Works to prepare the land for the $180 million future Regional Sports Precinct is set to begin soon.
At its most recent meeting, Whittlesea council awarded the contract for preliminary groundworks at the Everton Drive site.
Rock removal, site levelling, installation of retaining walls and creation of a wetland in the southern part of the block, will be part of the works.
The precinct, which is currently in the design phase, includes an indoor stadium housing four multipurpose courts. The precinct will also include shared paths, outdoor netball courts and areas for passive recreation.
Whittlesea chair administrator Lydia Wilson said the contract represented a step in the right direction.
“The Regional Sports Precinct is council’s single largest investment in social infrastructure and its benefits will be felt for generations to come,” she said.
“This precinct is more than just a place for sport, it’s a vital community hub that will enhance the wellbeing of the whole region. By investing in this project, we’re ensuring that future generations have access to first-class facilities right in their own backyard, fostering a healthier and more connected community.”
Construction is also continuing on the extension of Everton Drive to create an intersection on Plenty Road, which will provide an access point to the sports precinct.
