Players reap benefits of upgrades to Perth’s Belmont Squash and Sports Centre

Squash is healthy and challenging sport that offers significant potential for both personal and community development. 

Squash players are reaping the benefits from upgrades underway at the Belmont Squash and Sports Centre. located in Perth’s east, with $1.6 million in funding allocated to the project through the State Sporting Infrastructure Fund.

Squash WA is managing the works through a staged approach and the upgraded facilities made it possible for Western Australia to host the 2024 Australian National Squash Championships at the centre in June.

Finalising the renovations will allow Squash WA to realise their aims to expand player and community participation in squash at all levels and to enhance the quality of the experience.

Most of the interior works have been completed with the exterior of the 1970s-built centre about to get a new facade. The plans include a lift to access the first floor, relocation of the stairs, and the addition of a verandah to bring the facility up to a contemporary standard.

Works already completed include:

• new flooring for all courts;

• glass front and rear walls installed for most courts;

• lighting upgrade to meet the Australian standard;

• remodelled and upgraded changerooms; and

• accessible facilities.