Early works begin for $180m Wyndham City Stadium precinct

Early works to build “Victoria’s first sports and recreation driven suburb” in Wyndham is set to break ground this month. See the world-class plans.

A bold plan to build “Victoria’s first sports and recreation driven suburb” in Wyndham is set to break ground this month with early works for the $180 million development.

First announced in 2018, the project by Western Melbourne Group will see a 15,000 capacity stadium constructed alongside training facilities, commercial buildings and more than 1000 new dwellings.

Initially the centrepiece stadium was expected to be completed by 2023 in time for the FIFA women’s World Cup but development has been impacted by the Covid pandemic.

Instead, developers are now prioritising the construction of a 5000-seat elite training facility, jointly funded by the City of Wyndham, which is expected to be completed by the World Cup.

Once completed, the Wyndham City Stadium will become the home ground for A-League team Western United FC.

Group chairman Jason Sourasis said the “world-class precinct” would act as a centrepiece for the rapidly growing population of Melbourne’s west.

“This project will shift the professional sporting landscape, as it is the first of its kind in our country,” he said.

“Our project gives the west of Melbourne a social and economic boost, which is much needed in these challenging times.”

Once completed, the 70 hectare site in Tarneit will centre around the Wyndham City Stadium and is proposed to include shops, restaurants, entertainment facilities, a convention centre, hotels and training facilities.

Last month, Western Melbourne Group announced initial works for the precinct will begin on October 25, despite the full project not yet receiving planning approval.

A spokeswoman for Western Melbourne Group said the site’s concept master plan had been submitted to the Victorian Government in July, with the company “hopeful” for a positive outcome by Christmas.

“We received feedback from State Government referring authorities and have addressed that feedback,” she said.

“We are confident on a positive outcome however time frames are determined by the referring authorities.”

An artist impression of proposed 15,000 seat stadium in Tarneit, aiming to be the home of a new A-league team based in the western suburbs.

As part of the early works the company intends to construct a haul road to provide access to the site, upgrade to Leakes Road and build an interim road through the site.

Wyndham mayor Adele Hegedich said the precinct was an exciting venture for the city and would provide a boost for the west.

“The stadium and training facility will provide widespread infrastructure, economic and community benefits to Wyndham and beyond,” she said.

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