The construction of a new multisports facility has commenced in the Ryde area of New South Wales (NSW) in Australia.
The project is set to be delivered by 2026.
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The facility is being constructed on the former Marsden High School site, which was relocated to the Meadowbank Education Precinct in 2022.
Once completed, the venue will offer a variety of spaces for community and sporting events, with a particular emphasis on netball, a sport said to have a high participation rate in NSW.
The indoor component of the facility will span 5,000m² and include four multipurpose courts suitable for basketball, futsal, and badminton, among other sports.
Meanwhile, the outdoor area will feature 29 netball courts, open lawns, picnic tables, and new car and bicycle parking spaces.
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By GlobalDataThese courts will serve as a replacement for the old netball courts at Meadowbank Park, which are currently in a state of disrepair.
NSW Premier Chris Minns said: “This huge new facility that we’re delivering will create much-needed sports and recreational space for this rapidly growing community.
“With over 30 new outdoor and indoor courts to open space, picnic areas and parking, this will be a great community space that people can come and enjoy whether they play sport or not.
“For years, this block was left to sit vacant. Now we’re turning it into a world-class sporting facility that everyone will be able to use.”
Eastwood Ryde Netball Association president Karen Waud said: “Eastwood Ryde Netball Association are very excited about the commencing of the construction phase of our netball journey at our new facility.
“With four indoor courts, 29 outdoor courts, and café facilities, it will offer a fantastic experience for players and fans alike. This will be wonderful for our sports-loving community in the City of Ryde.”
Earlier this month, the NSW Government launched a A$309m ($197m) project to redevelop Penrith Stadium in Australia.
The stadium is expected to open its doors to the public in 2027.
