20 October 2025
New cricket net flood lighting delivered for Wanneroo sporting community
Federal Member for Pearce, Tracey Roberts MP, has officially opened the new flood lighting at the Wanneroo cricket nets on Saturday 18 October 2025.
The Albanese Labor Government invested $120,000 toward the $155,438 project through the Investing in Our Communities program, with the City of Wanneroo contributing $35,438.
The project has delivered four lighting towers with LED lights to 100 lux around the existing cricket nets at Ariti Avenue, Wanneroo. The floodlighting extends training hours well into the evening, enabling the Wanneroo Cricket Club's 190 members to access the facilities after work and school.
The upgraded lighting improves safety for players and coaches while making the facilities accessible to a wider range of community members. The modern infrastructure will support increased participation, develop talent pathways for young cricketers at a regional level, and create new coaching and volunteer opportunities.
By extending the hours that facilities are available, the project helps meet growing demand for community sport in Wanneroo and provides residents with a sense of belonging through active recreation.
Quotes attributable to Tracey Roberts MP, Federal Member for Pearce:
"These lights mean local cricketers in Pearce can train safely after work and school, opening up our facilities to more families across Wanneroo.”
"Investing in community sport infrastructure creates opportunities for our young people in Pearce and brings our community together.”
"The 190 members of Wanneroo Cricket Club now have modern, safe facilities that will help grow the game and build a stronger, more active community in Pearce."
Quote attributable to Peter Weir, Wanneroo Cricket Club:
"We are grateful that Tracey took this project on board. As picturesque as the Wanneroo Showgrounds are, the cricket nets start getting dark at around 4pm because of all the trees.”
"Wanneroo Senior Cricket do not start training till 5pm these lights will not only benefit the Senior but also the Junior Club (Seniors train Tuesdays & Thursdays) Juniors can use the nets on any other days that they wish which make these beneficial to everyone.”
"We now have six senior sides and this year we have a women's side for the first time ever. With juniors having over 100 players, these lights will help us continue growing this great game."
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