By Jaidyn Kennedy
Construction has started on two major sporting infrastructure projects in Wyndham.
Mayor Mia Shaw and councillors Peter Maynard and Larry Zhao were joined by Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny as the first sod was turned at Manor Lakes North Reserve last week.
Council is investing $9.5 million in the project, with the state government contributing $1.3 million and Cricket Victoria providing $40,000.
Development of the ground will be carried out in two stages, with stage one including an oval with a cricket pitch overlay and nets, six tennis courts, a car park, playground, multi-use court, a footpath network, shelter, barbeque and picnic facilities, landscaping and exercise equipment.
Stage two will include construction of a pavilion, equipped with a social room, changerooms, storerooms and a kiosk.
Construction on stage one of the Holyoake Parade site is set to conclude in late 2025, with stage two currently in the design phase.
“This is an exciting milestone in our commitment to delivering first-class sport and recreational facilities,” Cr Shaw said.
“We are committed to providing the diverse infrastructure needed to encourage our community to lead more active lifestyles.”
Construction also commenced on Fortitude Drive Reserve in Truganina, which will also be delivered in two stages.
Located between on the corner of Morris Road and Fortitude Drive, stage one will include an athletics facility with a car park, play space, multipurpose courts, landscaping shelter, a path and lighting, footpath network, a circuit track, barbecue and picnic spaces. Council will spend $10.1 million on their stage of the project, with the government providing $908,000.
Stage two will include a pavilion, equipped with a social room, changerooms, storerooms and a kiosk.
Stage one is forecasted to conclude in late 2025, while stage two is in the design stages
