Saturday, February 15, 2025

$10m on court for Rockingham sports complex upgrades

The WA Government has announced it will invest $10 million towards upgrades at the Mike Barnett Sports Complex in Rockingham.

The works will deliver additional basketball and netball courts, along with maintenance works for the popular community facility.

As part of the project, the State Government will provide $2 million for the City of Rockingham Council to replace the existing roof and deliver other important upgrades to address poor ventilation for a number of courts.

A further $8 million has been allocated towards construction of new courts for a range of sports including basketball, netball, volleyball and others, plugging a gap in the local community for indoor sporting facilities.

“I am delighted that, through strong and disciplined financial management, my Government has been able to deliver $10 million towards the upgrade of the Mike Barnett Sports Complex,” said WA Premier, Roger Cook.

“The Mike Barnett Sports Complex is a much-loved Rockingham community asset and this upgrade will ensure that local residents will enjoy the facilities for years to come.

“Only my Labor Government delivers on the issues that matter to our local communities.”

Planning for the new courts will progress in partnership with the City of Rockingham Council and local sporting organisations, including the Rockingham Basketball and Recreation Association.

“It is no secret that basketball and netball are growing in popularity in Western Australia and the demand for courts is outstripping supply,” said Sport and Recreation Minister, David Templeman.

“Community sporting facilities are so important for local communities – they provide a place to socialise and relax.

“I am delighted that the Cook Government has recognised the need for these additional courts in Rockingham and look forward to seeing them being used by young and old alike once complete,” he said.

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