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An aerial view of the Byford pump track

Byford ready to ride with upgraded facilities 🚴🛹

Apr 16, 2026
The new Byford Bike Pump Track and upgraded Byford Skate Park now complete and ready for the community.

Tags: active recreation facilities funding

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An aerial view of the Byford pump track

Byford ready to ride with upgraded facilities 🚴🛹

16 April 2026

Media release

The new Byford Bike Pump Track and upgraded Byford Skate Park now complete and ready for the community.
An aerial view of tennis courts at Montrose Park

Montrose Park upgrades serve up better community tennis facilities

26 March 2026

Media release

Girrawheen's local sporting clubs and community members are set to benefit from upgraded facilities at Montrose Park, with the redevelopment of the Montrose Park Amenities Building now complete. 🎾

Poynter Primary is flying thanks to Community Use of School Sporting Facilities Program

4 March 2026
Poynter Primary School has teed off on an era of fun and fitness by opening a disc golf course throughout its grounds.

State Government gets Halls Creek oval upgrade back on track

8 December 2025
The State Government will provide further funding to ensure long-awaited upgrades to the Halls Creek oval are delivered for the community in time for the 2026 local football season
The crowds enjoying the Dordaak Kepup Open Day.

New community hub for Landsdale

8 December 2025

Media release

The people of Landsdale now have a vibrant new community space with the official opening of the Dordaak Kepup Library and Youth Innovation Hub.
Image of Scott Reserve with text: Tender awarded for new pavilion at Scott Reserve. PlayOn WA

Tender awarded for new pavilion at Scott Reserve in High Wycombe

8 December 2025

Media release

The development of a new pavilion at Scott Reserve in High Wycombe will begin shortly, with AE Hoskins awarded the design and construction tender by the City of Kalamunda.
An aerial view of the ground works on a sporting oval

Ray Owen Reserve playing fields expansion underway

25 November 2025

Media release

Work is underway to deliver a new playing field and upgraded facilities at Ray Owen Reserve in Lesmurdie, supported by a $5 million investment from the WA Government
A view of a country tennis club and courts with the text: Serving up major upgrades for country tennis

WA Government serves up major upgrades for country tennis

11 November 2025

Media release

Tennis players in the Central Great Southern region are now able to play year-round after the completion of major upgrades to the courts at Katanning Country Club.
A group of people play lawn bowls at the North Perth Bowling Club

New era on the green at North Perth Bowling Club

29 October 2025

Media release

The WA Government is continuing to deliver quality community sporting infrastructure across the State, with a new accessible playing surface recently opened at North Perth Bowling Club.

Perth Glory kicks off new era in Mirrabooka ⚽

17 October 2025

Media release

Western Australia's premier A-League football club is kicking off its 2025 season from a new home in Perth's northern suburbs supported by a $1.2 million investment by the WA Government.
An artist render of the new Pavilion at the WACA ground

Major announcement for world-class aquatic and health hub at the WACA Ground

6 August 2025

Media release

The Western Australian Government, in partnership with WA Cricket, has announced the name and operator of the exciting new aquatic and health facility within the historic WACA Ground precinct in East Perth.
A soccer match on grassy field, with an audience sitting in the stands in the foreground.

Upgrades complete at Balcatta Etna Football Club

16 June 2025

Media release

The WA Government's $1.3 million funding commitment to the Balcatta Etna Football Club is now being enjoyed by the community with the completion of field lighting and upgrades to the soccer clubrooms to cater for both male and female teams.
A group of community members stand next to large construction machinery

Construction begins on Keirnan Park Recreation and Sporting Precinct

13 June 2025

Media release

Construction has begun on the first stage of the Keirnan Park Recreation and Sporting Precinct, a major project underpinned by a $22 million commitment from the WA Government.
A mural of WA wildflowers on the outside wall of Heath Park Pavilion

Construction completed at new sporting hub in Eglinton

12 May 2025

Media release

Northern suburbs sports clubs, community groups and residents will soon be able to enjoy new amenities at the Heath Park Pavilion in Eglinton.
Children and families at the new playgound

New all-abilities playground in Clarkson open for the community

9 May 2025

Media release

A new, inclusive play space developed in Clarkson with significant funding from the WA Government has proved an instant hit with children and parents.
The Elise Austin Pavillion, with grassed area in the foreground, and the sunsetting in the background.

Elsie Austin Pavilion change room upgrades progressing

4 February 2025

Media release

The Shire of Mundaring is progressing upgrades to its Elsie Austin Pavilion change rooms after receiving a $485,000 funding boost allocated through the Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund (CSRFF).

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