Work commences on Geraldton Basketball Stadium's $4.5 million upgrade

A $4.5 million upgrade to Geraldton Basketball Stadium is underway which will include the construction of four new indoor courts for the Geraldton Amateur Basketball Association (GABA).

The expansion of Geraldton Basketball Stadium will enable growth of the sport in the Greater Geraldton region, doubling the number of indoor courts to eight.

Local company Geraldton Building Services and Cabinets has now been appointed to carry out the works.

The project will be jointly funded by the State Government through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries ($3.5 million), the GABA ($500,000) and the City of Geraldton ($550,000).

The GABA currently has over 2,300 members and operates a high standard junior and senior competition as well as the Buccaneers State Basketball League team.

The Aussie Hoops, Midnight Basketball Program for indigenous youth and the Wheelchair Competition also use the facility, providing benefits to the wider community.

Western Australia Sport and Recreation Minister Tony Buti notes "Providing better places for people to play sport and recreate helps keep Western Australians active, healthy and more connected with their communities.

"There are no other large, indoor, covered court facilities in the City of Greater Geraldton or Mid-West.

"Investing in this facility will not only allow for the growth of basketball in the region, but also create jobs and project work for local WA businesses."

Image courtesy Geraldton Amateur Basketball Association