Federal Minister for Regional Development and Local Government, Kristy McBain, has visited Victoria’s City of Wanneroo to inspect the progress of local projects.
The Government is investing $30 million towards the construction of the city’s Alkimos Aquatic and Recreation Centre, which will feature indoor and outdoor swimming pools, gym and fitness facilities, sports courts, a crèche, café, change rooms and a car park.
City of Wanneroo Council is also set to receive $17 million in Roads to Recovery funding over the next five years to pave the way for road safety upgrades.
Through Phase 4 of the Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure program, the Council will receive over $3.1 million for priority projects, including $1.9 million for a new sports amenity building at Heath Park, which will include player changerooms, kitchen and kiosk facilities, public toilets and a multipurpose room.
“With sport growing in Eglinton and across Pearce, this will ensure that players using the ovals have access to purpose-built facilities – with construction recently commencing and due for completion mid next year,” said Minister McBain.
Work is currently underway on road surface safety upgrades on Avery Street, Warman Street and Turnbull Road in Neerabup – due for completion mid-2025, and made possible by $1.1 million from the Australian Government.
A further $1.5 million will go towards a new shared pathway between Ocean Reef Road and Gnangara Road.
This will improve road safety, providing more space for cyclists and pedestrians – improving traffic flow and helping to ease congestion during peak times.
“Whether it’s improving ageing roads or delivering a much-needed repair to a sports amenity building, investing in local priority projects ensures we continue to boost liveability, regardless of your postcode,” the Minister said.
