Local sporting groups, players and community members have been enjoying upgraded amenities at Buff Point and Halekulani Ovals, with new facilities in use since the start of the 2025 winter sports season.

Proudly funded by $2.8 million from the NSW Government, the projects were delivered by Central Coast Council and have created modern, functional and accessible spaces to support local sport and community connection.

Minister for Regional NSW, Tara Moriarty said the NSW Government is pleased to support projects which encourage community members to enjoy the outdoors.

“Outdoor facilities like the ones at Buff Point and Halekulani Oval encourage sports lovers, their families and friends to get outdoors for exercise and connection,” Minister Moriarty said. 

“It’s great to see the community embracing them for the winter sports season and I look forward to seeing that extend into the warmer months too.”

Central Coast Council Director Community and Recreation Services, Melanie Smith said the upgrades replaced ageing amenities buildings with facilities that meet current standards and better serve community needs.

“The new buildings were designed in consultation with local sporting groups to ensure they reflect how our community uses these spaces – whether that’s for training, game day or simply gathering to enjoy local sport,” Ms Smith said.

“Each facility prioritises functionality and inclusion, with features such as accessible toilets, accessible changerooms with showers, canteens, referee rooms and dedicated storage.”

Council Mayor, Lawrie McKinna said the new facilities are already making a positive difference for local sport.

“It’s great to see the new buildings at Buff Point and Halekulani Ovals in use this season,” Mayor McKinna said.

“Having spent most of my life involved in sport, I know how important good facilities are for players, clubs and the wider community.

“With clubs like the Budgewoi Bulldogs, Budgewoi Netball, Central Coast Cricket and Central Coast Gridiron based in the region, these upgrades give teams facilities they can be proud of, helping to keep players engaged in sport and attract bigger crowds to games.”

Project details

• At Buff Point Oval, a $1.58 million upgrade saw the demolition of a 44-year-old amenities building and construction of a new facility with two change rooms with individually partitioned showers, unisex and accessible toilets, a canteen, a canteen store, a referee room, a club room, two storage areas and improved walkways. The project included $379,771 in drainage and irrigation works to improve field safety and usability. Council will soon consult the community on the preferred future location of the adjoining off-leash dog park.
• At Halekulani Oval, a $1.3 million project replaced the 54-year-old amenities building and the other canteen and change room building with a modern facility that includes four change rooms with individually partitioned showers, unisex and accessible toilets, a canteen, a canteen store, a referee room, three storage rooms, an undercover BBQ area and improved walkways.

For more information, visit ‘Buff Point Oval building upgrade’ or ‘Halekulani Oval building upgrade’ project pages.

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