The redevelopment of Geelong’s premier hockey facility is now up and running.
On Friday member for Lara Ella George announced the start of construction at Corio’s Stead Park, which will transform Geelong’s home of hockey into a world-class sporting venue.
Slated for completion in late 2026, the upgrades will be delivered by the awarding-winning Fairbrother construction company.
They will include a new two-storey pavilion between the site’s two hockey pitches, with equal access to change rooms and amenities for women and girls, terraced seating and social spaces.
The western hockey pitch will be resurfaced, with new fencing, drainage, scoreboard and lighting, bringing it up to standard for national-level hockey events.
The works are part of the $250 million package the state government is injecting into Geelong through the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.
Ms George said the new facilities were “a game-changer for our community”.
“The redevelopment of Stead Park is… providing world-class facilities that will elevate hockey in Corio, foster greater inclusivity and participation, and also support the local economy and jobs,” she said.
“With the investment in Stead Park, and our commitment to regional sports, the Victorian government is ensuring that local athletes have access to top-tier facilities, helping to inspire the next generation of hockey stars right here in our own backyard.”
Geelong Hockey Association president Graeme Dent expressed his thanks for the funding.
“The generosity of the Victorian government will inspire our future hockey Olympians and give us the ability to attract national championships and host televised games of international standard,” he said.
