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Truganina will soon have another major community venue with design plans progressing for The Big Shed at Fortitude Drive Reserve. The large multipurpose facility will host up to 1,500 people for local festivals, markets and civic events.
Council to Build Events Space
Truganina is set to gain another major community facility, with Council progressing design plans for a large multipurpose venue provisionally called The Big Shed at Fortitude Drive Reserve.
The project follows strong community demand for more local spaces capable of hosting large-scale events, adding to the growing list of facilities in one of Wyndham’s fastest-developing suburbs.
The proposed venue would cater for up to 750 people, or around 1,500 in theatre-style seating, and include a stage, community commercial kitchen and on-site parking.
Council says the concept was shaped by consultation in June, where residents called for a space to host cultural festivals, school presentations, awards nights, markets and civic occasions.
Mayor Mia Shaw said The Big Shed would make it easier for locals to celebrate close to home.
“We’ve heard our community loud and clear. People want a welcoming, versatile and affordable place to come together,” Cr Shaw said.
“The Big Shed is about bringing those big moments home, and making sure the design reflects how our community actually wants to use the space.”
Fortitude Drive Reserve was selected for its accessibility and capacity to integrate with other community amenities, with detailed design work now underway.
But is it Where it Should Be?
Wyndham Council’s decision to fund The Big Shed at Fortitude Drive Reserve in Truganina using up to $24.4 million from the former Point Cook Legacy Developer Contributions has sparked frustration among residents and councillors.
The funds, originally collected from developer contributions in Point Cook, were intended to support new community infrastructure across Wyndham. While the new Truganina venue is planned as a large multipurpose space for festivals, markets, school events and civic functions, some argue the money should have been reinvested closer to where it was raised.
Council debated the issue bitterly before deciding the legacy funds could legally be spent elsewhere in the municipality (read more). Councillor Susan McIntyre said she was disappointed by the outcome, believing Point Cook had been deprived. “In my personal opinion, this is a deeply disappointing missed opportunity and not the best use of up to $24.4 million of the former Point Cook Legacy Developer Contributions. Point Cook urgently needs a major indoor sports facility, the need is undeniable,” Cr McIntyre said.
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