State Sporting Facilities Plan Framework
State Sporting Facilities Plan Framework
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Past provision of state sporting facilities has not comprehensively
addressed the needs of the industry, primarily due to the lack of a
framework to guide strategic and quality decision making.
The SSFP Framework provides compliance criteria and planning process for proponents of state sporting facilities, plus an overview of existing Western Australian facilities and perceived gaps in facility provision. The framework will guide proponents in their planning process to ensure that government achieves a more effective allocation of its capital spending.
Who does the framework apply to?
The SSFP Framework applies to all proposed state sporting facility developments, including new and refurbishment projects.
Project proponents may include, but are not limited to:
- State Sporting Associations.
- Local governments.
- Other state government departments.
- Private operators.
- Tertiary institutions.
Eligibility criteria
The government has identified four essential criteria that projects will be required to meet prior to seeking state funding for the development of a state-level sporting facility in Western Australia.
Projects must:
- Establish a strong business case.
- Demonstrate best value to the community.
- Be capable of hosting national and international events.
- Support the development of high performance sport.
What is the planning process for proponents seeking government support?
Three phases of Treasury's Project Initiation Process have been adopted for the SSFP, and proponents are expected to consult with DSR through each of the following planning phases:
Phase One
Corporate Planning – The need for a state facility must be clearly identified through the proponent's Business Plan.
Phase Two
The Concept – Proponents will establish a project team, define the project parameters, develop a project concept, review current use of existing facilities and identify future needs/opportunities that can be met through the provision of a new or refurbished facility.
Phase Three
The Evaluation – A project will only be considered for Capital Works funding where an independent feasibility confirms a project's viability and sustainability.
What resources are available to assist in conducting project feasibilities?
A project may only be considered for government support after feasibility has tested a project's viability and sustainability. The government is committed to supporting feasibilities that are undertaken with clear probity and transparency, and support may be available from DSR.
What observations were made through the SSFP consultation process?
The SSFP identifies 17 facilities that cater for a variety of sports at the national and international level.
The availability of facilities for many sports, however, is likely to change over the next three to four years with the probable loss of the Burswood Dome, the Perth Entertainment Centre and the Perry Lakes Stadium precinct. And, over 50 per cent of State Sporting Associations perceived that they required further access or development of facilities.
State Sporting Associations identified 100+ secured or proposed national/international events for the years 2002 through 2005. This may impact on the provision of state-level facilities.
Government has made substantial contributions to virtually all state-level sporting infrastructure to date. Some of these facilities should be considered for refurbishment.
Nationally, only Western Australia, Queensland, South Australia, Victoria and the Australian Capital Territory have, or are in the process of developing, a state sporting facilities plan. Only Queensland, Victoria and the Australian Capital Territory have funding programs dedicated to state-level sporting facilities.
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