Project Type
Infrastructure & Buildings
Timeline
Start: Mid 2027
Finish: Mid 2030
The Wally Hagan Basketball Stadium, built in 1979, is a four-court facility currently leased to the Cockburn Basketball Association. The stadium and its amenities are outdated and no longer fit for purpose.
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) reports that more than half of the WA population aged 18-24 are the most active in indoor sport using indoor facilities or fitness centres for recreation.
Indoor sports play an important role in the community by supporting health, wellbeing and social connection in all weather.
The facility is used by the Cockburn Basketball Association (Cougars) and supports over 3,000 players operating 7 days a week.
The proposed facility will adjoin the existing Wally Hagan basketball stadium and be primarily located over the existing carpark and vacant land facing Rockingham Road.
A new carpark and entry will be constructed as part of the proposal.
There will be no impact or development to The Hub 6163 as part of this proposal.
The redevelopment of the Wally Hagan Stadium is a proposal. It’s important to note that not all proposals proceed to construction phase. This can be due to various factors such as environmental constraints, heritage constraints, financial capacity, or feasibility.
What’s proposed
A new multipurpose sport and recreational hub designed to meet the growing needs of our vibrant community.
With modern facilities and space for everyone, the redevelopment will provide an environment for local sport, recreation and community connections to thrive.
It will include:
- 10 multipurpose courts for basketball, badminton, volleyball
- 6 new indoor courts
- A state-of-the-art health club
- A crèche where kids can have fun while you focus on fitness
- Café to refuel
- Modern toilets, changerooms and storage
- Hireable function rooms
- Expanded parking
- Show court and stadium seating
For more information visit Wally Hagan Redevelopment - City of Cockburn
Where to next?
Secure Funding
The City will continue to seek funding from State and Federal governments. A significant milestone has already been reached with a $20 million commitment from the WA Government.
Conduct Site Assessment
In-line with the OCM resolution from 8 October 2024, the City will carry out a thorough site assessment.
Background
In 2018, the City’s Western Suburbs Sporting Precinct Study (WSSPS) identified the need for:
- 4-6 indoor basketball courts
- More parking, clubrooms and changerooms
- A public gym, cafe, creche and meeting rooms
Initially, a $36.5m redevelopment was planned for construction over the north-eastern part of Dixon Park, however this proposal was significantly amended and relocated after the original site was designated as an Aboriginal Heritage site in late 2020.
Current Status
Endorsing a new plan
In April 2024, the Council approved a new, larger plan. The goal is to build an 8-court centre with the option to expand to 10 or 12 courts, estimated to cost $60m.
Securing Funding
The project is dependent on securing $40m in external funding. $20m has been secured from the WA State government and the City is currently advocating for $20m from the Federal Government to complement the final $20m budgeted from the City funds.
Site Selection
The Council has endorsed a preferred site, which combines two areas:
Site 1: The existing Wally Hagan Recreation Centre at Dixon Park and;
Site 2: The area bounded by Rockingham, Leda and Starling Streets.
Planning and Analysis
The City has completed a Needs Analysis, Site Analysis, Concept Plan and Feasibility Study. These findings were presented to Council on the 8 October 2024.