New South Wales
The Heffron Centre completes the revitalisation of Heffron Park, redeveloped into a community centred, fully integrated multi-purpose sporting hub and community precinct.
A philosophy of community inclusiveness combined social activation initiatives with the creation of a visual statement, developing a sense of community pride. The partnership between the Randwick community and South Sydney Rabbitohs provides public access to multi-purpose sport, function and educational spaces and amenities, and the Rabbitohs with a home enabling the entire organisation to assemble. Importantly, fans can enjoy visiting and competing in a state of the art facility side by side with their heroes.
A Unified Platform at ground level with various Collective Volumes above, the fabric embraces the array of internal spaces and programs giving the building an expressive form inside and out through a simplified, high-quality aesthetic. Landscape integration further enhances the building’s relationship to the site, creating an interplay between the human and civic scales.
“The Heffron Centre of Excellence enhances our community by providing diverse recreational opportunities, spanning Gymnastics, indoor court sports, and an array of ‘be active’ programs. These offerings not only promote physical health but also cultivate a healthier community, establishing the centre as a vital community hub for mental well being.
Hosting a professional sports team within the complex develops community spirit, provides a source of inspiration for aspiring athletes, and fosters a sense of pride and unity. The synergy of recreational options and a professional sports presence makes the Heffron Centre a dynamic force for holistic community development.”
Bridge 42, Project Manager
Clouston Associates, Landscape Consultant
Design Confidence, Accessibility
Design Confidence, Building Surveyor
Elephants Foot, Waste Management Consultant
Entro Communications Australia, Wayfinding & Signage
Ethos Urban, Town Planner
Foodservice Consultants Australia, Kitchen Design Consultant
Introba, ESD Consultant
Introba, Fire Engineer
Introba, Services Consultant
Northrop, Civil Consultant
Northrop, Structural Engineer
Porter Models, Physical Model
Re-Right Collective, Public Artist
Resonate, Acoustic Consultant
RLB, Quantity Surveyor
Stantec, Traffic & Transport Consultant
Surface Design, Facade Engineer
Urbis, Community Consultation
Windtech, Wind Engineer
Zoa Studio, Photomontage and Fly Through Consultant
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We express our gratitude to their Elders and Knowledge Holders whose wisdom, actions and knowledge have kept culture alive.
We recognise First Nations peoples as the first architects and builders. We appreciate their continuing work on Country from pre-invasion times to contemporary First Nations architects, and respect their rights to continue to care for Country.
