Waaia Hardcourt Redevelopment Project

• Project value$865,398
• Contractor nameiDwala
• Completion Date31 March 2026

Moira Shire is set to receive a major investment in local sports and recreation facilities with the commencement of the Waaia Recreation Reserve Netball/Tennis Court Upgrade. This project is made possible by funding from the Sport & Recreation Victoria 'Regional Communities Sporting Infrastructure Fund - Women and Girls Facilities'.

The project will deliver two brand-new, fit-for-purpose netball courts with state of the art LED lighting, player and official shelters, an effective drainage system, secure and durable perimetre fencing and high-quality goal posts.  

These upgrades will not only enhance the sporting experience for players, officials, and spectators but will also create a safer, more accessible environment for the community.

The project began in November 2025, with completion anticipated by early 2026. 

Updates

July 2026 

The Waaia Hardcourt Redevelopment Project has been officially completed, with the upgraded courts opened at a community celebration on 23 July 2026. The redevelopment has transformed four ageing courts into two modern multipurpose courts meeting Netball Victoria and Tennis Australia standards, alongside new shelters, upgraded lighting and secure fencing. Delivered through a partnership between Moira Shire Council, the Victorian Government and the Waaia community, the new facility will support local sport and recreation for years to come.

 

December 2025

Construction is underway on site, with earthworks and investigations currently taking place. Installations are scheduled for 2026.

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May 2025

The existing four courts at Waaia Recreation Reserve will be replaced with two new multipurpose courts designed to meet the standards of Netball Victoria and Tennis Australia. The project also includes the installation of new player and official shelters, upgraded court lighting, and perimeter fencing.

This redevelopment is being delivered with funding support from the Regional Community Sports Infrastructure Fund and aims to enhance the quality and accessibility of local sports facilities.

Construction is being undertaken by iDwala, with project completion anticipated by March 2026.