Jim Elphick Tennis Centre taking shape at Bolton Park

Published: 03 Oct 2024 10:45am

Contractors are making excellent progress on the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre at Bolton Park, with the centrepiece of the reinvigorated sports hub now taking firm shape heading into the last quarter of the year.

The warmer weather has been a welcome guest at this stage of construction, with several key works – including installation of the roof and roof trusses on the clubhouse – now successfully marked as complete.

Level 1 framing has also been finalised on the clubhouse, paving the way for the next stage of works on this exciting new multi-purpose venue.

On the ground, significant works have also been undertaken for key aspects of construction including service location, drainage, fencing and lighting.

Installation works for base pavements are at the halfway point on wider courts.

Project Manager Matt Griffin noted that the new facility, upon completion, will be a space designed to cater to both a variety of different sports, and multiple fitness levels.

We’ve been working closely with our construction and design partners throughout the life of this project, to ensure the final product is not only a first-class facility, but also one that reflects the feedback and aspirations of our key stakeholders.

These sentiments were echoed by Manager City Growth & Regional Assets, Ben Creighton.

“One of the most important aspects of this project is to ensure the Bolton Park Sports Hub is welcoming and meets the needs of all members of the community pursing their fitness and leisure goals,” Mr Creighton said.

Looking ahead, contractors have begun preparation for asphalt surfacing of the courts, which is scheduled to occur on the site in the coming weeks, weather permitting.