Key Details
Location
12 Aughtie Drive, Albert Park
Bunurong Country
Client
Sports and Recreation Victoria
Project Partners
Australian Grand Prix Corporation
Parks Victoria
State Sport Centres Trust
Overview
We are delivering the redevelopment of the Albert Park pit building to meet the contemporary requirements of hosting the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix and to maximise its use by the community throughout the rest of the year.
The new building will include seven indoor sport courts, two more than are currently on site, and improved clubrooms for clubs using the outdoor fields.
It will be complemented by additional park upgrades that benefit all park users and help invigorate the precinct while continuing to be a community sporting hub.
To ensure the Albert Park pit building redevelopment is also fit for a world-class event during the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, the new facility will include:
- 14 world-class garages
- race control, administration facilities
- new media centre
- more prime viewing spaces
- better hospitality facilities.
The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix continues to be a world class event.
The 2025 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix welcomed more than 465,000 fans through the gates across the four days. Hotel occupancy in central Melbourne was around 94 per cent the night before the race.
Initial investigation works by head contractor, Icon, are already underway with demolition works to begin after the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix event and continue until the end of the 2028 event. Works will not affect the running of the event.
For more information, see our Investigation works and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) in the tabs above.
The project is a partnership between Development Victoria, the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Parks Victoria, the State Sport Centres Trust and the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions (DJSIR). Development Victoria is delivering the project on behalf of DJSIR.
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For more information about this project:
- Development Victoria Customer service: 131 852
- Email: AlbertPark@development.vic.gov.au
FAQs
The existing pit building was constructed in 1995, with no significant upgrades since.
The current building does not meet the standards required by Formula 1 and the motorsport governing body, Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile, to host a Formula 1 event.
The pit building is being redeveloped to ensure Melbourne can continue to host the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix through to 2037.
The Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix event generates significant economic benefits and adds to Victoria’s global reputation and image.
The 2025 event drew an attendance of 465,498 individuals to Albert Park across the 4-days.
Hotel occupancy across Melbourne reached 94% on the Saturday of the 2025 event.
An economic report published in 2023 showed the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix poured $268 million into Victoria’s visitor economy and supported 1,149 full time jobs.
Victoria’s enviable calendar of major events gives locals the chance to enjoy world-class culture, sports and entertainment, while providing a boost of over $3.3 billion a year to our economy.
The upgrade will overhaul raceday facilities for drivers, support staff, race administration, media and spectators.
To ensure the Albert Park pit building redevelopment is fit for a world-class spectacle during the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, the new facility will include:
- 14 new car garages (12 team garages and 2 officials’ garages)
- New facilities for race control and administration
- New media centre
- Hospitality facilities (the Paddock Club) for 5,000 people, including prime viewing spaces, patron amenities and kitchen facilities.
Preliminary geotechnical investigations began in April 2025.
The current building will be demolished after the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.
The new garages and a temporary Paddock Club 2,500 capacity facility will be constructed for the 2027 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.
The new facility will be completed in time for the 2028 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.
It is expected that the new garages will be constructed for the 2027 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix and that a temporary 2,500 capacity Paddock Club facility will be provided for the event.
The project will be completed in time for the 2028 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix.
Development Victoria is leading delivery of the project in consultation with key partners, including the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Parks Victoria, State Sport Centres Trust and the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions.
We will work hard to minimise any impacts for the local community. Works notices will be distributed to local residents and businesses when main works commence and throughout the construction process whenever planned disruptions or traffic management activities are scheduled.
These notices will be made available on the project partner websites and casual park users will have the opportunity to opt into the community update emails.
We will work hard to minimise any impacts for the local community including the three schools bordering Albert Park. The project will keep the three schools in Albert Park updated via emails and community updates.
You can register for project updates at www.development.vic.gov.au or email the project team at AlbertPark@development.vic.gov.au
The pit building will be under construction between the 2026 and 2028 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix events and, therefore, not available to use by the public.
The three community sporting groups that will be provided temporary clubroom facilities during construction and will be able to access their existing playing fields.
The area immediately around the pit building will be impacted during the works and some roadways and paths may be diverted. Notice of any changes to access ways and will be provided on site including directional signage.
Some of the casual use courts at the south eastern end of the existing building as well as field 16 west will be impacted by the works and unavailable during the construction period.
Access to allocated playing fields for tenant clubs will be maintained or suitable alternatives identified.
Night works will run from 10 November to 19 December 2025
- Monday to Friday: 7am to 10pm
- Saturday: 7am to 3.30pm
No work will take place on Sundays or public holidays.
Night works will include:
- excavating soil behind the current pit building
- loading of trucks with excavated soil
- occasional truck movements for removal of soil from the site when required
What to expect
- occasional vehicle movements in and out of the site, managed by traffic controllers as required
- temporary lighting within the work area for safety. The lighting will be directed away from homes and surrounding parkland where possible
- existing pedestrian and cyclist access maintained, with traffic management in place if needed
- standard construction noise associated with plant and equipment within approved hours.
We’ll make every effort to minimise impacts on nearby residents and businesses including:
- advanced on-site noise monitors installed in four locations around the site to monitor noise levels on-site
- on-site noise monitors will notify the construction team if noise exceeds permitted levels and corrective actions will be taken to reduce noise if this happens.
- an independent acoustic engineer will be overseeing and advising on acceptable noise levels
- use of acoustic blankets on temporary fencing to reduce noise
- no jackhammering, concrete breaking or saw cutting at night
- limit use of hand tools and restrict noisy manual activities
- reduced crew and limited machinery operating overnight
- reduce on-site generators during night work wherever possible
- no idling. Machinery and vehicles to be switched off when not in use
- all lighting to be internal to the site and directional to the works zone. Please note that night works will require lights to be erected on site. The lighting will be directed away from homes and surrounding parkland where possible.
