Join Parks & Leisure Australia and the Town of East Fremantle in a tour of the East Fremantle Community Park, where you’ll get an in depth look at this incredible facility and how it was brought to life.
Attendees will hear from multiple key stakeholders who will take us on a journey through the timeline of the project. Sharing insights into the origins of the idea, to the considerations in the design process, and what challenges were presented throughout.
Furthermore, venue staff will present their experiences with the facility now that it is fully operational, sharing evidence on what works well, and what areas can use improvement.
Finally, we will hear from the CEO of East Fremantle, Jonathan Throssell, to learn about the benefits this facility provides to the community and how it aligns with the Council’s vision for East Fremantle.
After all guests have presented and the tour concludes, stick around for some networking drinks and the opportunity to meet our presenters.
About the East Fremantle Community Park
At a cost of almost $35m, the newly redeveloped East Fremantle Community Park boasts something for everyone, including first-class sporting facilities for football, lawn bows and croquet; Carnaby’s Café, Bar and Restaurant; an all-abilities playground; B-Active Health Club; a vibrant function space; an outdoor basketball half court; a skate zone; and an enclosed dog exercise area.
The precinct is also home to the East Fremantle Football Club, East Fremantle Croquet Club, East Fremantle Bowls Club and East Freo Playgroup.
The East Fremantle Community Park was proudly supported and funded by the Department of Local Government, Sport and Cultural Industries ($25m), Lotterywest ($1.345m) for the playground and skatepark, AFL Facilities Fund ($250,000) and the Town of East Fremantle ($8m).
The East Fremantle Community Park has become the community’s beating heart, offering a vibrant mix of health, recreation and social spaces. A collaborative effort between the Town of East Fremantle, Belgravia Leisure and local stakeholders, the project has been praised for its vision of fostering community spirit and sustainability.
Meet the Speakers
Jonathan Throssell
CEO @ Town of East Fremantle
Jonathan is the Chief Executive Officer at the Town of East Fremantle, a position he has held since September 2023. His role includes responsibility for liaison and engagement with Belgravia Leisure and other key stakeholders of the East Fremantle Community Park on behalf of the Town.
Brad Paatsch
Managing Director @ Paatsch Group
Brad is an MBA qualified executive with 25 years’ experience in leadership, strategy, governance, negotiation, human resources, finance and commercial management. Brad formed Paatsch Group in 2019 following more than 15 years of executive management experience, including Chief Executive Officer, Chief Operating Officer and General Manager roles.
Jarrod Hill
Managing Director @ SPORTENG
Jarrod Hill is a leading expert in sports facility design, combining Civil Engineering expertise with a deep understanding of athlete and venue needs. As SPORTENG’s Managing Director, he has contributed to major stadia projects across Australia, specialising in athletics tracks, hockey pitches, football grounds, tennis courts, and multi-use facilities.
Andrew Ng
WA & QLD Health & Wellbeing Manager @ Belgravia Leisure
A seasoned expert in the fitness and leisure management industry, with over two decades of experience in leadership, staff development and customer engagement. Based in Perth, Western Australia, Andrew plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of fitness through his work with a leading leisure management company. He specialises in training and mentoring staff, with a focus on leadership, customer experience, member retention, fitness and wellbeing.
Glen McCullochÂ
Venue Manager @ Belgravia Leisure
As Venue Manager at East Fremantle Community Park for Belgravia Leisure, overseeing the day-to-day operations of the venue, ensuring exceptional experiences for members and guests across football, lawn bowls, croquet, and hospitality services. Glen’s role encompasses facility, grounds and asset maintenance, event coordination, and hospitality management, ensuring the venue remains a high-quality destination for the community.
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