Dowton Park Pavilion Upgrade

Project typeRebuild
Project value$3.97 million
Project scheduleCompleted in April 2026
Contractor nameKubale Constructions Pty Ltd

Construction of the new $3.9 million sports pavilion at Yarragon’s Downton Park is complete, and the new buildings are being used by the clubs for the ongoing footy season.

Following demolition of the old pavilion and a year-long redevelopment, the new modern facility has been designed to support the growing needs of local clubs, families and visitors, providing high-quality amenities to service the community into the future.

The pavilion features;

upgraded change rooms
accessible and female-friendly facilities
coaches’ box and timekeeper’s room
a multi-purpose social space
a canteen
storage areas
improved parking and viewing areas for spectators.
Sustainability features, including energy-efficient lighting, solar panels with a battery and water-saving systems, have also been incorporated into the build.

Timelapse Video

Project Background

The old pavilion was at the end of its life, with significant building defects, and was prioritised for development following the master plan process in 2019.

Regular meetings with the pavilion’s user groups were held during the plan and design process. The pavilion is home to the Yarragon Football Club, Yarragon Junior Football Club, Yarragon Netball Club and the Yarragon Cricket Club, who will be utilising portable change rooms in Dowton Park while the new pavilion is built.

Project Funding

Council is grateful for the $0.25M contribution to this project from the Victorian Government via its Community Sport and Recreation Projects Program.

Council is grateful for the $1.8M contribution from the Federal Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

The remaining $1.92M is funded by Council.

Timeline

Estimated project works timeline:

Demolition of old pavilion	Jan-Feb 2025	Complete
Completion of pavilion base/slab	Sept 2025	Complete
Completion of pavilion structure	Sept 2025	Complete
Completion of pavilion lock-up (e.g roof, guttering, window shelves)	Nov 2025	Complete
Completion of pavilion service rough-ins	Nov 2025	Complete
Completion of pavilion fit-out	Feb 2026	Complete
Completion of timekeepers' room and coaches' box	Feb 2026	Complete
External works (external concrete, carpark pavement, bollards & tactiles)	Feb 2026	Complete
Final completion	Apr 2026	Complete