The final stage of redevelopment of the iconic Whitten Oval is now complete.
The home of the Western Bulldogs, the final stage of the redevelopment included an indoor training field, advanced performance centre and new EJ Whitten Stand.
The new stand includes improved seating and facilities for spectators, a new function room, administration offices and space for the club’s community foundation to deliver its programs across the western suburbs.
The new indoor training field provides a world-class, all-weather venue for the Western Bulldogs’ AFL, AFLW, VFL and VFLW teams to train in all conditions.
The expanded advanced performance centre will also support the club’s training and community programs. New broadcast quality sports lighting, a refurbished entry building and club museum are also part of the redevelopment.
Fans from across Victoria and interstate can also enjoy the new match-day pavilion, which features a new function room and extra hospitality vendors to bolster the off-field experience.
Named in honour of club legend Ted Whitten, Whitten Oval has been an iconic landmark in Footscray and home of the Bulldogs since 1883.
Stage one of the redevelopment was delivered in 2018.
Western Bulldogs president Kylie Watson-Wheeler said those who attended the ‘Save the Bulldogs’ rally here years ago would have been unable to imagine what Whitten Oval has become.
“We’re proud to provide such an important point of connection for our fans and our neighbours in one of the most dynamic and diverse regions in Victoria with this state-of-the-art venue,” she said.
Footscray MP Katie Hall said that this redevelopment will help the club build on their strong record of supporting the local community through its Daughters and Sons of the West, Nallei Jerring, and African-Australian GOAL mentoring programs.”
