Max Perovich and Associates.