Grant Pavilion Extension Project (Banyul Warri Fields)
This innovative project has provided the Surf Coast Football Club with a social space and elevated tiered seating with viewing of all three soccer pitches at Banyul Warri Fields.
It has also provided all precinct users with two new change rooms, two new umpire/referee rooms, two refurbished umpire/referee rooms and four accessible toilets.
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Surf Coast Shire Council acknowledges the financial support of the Victorian Government and the Surf Coast Football Club (SCFC) for this project. The Victorian Government provided $2 million and the SCFC committed $100,000.
PROJECT UPDATE
The amazing new facility was officially opened on Friday 2 September 2022. The social space is already being well utilised by the Club, with families and players enjoying a nice, sheltered space to gather. A Council Media Release highlighted:
Community connections will be front and centre at Surf Coast Football Club (SCFC), thanks to a Grant Pavilion upgrade that has delivered a new social space and grandstand.
The Surf Coast Shire Council project – funded by a $2 million contribution from the Victorian Government – was officially opened in Torquay on Friday 2 September, much to the delight of SCFC. The club played a key role in the upgrade, working with Council to develop plans for the project, lobbying the state government for funding, and also pledging a $100,000 commitment itself.
Surf Coast Football Club President Brett King was full of praise for the finished project, which consists of the social room, elevated tiered seating overlooking the three pitches at Banyul Warri-Fields, a canteen, kitchen, administrative space and storage.
“We’ve just started using the pavilion,” he said. “We had a game on Saturday with 40 people seated in the grandstand, and another 30 standing at the back. There was great involvement from the fans, while we also had the clubrooms open and had kids playing in there while their parents watched the game. It was one of the best days the club’s been part of, particularly after the previous two years we had with COVID restrictions.”
Mr King highlighted the dedicated female change rooms, the roller door storage area that will save time for club volunteers, and the social space which will cater for the SCFC’s 500-plus member base as the most important improvements for the club.
“We’ve always had great playing facilities and now these clubrooms mean we have a great place to call home. We believe our club has a big role in growing social connections in the community, and this upgrade will help us fulfil that,” he said. “We can welcome our past players who can view their memorabilia and honour boards in the new social rooms, we can welcome more new members, and we can continue to see our current members connect with each other.
“It will also be great to have a space to host community functions and events, and welcome and entertain sponsors and VIPs.”
The project will also benefit other users in the Banyul Warri-Fields precinct, with two new change rooms, two new umpire rooms, two refurbished umpire rooms and four accessible toilets. Member for South Barwon Darren Cheeseman was pleased to be representing the Victorian Government at the official opening.
“The Andrews Labor Government is delivering for our growing communities and making sure that everyone gets the chance to be involved in community sports,” he said.
“Whether it’s better grounds or making sure women and girls have dedicated change rooms, we’re backing our sporting clubs to grow their ranks and help more people play the sports they love.”
Surf Coast Shire Councillor Rose Hodge said the pavilion upgrade aligned with Council’s goal to foster a thriving, connected, healthy community.
“It’s been fabulous to see the return of local sport such as soccer, after a couple of COVID-impacted seasons,” she said.
“Social infrastructure and open spaces are vital in helping people make connections. It’s exciting to think of the benefits this upgraded pavilion will bring for years to come.”
If you have any questions please contact Council on 5261 0600 or Lodge a Request.
About the project
The Grant Pavilion Extension Project evolved from a Community Project Proposal initiated in August 2018, following a request from the SCFC to support their proposal for a new pavilion.
An investigation considered two options, one of which was the project in its current form.
The Club pledged to contribute $100,000 to the project which was a significant commitment. The Club also lobbied during the 2018 State Election and was able to secure a $2 million commitment from the Labor Party. Funds were received mid-2020 and the design was initiated in December 2020, with Kelly Architects of Geelong the successful tenderer.
The Project Control Group has included representatives from the SCFC, the Victorian Government via Sport and Recreation Victoria, and Council.
What will the project involve?
The scope of works includes:
- New SCFC social room on the first level, including a canteen/kitchen and administration space
- Elevated tiered seating directly outside the indoor social space, with viewing to all pitches
- Elevated tiered seating on the west side of the building to provide better viewing of the Parwan and Goim pitches
- Two new change rooms compliant with accessibility and Football Victoria guidelines
- Two new umpire/referee rooms compliant with accessibility and Football Victoria guidelines
- Two refurbished umpire/referee rooms compliant with accessibility and Football Victoria guidelines
- Four new accessible toilets for use by players, officials, spectators and community members
- Large soccer storage space
- New shared user group storage space
- Shelter for ground-level spectators beneath the upper level tiered seating overhang
- New footpaths for access around the building and to all spaces
Throughout the works contractors will aim to ensure that user groups have access to as much of the existing facility as possible.
Plans for the other side of the Pavilion
The 2018 concept design included a future second stage to the south and west of the pavilion, mirroring the SCFC project. The second stage project is on Council’s list of future capital works along with a range of other priorities. The timing for the project is unknown, and would require a similar funding model to the northern side in order to proceed.
