FAQs

Pettys Reserve was highlighted by Football Victoria and the Victorian Government as a location for additional soccer facilities to respond to an increased demand for the sport. Community consultation on the upgrade plan was conducted in 2010 and 2011 and endorsed by Council in 2011.

• Installation of synthetic playing surfaces on two full sized soccer pitches
• 8 metre protective netting behind soccer goals to contain soccer balls
• Environmentally sustainable LED sports field floodlights
• A new pavilion with modular change rooms, unisex facilities plus a multipurpose space
• Public facilities with two unisex restrooms
• A new playground
• An asphalt car park for 130 car spaces, plus an area for a further 60 car spaces
• Extensive landscaping within the reserve.

The sports field surfaces will consist of synthetic grass with rubber shock pad underlay.

Construction is scheduled to commence in May 2020 and is anticipated to be completed November 2021.

Yes, facilities will be available for community use outside of allocated times.

No, the facilities are designed to be shared by all Manningham soccer clubs and schools and provide a venue for training and overflow competition games.

It is anticipated that sports floodlights will be used during training Monday to Friday until 9.30pm.

The sports pavilion will be available during training and/or match play activities and in accordance with our Conditions of Pavilion and Ground Use Policy.

Sports clubs are not permitted to BYO alcohol at sporting activities and must adhere to strict regulations. Alcohol is only permitted in accordance with the Victorian Commission for Gambling and Liquor Regulation.