Subject to finalisation of the contract, work on this phase of the project will be delivered under an alliance contract model. The architectural and engineering effort will commence immediately and is anticipated to be complete by the end of CY2025.
Subject to further approvals, the Alliance Contract will be extended to include the entire delivery of the overall sporting and entertainment precinct commencing in early CY2026. The total budget for the project is $217 million.
The precinct will create a vibrant, multi-purpose destination enhancing Burswood Park’s existing activities, delivering new amenity and improved accessibility for visitors and nearby residents, and strengthening connections between Optus Stadium, Perth city and surrounds.
It will elevate Western Australia’s standing as a premier place for sport and entertainment, featuring:
- A new outdoor amphitheatre with capacity for 15,000 to 20,000 people, complementing nearby existing venues and entertainment infrastructure, such as Optus Stadium, Crown Perth and the surrounds.
- Facilities to support live music and sporting events, including an annual Supercars event, cycling criterium racing and paralympic racing.
- Enhancement of the local environment through landscape improvements and renewal, including optimising green spaces, precinct connectivity and maximising the river setting.
Civmec’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr Patrick Tallon, said “Having been previously involved in iconic projects in the City such as the Optus Stadium, Elizabeth Quay, Matagarup Bridge and Boorloo Bridge we are honoured to have the opportunity to again participate in a project that will redefine the city’s engagement with sport and entertainment.”
