Civic Reserve Pavilion is a game changer for local clubs

Published on 20 February 2025

The $10.5 million project marks a significant milestone for Mount Martha Soccer Club, Mornington Little Athletics and Mornington Peninsula Athletics Club: it’s the first time they have a facility to call home!   

The new Pavilion has transformed Civic Reserve into a premier sporting and community hub, thanks to $4 million State Government funding through the Community Sports Infrastructure Stimulus Program and $6.5 million Mornington Peninsula Shire contribution.  

The new pavilion is not only stylish but also built with the environment and reducing maintenance costs in mind. Features include:  

• Passive design including insulation, glazing and shading to improve energy efficiency  
• Large 50kW solar PV system  
• Efficient hot water heat pump  
• Rainwater tank to capture and reuse water  
• Efficient air conditioning, lighting and fixtures  
• Raingardens to improve stormwater quality  
• Low carbon concrete used in civil and structural design.  

Quotes attributable to Mayor Councillor Anthony Marsh:  
“The Civic Reserve Sports Pavilion is more than just a building – it’s a game-changer for our local sports clubs. For the first time, Mount Martha Soccer Club, Mornington Little Athletics, and Mornington Peninsula Athletics Club have a dedicated home, and I’m thrilled to see this vision come to life.

“This facility isn’t just about supporting grassroots sport - it’s also setting a new standard in sustainability with cutting-edge energy-efficient features that reduce environmental impact and ongoing costs.”  
 
Quotes attributable to Moorooduc Ward Councillor Bruce Ranken:  
“It’s fantastic to see this investment in local sport! The sports clubs have already moved in and are enjoying finally having a high-quality facility to call home!”