Work has begun on a $3.8 million redevelopment of the Galvin Park Soccer Pavilion in Werribee.
The project will be undertaken over two stages, with stage one including early carpark works and construction of the first part of the pavilion.
Stage two, which is expected to begin in October, will include the demolition of the existing pavilion and construction of the second part of the new pavilion.
Once complete, the facility will include a large community social room, six new change rooms, a kitchen and canteen, public toilets, modern referee facilities and new carparking spaces.
It will also provide a space that is accessible for people with a disability, with three accessible toilet/shower rooms.
The project is expected to be completed in mid-2021 however, construction timelines may be affected by COVID-19 restrictions.
Wyndham mayor Josh Gilligan said the soccer pavilion redevelopment was the fifth stage of the Galvin Park Master Plan roll-out.
“In 2018 council demolished the reserve’s old tennis pavilion and built a new $2 million sports club and community pavilion,” Cr Gilligan said.
“Last year, council invested a further $1.7 million into the facility for a new oval.”
Wyndham’s sports development portfolio holder, Cr Peter Maynard, said the project would provide a new home for the Werribee City Soccer Club and the other community groups and schools that currently use this space.
“The Galvin Park Soccer Pavilion will service four soccer pitches and will provide another great asset in Werribee that will help boost participation in sport,” Cr Maynard said.
“It’s also part of a much wider investment in sports by council right across Wyndham.
“The 2020-21 proposed budget includes approximately $20 million to be invested in sports and recreation initiatives.
“Sport helps bring people together and that’s why a project like this is so important.”
Details: wyndham.vic.gov.au/services/major-projects
