Key details
Location
173–213 Ghazeepore Road, Mount Duneed
City of Greater Geelong
Wadawurrung Country
Client
Sport and Recreation Victoria
Project Partners
City of Greater Geelong
Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation
Overview
Construction is now underway on the new Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex, as part of the Victorian Government’s Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.
Delivered by Development Victoria on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria, the project will create a new multi-sport facility for the growing Geelong region, providing opportunities for community participation, recreation and events.
The new Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex will include:
- six indoor multi-sport courts
- a regional-level gymnastics facility
- a dance studio
- car parking with electric vehicle charging stations.
The project will support local businesses and boost employment during delivery, creating a sustainable and inclusive community facility that meets the needs of the region now and into the future.
Construction began in October 2025 and is expected to be completed in early 2027.
For direct inquiries, please email us at WaurnPondsComms@development.vic.gov.au.
Artist opportunity Expressions of Interest now open
Development Victoria is inviting Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander artists and businesses to submit an Expression of Interest to create two original artworks for the new Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex in Mount Duneed.
This is an opportunity to contribute to a major regional project shaped in partnership with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners, creating a lasting cultural legacy for the community.
EOI submissions close 11:59pm, Sunday 15 March 2026.
How to apply
Email your submission to rsip_geelong@development.vic.gov.au, including:
- Completed response form
- At least three images of previous artwork
- A short statement of approach
- Confirmation of availability
- Tender number: EOI 18761
Project outcomes
- Six new indoor courts for basketball, netball and other indoor sports
- A gymnastics facility and dance studio for community and competitive use
- High-quality amenities and flexible community spaces
- Car parking with EV charging and accessible facilities
- Targeting Five Star Green Star certification
- Passive design with integrated shading and natural ventilation
- Solar panels (375kW PV system) for renewable energy generation
- Fossil fuel-free, fully electric building design
- 20% reduction in upfront carbon and 30% improvement in energy efficiency
- Indoor air quality +50% above standard fresh air provision
- Extensive bicycle parking to support active transport
- Design guided by the Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation
- Colour palette, materials and landscaping informed by Wadawurrung stories and connection to Country
- A design that celebrates culture and encourages community connection to Wadawurrung Country
- Local jobs and procurement opportunities during construction
- Enhanced community access to recreation, events and sport
- Boost to local business and economic activity
- Long-term legacy of sustainability and inclusion for Geelong
Timeline
Community consultation
Construction started
Planning and design
Project completion
Community Engagement
In April 2025, the community was invited to a series of information sessions, including a drop-in sessions at Waurn Ponds Library 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 Geelong.
View the Waurn Ponds online information session on the left.
Project location
The Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex is located at 173–213 Ghazeepore Road, Mount Duneed, within the City of Greater Geelong, on Wadawurrung Country.
The site is well connected to nearby roads and growing residential areas, providing easy access for the community.
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A new multi-sport facility featuring six indoor courts, a gymnastics facility, dance studio, and car parking with EV charging.
Development Victoria is delivering the complex on behalf of Sport and Recreation Victoria, in partnership with the City of Greater Geelong.
Construction began in October 2025 and is expected to finish in early 2027.
The complex is targeting a Five Star Green Star rating, with solar panels, energy-efficient systems, and a fossil fuel-free design.
The Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation has provided the Narrative of Place – Yuroyuroke – which has guided the project’s design and cultural expression.
There is no planned tree removal on the site.
A new carpark with EV charging and bicycle parking will be included in the design, improving accessibility for all users.
Works notices will be provided to nearby residents and businesses throughout construction, with traffic management in place where required.
Yes. Spaces within the facility are expected to be available for community and sporting events, subject to management arrangements.
Yes. The building design allows for sections to be ‘airlocked,’ enabling parts of the facility to be used separately for events or programs.
Resources
- Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex Artist EOI PDF, 1.1 mb
- Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex FAQs 2025 PDF, 1.5 mb
- Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex - Online Webinar Slide Deck - April 2025 PDF, 2.7 mb
- Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex Fact Sheet April 2025 - PDF PDF, 2.0 mb
- Waurn Ponds Sporting Complex Fact Sheet April 2025 - word document DOCX, 1.2 mb
Updated on 10 February 2026