Community engagement
The design process has involved the SCFC throughout all stages. The Club and Council have collaborated on a design to meet club needs and that of other user groups and Council.
User groups of the precinct and Grant Pavilion were provided with the preliminary designs and given an opportunity to make comment.
Timeline
August 2018: Investigation undertaken providing concept design of pavilion extension
November 2018: Club secures $2m commitment from the Labor Party.
August 2020: Project initiates
December 2020: Kelly Architects appointed for detailed design
May 2021: Construction tender released
August 2021: Contract award
September 2021: Construction begins
June 2022 (estimated): Construction complete
Previous Project Updates
PROJECT UPDATE – MAY 2022
Construction progress has progressed well throughout the past few months. The building is taking shape now that the social spaces are enclosed and the tiered seating structure is in place. It’s exciting to see the development taking place and picture what it will look like when completed. Rendine Constructions have recently constructed all the structural steel as well as cladding the external walls & roofing. The next stage of works will involve plastering and fit out of the internal spaces as well as forming the surrounding paved areas. Construction is on track for completion in late June 2022.
PROJECT UPDATE – FEBRUARY 2022
Following the Christmas and New Year industry break, construction progress has resumed and continued smoothly over the past few weeks. Rendine Constructions have recently constructed all the columns for the new grandstands as well as preparing the surrounds for the new change rooms. The next stage of works will involve forming the new concrete grandstands as well as erecting the steelwork for the new upstairs social space. Construction is on track for completion in June 2022.
PROJECT UPDATE – DECEMBER 2021
Construction progress has continued smoothly over the past month. Rendine Constructions have recently constructed the slabs for the new change rooms and nearing completion of all blockwork for the new change rooms on the ground floor. The next stage of works will involve erecting the steel columns for the grandstand on the first floor. Works will stop for the Christmas break and resume the week of 10 January 2022.
PROJECT UPDATE – NOVEMBER 2021
Works are now well underway, which is great to see. Rendine Constructions are installing sewer connections and other plumbing services from the existing building to where the new change rooms and bathrooms will be located. They have recently completed the majority of the demolition on both the ground floor and first floor of the pavilion where the new kitchen/canteen will be. The next stage of works will involve constructing the slabs for the new change rooms plus erecting some of the steelwork for the new grandstand seating areas on the first floor.
PROJECT UPDATE – OCTOBER 2021
Rendine Constructions have confirmed that works will start on Monday 25 October. Temporary fencing and site amenities will be installed on Friday October 22. The previously advised start date of 6 September was delayed due to the construction industry lockdown and other requirements being worked through. We're very excited for construction to be starting!
View the confirmed site plan now(PDF, 296KB)
Council officers have worked with the first level pavilion user groups to find another location for their programs for the duration of construction. Officers have worked with the Surf Coast Football Club and other Clubs who use the lower level of the pavilion to accommodate all summer season access and storage requirements.
Please note in the Site Plan that there will be an impact to traffic access on the east side of the building, with the turning circle and several car parks out of action for the duration of works. There will also be a site compound on the west of the building to assist with Rendine's access and construction activities throughout the project.
We’ll provide more updates as the project progresses.
If you have any questions please contact Council on 5261 0600 or Lodge a Request.
PROJECT UPDATE – SEPTEMBER 2021
Council officers and Rendine Constructions are planning for Rendine to start works on 6 September.
View the confirmed site plan now(PDF, 296KB)
Council officers have worked with the first level pavilion user groups to find another location for their programs for the duration of construction. Officers have worked with the Surf Coast Football Club and other Clubs who use the lower level of the pavilion to accommodate all summer season access and storage requirements.
Please note in the Site Plan that there will be an impact to traffic access on the east side of the building, with the turning circle and several car parks out of action for the duration of works. There will also be a site compound on the west of the building to assist with Rendine's access and construction activities throughout the project.
We’ll provide more updates as the project progresses.
PROJECT UPDATE – AUGUST 2021
Council is delighted to confirm that Rendine Constructions are the successful contractor selected to complete the construction of the Grant Pavilion extension. Rendine Constructions is a local and proud second-generation, family owned and operated company specialising in high-quality commercial, education and public sector construction projects. Rendine Constructions have excellent experience in both the local government and education sectors, including construction of sports pavilions. Check out their website at: https://www.rendine.com.au/
Rendine will be starting works on 6 September, with a forecasted completion by June 2022. To minimise disruption to the community, Council officers will work with pavilion user groups to find another location for their programs for the duration of construction. We’ll also work with Rendine to accommodate club access to change rooms and storage on the ground level through the upcoming summer season and the first half of next winter season.
Please note that there’ll be an impact to traffic access on the east side of the building, with the turning circle and several car parks out of action for the duration of works.
We’ll provide more updates as the project progresses. If you have any questions please contact Council on 5261 0600 or Lodge a Request.