Thats odd because everything from the club over the last 2-4 years has indicated that we have the grants from Federal, State etc.
- $4 Million from the Federal Government
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$4 Million from the State Government
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$1 Million from West Coast Eagles
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TOVP to fund any shortfall but have committed to a maximum of $5 Million.
Perth Finalises Redevelopment Funding | Perth Football Club News (perthfc.com.au)
So we have $9 Million already committed and potentially up to $14 Million.
LPRP - Town welcomes final piece of the puzzle - Victoria ParkThe Town of Victoria Park welcomes the State Government’s funding announcement of $4 million towards a new community and sports facility as part of the $71 million Lathlain Precinct Redevelopment Project. The new facility will be home to the Perth Football Club, with additional uses for the broader community. Mayor Karen Vernon said “This zone is the final piece of the puzzle in completing this ambitious project. Securing funding for this zone is an important milestone for our community.” “The current clubhouse and grandstand are very old. The new facilities will enhance the local area, provide a real boost to WAFL football, and particularly women’s football, as well as creating spaces for local community groups to host a range activities.” Council has made funding for the final zone a key advocacy priority over the last few years. Mayor Vernon said “We are grateful to the member for Victoria Park, Ben Wyatt, for his support and thank him for all his efforts in helping us to obtain this funding. We also thank the Perth Football Club and members of our community who have joined in calling for this funding for a long time.” The rest of the project funding comprises $4 million committed by the Federal Government in the 2019 election, $1 million from the West Coast Eagles, and up to $5 million committed by the Council. The plans will be guided by the Lathlain Zone 1 Project Advisory Group comprised of members of the community, councillors, Perth Football Club and the WA Football Commission. Following and subject to adoption of the concept plan, preliminary works are expected to start in late 2021.
The way Bob Shields was talking at the start of the year it sounded like it was a done deal
Im sure he quoted “The grand stand will be knocked down straight after the 2021 footy season”
Dont know what’s happened between then and now?
I’m pretty sure he said the same thing 30plus. Also I’m pretty sure he said that a new facility should cost around $14-15 Million. So not really sure what the hold up is and we haven’t heard anything. If there has been a delay then as a member it would be nice to be informed.
While 14 million sounds like it should build decent new digs, in boom times in the building industry where there is a shortage of labor and materials it drives up costs which probably results in getting less bang for your buck.