Next stage of Orange Sports Complex construction to commence
The next stage of construction will soon commence on the long-awaited state funded $59.5 million Orange Sports Complex.
Following a collaborative design review between Orange City Council and the NSW Government, the project will proceed in stages to ensure it is delivered on budget and in the best interests of the community.
The first stage to be delivered by the Council will comprise of eight multi-purpose playing fields, to be completed by the end of 2024, with a tender for works being released on Friday.
Following this, work is expected to be undertaken by the Council in 2025 to deliver the rectangular field and stadium which will support sporting events across the region, particularly men and women’s soccer, rugby union and rugby league. The stadium will feature a 1,500-seat grandstand and a total capacity of 8,500.
The final stage of work will see the delivery of an athletics facility.
Once completed, the complex will provide a much-needed additional regional sporting hub. The NSW Government is committed to working with Council to ensure the successful delivery of this vital community infrastructure and welcomes Orange City Council’s commitment to provide any additional funding required if the project exceeds the State’s commitment of $59.5 million.
Premier of NSW Chris Minns said, “This is an important step towards delivering this long-awaited community infrastructure.
“I congratulate Phil for his unwavering advocacy for his community and Orange City Council for their dedication to delivering this long-awaited precinct.
“I look forward to the next generation of NSW sporting legends getting to play at a completed Orange Sports Complex soon.”
NSW Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said, “I welcome the local Council’s commitment to ensuring this complex is delivered in line with community expectations.
“This is a great example of how local and state governments can work together to ensure our Regional communities receive the infrastructure they deserve.
“The fact is this should have been achieved much earlier, however unfortunately the Orange Community was let down by the former government.
“I’m proud to be able to make this announcement and look forward to seeing people playing and spectating on these fields in the near future.”
Member of Orange Phil Donato said, “Finally, we have certainty for the Orange Sports Complex.
“I am pleased that the NSW Government and Council have found a positive pathway forward to deliver this project for the people of Orange.
“This project has been delayed for too long but now it will be delivered over the coming years and prove to be a major drawcard for the City of Orange.”
