Penrith Stadium Redevelopment has reached a major milestone with the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure granting planning consent, clearing the path for a contract to be awarded and work to start.
With the planning green tick of approval, a contract is expected to be awarded soon for a builder to start work
early next year, with completion set for 2026.
Penrith Stadium is set to become a superior entertainment venue, improving the experience for fans and
spectators, whilst delivering a more cohesive recreation precinct for the local community.
As part of the upgrade, the ground capacity is set to be increased to around 25,000 and an additional 5,000
capacity when hosting up to 10 concerts a year.
The stadium will include upgraded player amenities, including new female friendly facilities to support the growth of women’s sport. As part of the improved experience there will be a 300% increase in wheelchair accessible seating, 85% increase in accessible toilets, and a significant increase in the number of women’s toilets.
Additionally, the training field to the west of the stadium will be remodelled to create new quality open spaces
with multipurpose courts and improved landscaping to increase shade for outdoor entertainment and community use.
More than 500 jobs will be created during construction, with a further 650 jobs to be supported once operational, providing a boost to the local economy.
The stadium will deliver employment opportunities across the food and beverage, and hospitality sectors and
bring over $270 million in construction goods and services sourced from local businesses during construction.
To find out more visit https://penrithstadium.insw.com
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said:
“This is a much-needed upgrade to a stadium surrounded by a thriving and passionate community, and it will be amazing to see the seats filled as fans come roaring in to enjoy the gameday experience.
“The local community and fans have been integral in shaping the new stadium, and we are delivering what they want, including retaining the hills at either end of the stadium, and modernising amenities and seating.
“The stadium will be purpose-built to host women’s and men’s NRL games, and will also cater for rugby union, soccer, live music and other entertainment events.”
Minister for Lands and Property and Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:
“Today’s announcement is a huge milestone and an incredible win for the local community and visitors to Western Sydney.
“The improved stadium will attract visitors far and wide, providing a boost to the economy and building upon the already strong entertainment and sporting culture in Western Sydney.
“This announcement comes on the back of a fourth consecutive win by the Penrith Panthers, and I will be excited to see not only the Panthers, but women’s NRL and other codes take to the field in this superior venue.”
Member for Penrith, Karen McKeown said:
“Today’s announcement is a huge leap forward for the Penrith Stadium redevelopment, which will provide a long-awaited multi-purpose facility for our community.”
