Allan Border Oval Pavilion work restarts

Work is restarting on the Allan Border Oval Pavilion project after Mosman Council entered into a contract with builder Reitsma to finish the works.

Reitsma Constructions, which was founded 50 years ago, specialises in commercial construction and previously worked locally on the successful Mosman Swim Centre renovation project in 2020.

“Staff have worked around the clock to get a new contractor on board and we are delighted to have engaged a contractor of the calibre of Reitsma,” Mosman Mayor Carolyn Corrigan said.

Mosman Council General Manager Dominic Johnson welcomed the restarting of works following the disappointment of the previous contractor’s voluntary administration two months ago and subsequent liquidation after the main structure was completed.

“On-site works have already commenced with full site mobilisation to occur in the next few weeks,” he said. “We are looking forward to opening the pavilion during the first quarter of 2024 and we appreciate the patience of the sports clubs and wider community as we work together to complete this important project.”

Reitsma Managing Director Wes Hart said remaining works include roofing, glazing, internal fit-out and landscaping.

“I’m excited to work together with Mosman Council to finish this landmark building which will deliver a stylish and functional sporting facility for the local community,” he said.

The pavilion and grandstand will include ground floor change rooms, public toilet amenities, groundkeeper/storage facilities and a kiosk while first floor facilities, accessible via a lift, will include a function room, kitchen, toilets, scorers room and a terrace.

State-of-the-art features including solar panels and a rainwater harvesting system will minimise the impact of the building on the environment. Outside, a barbecue and practice netball/basketball court will be set in landscaped surrounds.