These night works will not impact access to the pit building. We will have traffic controllers managing vehicle movements in line with the project’s traffic management plan.
Night works
From Monday 10 November 2025 until 19 December we’ll be undertaking night works to ensure we can meet the delivery timelines for the first stage of construction.
We understand night works can be an inconvenience, and we’ll be taking every care to keep noise and disruption to a minimum. This includes using noise mitigation strategies across site.
To minimise our impact on the community we’ll be monitoring noise levels during night works and will comply with strict Environment Protection Authority and Local government guidelines.
When will night works start?
Night works will run from 10 November to 19 December 2025
- Monday to Friday: 7am to 10pm
- Saturday: 7am to 3.30pm
No work will take place on Sundays or public holidays.
What we’ll be doing
Works will include:
- excavating soil behind the current pit building
- loading of trucks with excavated soil
- occasional truck movements for removal of soil from the site when required.
What to expect
- occasional vehicle movements in and out of the site, managed by traffic controllers as required
- temporary lighting within the work area for safety. The lighting will be directed away from homes and surrounding parkland where possible
- existing pedestrian and cyclist access maintained, with traffic management where needed
- standard construction noise associated with plant and equipment.
How we are minimising impacts
We’ll make every effort to minimise impacts on nearby residents and businesses including:
- advanced on-site noise monitors installed in four locations around the site to monitor noise levels
- on-site noise monitors will notify the construction team if noise exceeds permitted levels and corrective actions will be taken to reduce noise if this happens.
- an independent acoustic engineer will be monitoring noise levels for compliance
- use of acoustic blankets on temporary fencing to reduce noise
- no jackhammering, concrete breaking or saw-cutting at night
- limiting use of hand tools and restrict noisy manual activities
- reduced crew and limited machinery operating overnight
- reducing on-site generators during night work wherever possible
- no idling. Machinery and vehicles to be switched off when not in use
- all lighting to be internal to the site and directional to the works zone. Please note that night works will require lights to be erected on site. The lighting will be directed away from homes and surrounding parkland where possible.
Relocation for Albert Park Pit Building sports clubs
To ensure community sporting club tenants currently based in the pit building can continue to operate during the redevelopment, they will be relocated to new temporary facilities in Albert Park.
The facilities will be located adjacent to the sports clubs playing fields.
Development Victoria has undertaken consultation with the sporting clubs and Parks Victoria to ensure the temporary facilities meet their needs and they can continue to train and take part in competition.
The sports clubs that will be relocated are:
- Middle Park Football Club
- South Melbourne Women’s Football Club
- Power House Rugby Union Club
Early works will commence on site from early November. This will include removing inground infrastructure, trenching for services placement, and the establishment of temporary fencing around the construction zones.
We will minimise impacts on the surrounding sportsfields and open space during the construction of the temporary facilities and the Albert Park pit building redevelopment.
Tree removal
An arborist report has identified two trees for removal to allow for the construction of these pavilions. The trees are mature exotic Balsam Poplar and Pin Oak.
These trees are being replaced as part of 120 trees that will be replanted around the new building and the wider park.
Soil remediation works and park update
As part of the early works for the redevelopment of the Albert Park Pit Building, we have identified asbestos in the soil. While it is not posing a health risk, we are taking proactive steps to safely manage and treat it.
The soil and materials are being tracked from extraction to safe disposal, and independent inspections are being conducted on-site during removal and post-removal.
Treating the soil will require an extension to the work site area impacting the basketball courts next to the current pit building which are now closed.
Safe removal of material
The safety of our workers and the community is our top priority in all asbestos removal activities and we are taking all necessary steps to minimise the impact of asbestos removal on the surrounding environment.
Our methods are designed to protect the health of the community and prevent any exposure to asbestos fibres. We adhere to Victorian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations, implementing safety controls such as defining work areas, dust suppression, and protective clothing for workers. We also conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure ongoing compliance and the highest standards of safety.
Monitoring park impacts
To ensure the project adheres to environmental controls, several noise and vibration monitors will be placed throughout the park. These will assist the project team to keep noise and vibration within the allowed limits.
Footpath access
Footpaths to the east, north and south of the construction site will be closed as required to allow for site setup and pre-construction services upgrade works.
Pedestrian access
Access to the current pit building will be maintained, with clear signage in place to divert pedestrians around the construction site.
We will work closely with our contractors to minimise any disruptions for park users.
Traffic management measures
Measures such as traffic controllers, signage and bollards will be used to direct traffic around the site. Worksite exclusion fencing, and bollards will also be used to control hazards at the worksite.
Please take note of the changed traffic conditions if you drive in through the park.
Precinct access changes from 12 September 2025
See below for list of works and impacts. Please note, finalisation of some dates and details is ongoing.
| Dates | Working hours | Description | Affected areas |
|---|---|---|---|
September 2025 to February 2026 | Monday to Friday: 7am to 5pm Saturday: 9am to 3pm | Soil treatment works – removal of asbestos | Extended works site areas on both sides of current pit building. Footpaths to the east, north and south of the construction site will be closed as required to allow for site setup and pre-construction services upgrade works. Increased construction vehicle movements in the park. |
Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts in October 2024 on the redevelopment of the Albert Park pit building and via the online survey on the Engage Victoria website.
We compiled all the responses received into an engagement summary report. The report was submitted to the Department of Transport and Planning in May 2025 to support planning approval and help shape the future of the project.
In accordance with Clause 52.30 (of the Port Phillip Planning Scheme), the Albert Park Pit Building Redevelopment Project has been defined as a state project.
Updated on 31 October 2025