There is an increased demand for recreation facilities in the City but limited public open space. We are looking at options with their stakeholders to better use the spaces they have.
Abernethy Sporting Precinct
We are looking at the future of the Abernethy Sporting Precinct to ensure it meets the needs of our clubs and wider community.
We're exploring opportunities for the possible expansion and redevelopment of a multi-use sporting and recreational hub for our community.
After completing a preliminary investigation, 400 Abernethy Road was identified as a suitable location to explore in collaboration with sporting clubs, site-users and the wider community.
Opportunities and future planning of the Abernethy Sporting Precinct are being explored together with local club members, residents and community group representatives through shared values and priorities.
We look forward to providing updates on this long-term project as it evolves.
Why 400 Abernethy Road?
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Considering the bigger picture of where recreation needs will be in the future and ensure we align to state and federal recreation strategies.
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Existing assets are reaching the end of their life which gives us the opportunity to reinvigorate and build for the future.
Future Planning Phases
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Timeline item 1 - complete
Investigating Community Recreational Needs
A preliminary investigation was undertaken into the City’s sporting and recreational needs. From this we identified an opportunity for redevelopment and possible expansion of a multi-use sporting and recreational hub.
400 Abernethy Road was identified as a suitable location for further exploration.
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Timeline item 2 - complete
Feasibility Study and Investigation
The 400 Abernethy Road site was divided into three zones, with Zone 1 designated for exploration of a newly developed facility for site users.
A series of technical studies and feasibility study were undertaken to identify issues and opportunities at the 400 Abernethy site. This included site surveys, building audits, assessment of community needs and initial consultation with local clubs and key stakeholders regarding Zone 1 of the precinct.
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Timeline item 3 - active
Concept Development
Using the outcomes and recommendations from the completed feasibility analysis, we will proceed to develop concept scenarios for Zone 1 to generate thoughts, feedback and discussion on concept ideas, investigative findings and recommendations, and potential interventions.
Specialist consultant, Otium Planning, have been engaged to lead the Concept Developtment stage and investigative works.
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Community and Stakeholder Feedback
The concept and design scenarios will be made available for the community to provide feedback via Belmont Connect.
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Timeline item 5 - incomplete
Feasibility and Options Report
We will gather all feedback received and develop a Feasibility and Options report.
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Business Case
The feasibility report will be used to develop a business case covering key project delivery criteria. The Business Case Summary will be presented to Council for endorsement.
