New hockey facilities are one step closer to becoming a reality at Corio’s Stead Park, with the search now on to find the right builder.
The expression of interest process opened on February 14 to find a head contractor to lead the redevelopment.
Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence said the upgraded facilities, which would include a new pavilion and upgraded pitch, was a project that mattered to the community.
“It’s a venue that will bring the community together, strengthen Stead Park’s reputation as a premier hockey venue, all while backing local jobs and businesses,” she said.
Member for Lara Ella George said the redevelopment would boost Stead Park’s reputation through upgrades to the western pitch, including fencing, draining, sports lighting and an electronic scoreboard.
“Corio’s Stead Park is the proud home of hockey in Geelong and the State Government’s redevelopment gives players, fans and families the world class facilities they deserve,” she said.
Geelong Hockey Association president Graeme Dent said Stead Park was one of five projects across Geelong and the Surf Coast regions delivered through the state government’s Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.
“We appreciate the support of the Victorian Government and are excited to see the growth of hockey in the Geelong and Surf Coast region as a result of these upgrades,” he said.
The Stead Park redevelopment will be complemented by a new hockey pitch that will be delivered at Torquay’s Banyul-Warri Fields, which is also funded through the state government’s program.
