The turning of the first sod of soil today will mark the beginning of construction of the new multimillion dollar Ellenbrook Indoor Leisure Centre.
The new facility will integrate sport, aquatic, wellbeing, health and community components within the one complex, and will cater to local residents of all ages and level of ability.
The provision of the multipurpose leisure facility will give Ellenbrook residents, who currently travel 30 minutes to a Midland recreation facility, the opportunity to participate in sport and recreation locally.
Ellenbrook is one of the fastest growth suburbs in the nation, with its population forecasted to reach more than 70,000 residents by 2036. The new facility will be well utilised by this rapidly growing number of residents, with over half a million people expected to visit the facility per year once construction is completed.
The centre will be co-located with the Ellenbrook District Open Space, which previously received a $4.547 million State Government funding contribution, creating a vibrant sporting precinct and complementing the existing infrastructure within the Ellenbrook Sports Hub.
As stated by Sport and Recreation Minister Mick Murray:
“The Ellenbrook Indoor Leisure Centre, which marks the third and final stage of the Ellenbrook District Open Space project, will provide excellent aquatic and recreation opportunities for the rapidly growing local community.
“It is great that the State Government, Federal Government and the City of Swan have come together to deliver this state-of-the-art new facility, with construction now well and truly underway.”
As stated by West Swan MLA Rita Saffioti:
“I have been campaigning for a pool in Ellenbrook since 2012 and I’m so proud that today the project officially starts.
“This will make such a huge difference for the local Ellenbrook community and mean they will be able to access quality facilities close to home rather than having to head to Midland or Joondalup.
“Along with the new Morley-Ellenbrook rail line and major road upgrades, our fast growing north-eastern suburbs really are the place to be.”
As stated by Swan Hills MLA Jessica Shaw:
“Ellenbrook has grown so much in recent years. Like so many other locals, I’m excited to see our community finally getting the recreational facilities we need and deserve.
“This facility, together with our Morley-Ellenbrook rail project and the $1.86 million commitment towards an Ellenbrook Youth Centre, mark long overdue and significant investments in Ellenbrook’s future. I’m pleased to see all levels of government working together to deliver this project for our town.”
