Amphitheatres, basketball courts unveiled as stage two JD Hardie works completed in South Hedland

New multipurpose courts, shade shelters and an amphitheatre have been unveiled at the opening of the expanded youth centre in South Hedland.

The expansion and redevelopment of the JD Hardie Youth Centre includes three new multi-use courts, the installation of a shade shelter, an amphitheatre, landscaping and an accessible change room.

The stage two works were completed by TEC Services Group who were awarded the tender in February after the site’s previous contractors MJW Building entered voluntary administration in January 2021.

The opening ceremony was held at the site on September 7.

The $7.5 million second stage development was primarily funded by the Town of Port Hedland, with $750,000 provided through the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries’ Community Sporting and Recreation Facilities Fund.

Mayor Peter Carter said this was another example of the Town’s commitment to deliver quality public infrastructure that serves community need.

“The Town is committed to creating a thriving, resilient and inclusive future for our diverse community,” he said.

“A key part of this is investing in civic and recreational amenity and services that make Hedland a great place to live — we want more people to call Hedland home.”

Mr Carter said the investment in the JD Hardie Youth and Community Hub was an important step in making Hedland a great place to live.

“My thanks go to the teams that work with young people in our community and helped to bring this fantastic centre to completion,” he said.

Pilbara MLA Kevin Michel said the opening of the second-stage development would support increased access, across all ages and abilities, to Port Hedland’s principal youth precinct.

“Sport and recreation is a big part of living in Hedland, and can make a great difference to the future direction of young people’s lives,” he said.

“This substantial redevelopment not only addresses the recreation and social needs of local young people and children, but it will also serve as a primary welfare and community emergency centre.”