Parramatta Eels Centre of Excellence: Rugby league precinct approved at Kellyville

Australia’s largest community rugby league precinct has been given the green light in North-west Sydney. See where it will be built.

Australia’s largest community rugby league precinct will be built in Kellyville.

Australia’s largest community rugby league precinct will be built in Kellyville.

Construction will start on the Parramatta Eels Centre of Excellence and Community Facility at Kellyville Memorial Park in mid 2023.

The precinct is expected to be up and running by 2025.

The State Government has given final approval to the precinct with NSW Sport Minster Alister Henskens saying the project would generate integrated world-class high-performance training, administration and community facilities for the identification and development of rugby league talent.

Artists impression of the Parramatta Eels Centre of Excellence and Community Facility for Kellyville Memorial Park.

“The NSW Government is investing in community sporting infrastructure through the Centres of Excellence program, which aims support codes to identify and develop the next generation of sporting stars,” Mr Henskens said.

“(It) will improve male and female pathways and player development in the club’s northwest Sydney heartland, ensuring the Eels continue to challenge for NRL and NRLW premierships in the years to come.”

The precinct is expected to be completed by 2025.

Player development will be a major focus of the precinct.

NSW Planning Minister Anthony Roberts said the approval introduced a vision of a quality public space in northwest Sydney which will assist in bridging the gap between elite sport and the general community.

“The Centre’s dedicated multipurpose community facilities will enable the club to expand its community programs, initiatives and engagement, strengthening its connection with the community and passionate fans,” Mr Roberts said.

“The precinct will play a major role in growing women’s rugby league, with the facility being the first venue in Australia capable of hosting dedicated stand-alone NRLW games.”