We’re investing in spaces for our West Lakes community to play, exercise and connect. Over the coming months, we’ll be improving facilities and access at Football Park, including new irrigation and turf, and inviting you to share what you love about Central Park and how it could be improved.
Football Park
We'll be undertaking upgrades to the Football Park oval and surrounding facilities from November 2026 to June 2027. This will include an improved playing surface, better access and new spaces for the community to enjoy.
During the irrigation and turf replacement, the oval will be closed from the beginning of January until the end of March 2027.
November - December 2026 - Initial works will include a new crossing on Phillips Street, new coaches boxes, ramp access connecting the running and walking track, and a new light pole. Some areas may be cordoned off for safety while works are underway.
January - March 2027 - The oval will close for three months while a new irrigation system and turf are installed. The new system will improve water efficiency and support our ongoing maintenance, with new turf providing a durable surface for community use. We'll also realign the oval slightly to fit the updated site boundaries following the decommissioning of the old AAMI Stadium.
April - June 2027 - The final stage will include a new running and walking path around the outside of the oval, a new retaining wall, and a playground and picnic facilities near the oval’s north-eastern pocket. The oval will be accessible during this stage, with some areas closed off as works take place.
Thank you for your patience while we improve this space for everyone to enjoy.
Visit our Football Park page for regular updates.
Central Park
In 2025, Central Park Reserve was transferred to the City of Charles Sturt, previously part of the WEST development.
We're now asking our community what they think about Central Park Reserve:
- How would you like to use it?
- How would you like to see it improved?