Planning and design commences on Leschenault Leisure Centre expansion

A $15 million project to upgrade the Leschenault Leisure Centre is now under way thanks to the Western Australian Government commitment of a $3 million funding commitment.

The project to upgrade the Shire of Harvey’s premier aquatic, recreation and sport facility will see major upgrades to the facility’s non-aquatic areas with the construction of up to four new indoor courts, spectator seating, a retractable grandstand and a mezzanine level with a viewing platform for events.

Supporting infrastructure such as wheelchair and pram access to all courts, a universal access toilet, crèche, café, sports shop and amenities for storage and training will also form part of the project.

The project is being jointly funded by the Western Australian Government through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries ($3 million) and the Shire of Harvey ($6 million) while additional funding and other partnership opportunities will be investigated for the remaining cost.

The project will allow the Leschenault Leisure Centre, located in the town of Australind, to provide crucial sporting facilities for the Peel region, one of Western Australia's fastest growing communities.

Commenting on the project, Western Australian Sport and Recreation Minister, David Templeman stated "keeping local and regional communities healthy, strong and connected is a key priority for the (Western Australian) Government.

"This investment will benefit the Harvey community and the greater South-West region, by allowing the centre to expand its sports programs and attract country and regional competitions.

"This is an exciting project that focuses on the principles of universal design to provide a sporting and recreation space that is welcoming and all-inclusive."

The planning and detailed design stage is expected to be completed by May 2022 with the expanded facility due to be open by September 2024.

These key stages are contingent on additional funding support for the project.

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Image courtesy of Leschenault Leisure Centre.