By Derek Schlennstedt
A new sports pavilion at Wally Tew Reserve is a step closer after Council awarded the tender to Modular Spaces Pty Ltd to construct the much-needed community facilities.
When completed, Wally Tew Reserve in Ferntree Gully will get two change rooms, plus new amenities including public toilet facilities, office space, medical rooms, and storage and cleaner’s rooms.
Mayor, Jack Keogh said that the buildings will be fitted with accessible ramps and decks to cater for all abilities.
“A surge in local sports participation, especially among junior players and women, has forced Council to consider new and innovative ways to provide additional facilities to help meet demand,” Mayor Jake Keogh said.
“We know how important it is to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle and Council is committed to playing its part in providing greater opportunities for participation in local sports.”
The total cost of the pavilion is $1.3 million, and includes a Victorian Government grant of $500,000 announced in March 2019.
Construction is expected to start offsite in June and be completed around November 2019.
Around 90 per cent of the build occurs in a factory off-site, before the building is transported, joined and finished at the final location.
The buildings are constructed from sustainably-sourced, engineered timber products, and include low-energy LED lighting to help reduce running costs in the future.
“As most of the construction happens off-site, there is much less disruption for people who use the grounds,” Cr Keogh said.
