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Looking to support performance pathways for emerging athletes, the Queensland Government is to deliver a $28 million upgrade program at five sport and recreation venues.

Construction has now begun at the popular Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct in Currimundi and the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct at Tallebudgera.

At the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct, upgrades include a new accessible gymnasium, a recovery space with ice baths and sauna, a sport and recreation office space, a beach access path linking to the existing coastal walkway, and an additional emergency access road.

Capital works at the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct includes development of new accessible accommodation, a new outdoor gym, and a new carpark to support increased operations.

The tender for the works at the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct was awarded to I.C.M Construction (QLD) Pty Ltd, while work at Gold Coast Recreation Precinct is being carried out by FK Gardner & Sons Pty Ltd.

Work at both sites is expected to be completed in early 2026.

Announcing the program, Queensland Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for Olympic and Paralympic Games, Tim Mander stated “our Sport and Recreation Venues are embedded in the history of the communities they serve and are continuing to grow.

“With record numbers visiting the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast precincts last year, it’s vital that we invest so the facilities can meet current and future demand.

“These upgrades will help more Queenslanders to get active, support healthy lifestyles and strengthen community connections through sport and recreation.

“They will play a pivotal role in supporting many athletes and teams in the lead up to Brisbane 2032.”

Images: Artist impressions of the recovery area at the Sunshine Coast Recreation Precinct (top) and the accommodation block at the Gold Coast Recreation Precinct (below).

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