City of Stirling Nollamara sports building refurbishment complete

The City of Stirling’s new sporting clubrooms at Robertsbridge Reserve Nollamara are now complete and able to be enjoyed by local sporting clubs such as the Bandits Softball Club as they aim to grow junior and female participation but will also improve the recreational experience for the broader community.

The new design features include improved social spaces, toilet amenity, kitchen and storage as well as modern universal changerooms.

The $900,000 project was supported by $125,000 from Phase 4 of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and $775,000 from the City of Stirling, and brings the clubrooms in line with community expectations.

The project involved the upgrade of the old change rooms to cater for growing participation, and also included the installation of a Universal Accessible Toilet to enhance safety and accessibility, ceiling improvements, a new office and commercial grade kitchen.

The modern facility will suit the needs of the local community for years to come, with the refurbishment also including the addition of double doors and changes to the carpark, to ensure accessibility standards are met.

Construction began in January 2024 and was completed in June 2024, with the upgrades expected to drive female participation in sport.

City of Stirling Mayor Mark Irwin noted “The new universal changerooms and public amenities at Robertsbridge Reserve are a vital step towards supporting increased female participation in sport, while also providing modern, inclusive facilities for the whole community.

“The City of Stirling is proud to invest in this district-level reserve.

“With the help of a $125,000 contribution from the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program towards the $900,000 project, the upgrades will improve safety, functionality, and the overall experience for everyone who uses the reserve, whether for sport, dog walking, or simply enjoying the outdoors.”