The Regent cinema complex contains within it a heritage-listed two-level purpose-built cinema that dates back to 1926.  The heritage cinema (Cinema 1) still retains its original decorative detailing, including rich Adamesque cameos and plaques, vaulted ceilings and pendant lighting. MHDP undertook the refurbishment of the rest of the cinema complex while the plans for Cinema 1 were worked through and approved, ultimately delivering the refurbishment over two stages with local builder Binding Building.  The heritage cinema refurbishment introduced new ways to enjoy going to the movies, such as couch seating on the lower stalls, as well as providing updated accessibility and entirely re-platforming the upper balconies to suit the improved seating. The heritage cinema refurbishment extended to the foyer where the previously blocked-up original dress circle windows were uncovered and revived. As part of Stage 1, the concessions area was entirely revamped and modernised but in such a way as to complement the heritage side.