Master Plan
Western Suburbs Rugby League Football Club (Mackay) Inc.
Purpose
The Wests Tigers Rugby League Football Club (Wests Tigers RLFC) Master Plan serves as a strategic blueprint designed to guide the development and optimization of the club’s land, with the overarching aim of creating a comprehensive multi-sport community hub. This plan is intricately aligned with Mackay Regional Council’s broader objectives of fostering healthy communities through the provision of appropriate sport and recreation facilities.
The envisioned hub is intended to offer a safe, functional, and attractive environment that not only encourages widespread community participation across a diverse range of sports but also promotes inclusivity. By accommodating individuals of all genders, ages, abilities, and cultural backgrounds, the club aims to support the growth of participation and the nurturing of athletic talent within the region. Moreover, the Master Plan is strategically positioned to transform Wests Tigers RLFC into a popular destination for a variety of events, including sporting competitions, training programs, carnivals, festivals, agricultural field days, and charity fundraisers, all of which are expected to contribute positively to the regional economy.
Approach
The approach to developing the Wests Tigers RLFC Master Plan was rooted in comprehensive stakeholder engagement, ensuring that the plan reflects the genuine needs and aspirations of both the community and key stakeholders. This process began with the identification and mapping of relevant stakeholders, followed by a series of in-depth meetings, conducted both in-person and online, along with telephone calls and email correspondence to gather valuable input.
Additionally, a detailed community questionnaire was distributed to gain insights into the current usage patterns and preferences for both existing and potential facilities. The development process also included a community open day, which provided an opportunity to present the draft Master Plan to stakeholders and gather their feedback. This inclusive approach ensured that the final plan was carefully tailored to meet the expectations of the community, maximizing the potential for positive outcomes.
OUTCOMES
The Master Plan for Wests Tigers RLFC outlines a clear, phased implementation strategy to be executed over the next one to fifteen years, prioritizing projects based on community needs and the availability of funding. As a result of this plan, the club is set to experience significant enhancements and expansions in its sporting facilities, including the addition of new playing fields, upgraded lighting systems, and the construction of multi-purpose courts. A key focus of the plan is the development of inclusive and accessible infrastructure, such as universal design change rooms, which will support increased participation from women and ensure that facilities are accommodating for all users. By fostering stronger partnerships with other local sports clubs, the plan positions Wests Tigers RLFC as a central hub for multi-sport activities, catering to a broad spectrum of community interests. The successful implementation of this plan is expected to yield considerable economic benefits for the Mackay region, attracting major sporting events, improving public health outcomes, and boosting tourism, thereby reinforcing the club’s role as a cornerstone of the community.
