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Bringing communities together through sport
Brockman Oval

Off the back of two major projects in 2024, West Arnhem Regional Council is excited to announce significant upgrades to our recreation facilities in Jabiru! 
Council is committed to improving sporting facilities across the region and are proud to have completed the new Gunbalanya Oval upgrades and lighting installation in 2024, as well as the soon-to-be-opened Maningrida Changerooms in June 2025.
Now, we’re pleased to deliver $1.15 million in further investments thanks to funding from the Federal Labor Government to boost recreation in our region.

  • $375,000 – Refurbishment of the gym at Jabiru Swimming Pool, including new toilets, showers, and changerooms

  • $250,000 – Upgrade to saltwater chlorination system at the pool for a safer, modern facility

  • $275,000 – New fence and electronic scoreboard at Brockman Oval, home of the mighty Jabiru Bombers and the 2024-25 NTFL Men’s Division 1 Winners.

West Arnhem Regional Council Mayor James Woods said Council welcomes this funding from the Federal Government for community infrastructure, and their commitment to improving quality of life in remote communities.
“Sport and recreation is a lifeblood – it brings people together and contributes to building stronger communities. Council looks forward to delivering these projects and are counting down to the grand opening of the Maningrida Changerooms in 2025.” 
“It’s an exciting time for sport and recreation in West Arnhem.”
While only some projects are selected for funding at a time, Council continues to advocate strongly for more funding to improve sport and recreation facilities in all West Arnhem communities.

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