Key details
Overview
Construction is now underway on upgrades to the Stead Park Hockey Facility in Corio, as part of the Victorian Government’s Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.
Delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria, the redevelopment will transform Stead Park into a premier hockey venue for the region, creating opportunities for community participation, high-performance sport and events.
The upgraded facility will include:
- a new main pavilion located between the two pitches for easy access
- four new change rooms, match officials room and first aid area
- a social space, meeting room, kitchen and terrace overlooking both pitches
- redeveloped western pitch with new fencing, improved drainage, electronic scoreboard and upgraded LED lighting
- additional car parking including accessible bays and a new access road
During construction, local businesses will be encouraged to get involved through procurement opportunities, creating local jobs and supporting the Geelong economy.
Construction began in 2025 and is expected to be completed in late 2026.
For direct inquiries, please email us at SteadParkComms@development.vic.gov.au.
Project outcomes
- New main pavilion with modern change rooms, social spaces and spectator terrace
- Redeveloped western pitch ready for national-level competition
- Upgraded lighting, drainage and electronic scoreboard
- Improved access, parking and pathways for players and visitors
- Targeting BESS Excellence sustainability rating
- Efficient water use and stormwater management
- Energy-efficient systems and improved indoor comfort
- Rainwater harvesting and waste reduction measures
- Encouraging sustainable transport options
- Local jobs and procurement opportunities during construction
- Enhanced sporting pathways and community participation
- Increased capacity to host regional and national events
- Boost to the local economy through sport and tourism
Timeline
Concept design complete
Community consultation - March to April
Construction commenced - September
Project completion
Location map
The Stead Park Hockey Facility is located on Johns Street, Corio, within the City of Greater Geelong, on Wadawurrung Country.
It sits near key transport routes and community facilities, making it easily accessible for local and visiting teams.
Community engagement
In March 2025, the community was invited to a series of information sessions, including a drop-in sessions at Stead Park Hockey Pavilion and an online webinar, to learn more about the plans for the upgrades.
These sessions provided opportunities to view designs, ask questions, and share feedback, which helped inform the final planning and design stages.
We thank everyone who participated and contributed to this exciting project for Stead Park.
View the Stead Park Community Webinar March 2025 on the left.
FAQs
Upgrades include a new main pavilion between the two pitches, a redeveloped western pitch (pitch1) with lighting and drainage improvements, and additional parking and access upgrades.
Construction began in September 2025 and is expected to finish in late 2026.
The project targets a Built Environment Sustainability Scorecard (BESS) excellence rating, with initiatives for energy efficiency, water management, waste reduction and sustainable materials.
Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation has been engaged through design to ensure the upgrades reflect culture, stories and connection to Country.
There is no planned tree removal as part of the upgrades.
We're working closely with the tenants that are co-located in this section of Stead Park with coordination of events and construction activities ongoing. Works notices will be distributed to nearby residents and businesses, and traffic management will be in place to minimise disruption.
Yes. The upgraded facilities will include additional and accessible parking along a new access road, improving access to the pavilion and pitches.
Yes, the new kitchen will be a commercial kitchen that can service function room events and external functions of 120 people. The kitchen will also support the kiosk/canteen on the ground floor.
There is no new lighting to the east pitch (pitch 2) as part of these works. However, the west pitch will benefit from new lighting, fencing and amenities upgrades.
Yes, as part of the project, a 20,000l stormwater detention tank will be installed. This tank will harvest stormwater for re-use including irrigation.
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View allUpdated on 03 December 2025