- Name and operator of WACA Ground's new state-of-art community hub unveiled
- World-class aquatic and health facility overlooking historic ground to be known as 'The Pavilion'
- Leading Australian operator of premium health clubs and aquatic centres, BlueFit, appointed as manager
The Western Australian Government, in partnership with WA Cricket, has today announced the name and operator of the exciting new aquatic and health facility within the historic WACA Ground precinct in East Perth.
Constructed as part of the WACA Ground Improvement Project, which is a joint initiative between the WA Government, Federal Government and City of Perth in partnership with WA Cricket and Cricket Australia, the world-class community hub will be known as 'The Pavilion'.
The facility will be managed by leading Australian operator of premium health clubs and aquatic centres, BlueFit, providing the community with exceptional fitness, aquatic, and wellness experiences overlooking the WACA Ground.
The Pavilion will offer patrons the unique experience of watching live sport from a 50-metre pool alongside a fully equipped gymnasium, group fitness studios, and wellness spaces designed to cater to beginners, families, elite athletes, and seniors alike.
It will also feature an indoor learn-to-swim pool, water slides, aquatic play area, all abilities playground, and a public caf called Wirin, which means "spirit" in Noongar and will feature a menu reflective of the six Noongar seasons.
The Pavilion name pays homage to WA Cricket's rich heritage and the enduring spirit of community that has defined the WACA Ground since the first pavilion was established at the venue in 1895.
The WACA redevelopment is supported by a $99.7 million investment from the WA Government and $5.2 million from Lotterywest to create a more accessible, lively and inclusive community precinct in East Perth.
It also forms part of the Western Australian Government's PlayOn WA: 2030 by 2030 initiative to deliver 2,030 community sport and recreation infrastructure items across WA by the year 2030, backed by $332 million in the 2025-26 State Budget.
For more information on the WACA Ground Improvement Project, visit www.thepavilionwacaground.com.au
As stated by Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti:
"Unveiling the name and operator for this new facility is an exciting milestone for the WACA Ground, WA Cricket, and Western Australian community that will enjoy the benefits of this world-class redevelopment.
"I am delighted that the WA Government's record investment in sporting infrastructure, through PlayOn WA, is helping to support iconic projects such as The Pavilion and the facilities it will provide for our cricketers and the wider community.
"I am looking forward to seeing the community enjoy The Pavilion's world-class facilities and the injection of energy it will deliver to the precinct and inner-city area.
"Western Australia has a long and proud history of cricket and this important piece of the WACA Ground redevelopment will support our high-performance and grassroots cricketers for many years to come."
As stated by Perth MLA John Carey:
"It's terrific to see another milestone reached for this exciting new facility, which is crucial to ensuring the growing number of people who are moving into the East Perth area have access to top health and wellbeing amenities.
"Along with the neighbouring new primary school, The Pavilion and broader WACA Ground improvement will be transformative for the east end of our city and local residents.
"This is another important project to revitalise the inner city and make Perth more vibrant and liveable, which also includes the ECU City campus and recently completed Boorloo Bridge."
