Dowton Park Pavilion Upgrade

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

The sporting pavilion at Dowton Park, Yarragon is currently undergoing a full rebuild to transform it into a modern facility for the community, complete with ‘all access’ and female-friendly infrastructure to make it suitable for its growing user base.

This project includes:

Demolition of the existing pavilion
Construction of the new pavilion, and new service connections for this new pavilion
New car parking and concrete pavements
Demolition of the old coaches’ box
The rebuild of a new timekeepers’ and coaches’ box, and installation of a new power feed to this box
Construction of a new switchboard cupboard, relocation of the existing switchboard, and an upgrade to the associated electrical wiring
Provision of new stairs and a DDA-compliant access ramp (including handrails and tactiles).

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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	On track