We are thrilled to announce the redevelopment of the John Hall Reserve Pavilion at Dunne Street, Kingsbury, as part of our commitment to enhancing community health and wellbeing.
Why Redevelop?
The existing pavilion has been identified as a priority for redevelopment in our 2020 audit and is a key action in the Darebin Council Plan (2021—2025). The outdated facility will be transformed to meet the needs of our growing sports community, with a special focus on women and girls.
Community Benefits
The new pavilion will feature:
Gender-inclusive changerooms
Publicly accessible toilet
Community social rooms
Sports field lighting
This will ensure more community members have access to facilities that promote healthy, active lifestyles.
Sustainability
The design exceeds Council’s ESD policy requirements and includes:
Water catchment reticulation
Solar PV system
Heat pump hot water units
High-efficiency electric appliances
Project Timeline
Community Engagement: October 2023 - 7 November 2023
Tendering Phase: Mid-November 2023 - March 2024
Construction Start: Late June / Early July 2024
Expected Completion: Late March / Early April 2025
Impact on Users
There will be some disruption, including no pavilion or car park access during construction. Alternative parking and toilet facilities are available nearby. Construction noise will be managed according to Council’s General Local Law 2015.
For further enquiries, contact Suranga Dissakarunaratne, Team Leader Leisure Services, at 03 8470 8302 or email leisure@darebin.vic.gov.au.
Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting project!
