Cowra Sport and Recreation Plan

Cowra Sport and Recreation Plan

Cowra Sport and Recreation Plan

Client

Cowra Council (NSW)

Project Purpose

To complete stakeholder consultation and a SOAR (strengths, opportunities, aspirations, results) analysis based on the engagement findings, to ultimately provide recommendations for the implementation of Councils Sport and Recreation Plan.

Otium’s Role

Otium facilitated the community and stakeholder engagement activities including:

  • In-person workshops with youth groups, sport and recreation groups, and Councillors.
  • In-person workshop with the Council management group for sport and recreation.
  • One-on-one interviews with senior groups, neighbouring Councils, and various local operators and committees.
  • Online surveys for the community, sport and recreation groups and schools.
  • Discussions with the government agencies such as the Office of Sport.

Project Outcomes

The SOAR analysis suggested recommendations and direction across five key action areas identified in the engagement process. These are:

  • Asset Management
  • Club Governance and Sustainability
  • Infrastructure Provision and Planning
  • Activities, Services and Events.

Project Challenges/Key Learnings

The importance of on-the-ground discussions with facility users and operators.

Community Benefits

The project ensured Council’s Sport and Recreation Plan was informed by consultation. The community involvement ensures support in its implementation.
Collingwood Football Club AIA Vitality Centre

Collingwood Football Club AIA Vitality Centre

Collingwood Football Club AIA Vitality Centre

Client

Collingwood Football Club (VIC)

Otium’s Role

Preparation of the Master Plan and financial modelling and feasibility for the redevelopment, for both Stages 1 and 2.
Stage 1 (2004) ($15 million):

  • 3,000 sqm facility including training and support facilities for AFL and AFLW players including a wellness centre with physiotherapy, sauna’s, steam room and gym.
  • New visitors centre including shop and museum.
  • Enhanced training facilities including new change rooms,
    coaching spaces, research laboratories, café and media hub.
  • Redevelopment of MCG style oval providing a training ground for the club and community events. Stage 2 (2014) ($30 million):
  • Function Centre, Dining Room, Board Room, Executive Suites, Café/Wine Bar, and a 150-seat auditorium.

Project Outcomes

  • Development of an elite competition and training venue to support AFL, ALFW, VFL, VFLW and community matches.

Project Challenges/Key Learnings

  • Facility upgrade needed to be accommodated within the existing facility footprint/ constrained site.
  • Continued operations during the construction process.

Community Benefits

  • The upgraded facilities allow the Collingwood Football Club to offer top tier training and support for their AFL and AFLW teams.
  • The new Community Centre and oval provide
    spaces for various community programs and events
    promoting health and wellbeing.
Beijing Olympic Pool

Beijing Olympic Pool

Beijing Olympic Pool

Client

Beijing 2008 Olympic Authority (China)

Estimated Capital Cost

$161 million AUD

Project Purpose

Otium team members partnered with Peddle Thorp Walker Architects in the worldwide design competition for the design of the 2008 Olympic Swimming Centre.

Otium’s Role

  • Development of facility scope
  • Preparation of return briefs
  • Development pf the future legacy concepts.

Project Outcomes

  • The group, in association with a large range of specialist consultants, won the design competition and worked together to deliver the Olympic facility on time and on budget.
  • Redevelopment of a section of the pool hall and spectator seats with a new indoor water/ leisure park.

Project Challenges/Key Learnings

  • Alignment of the PVR with the reference design and costing tasks impacted on the project program.
  • As a large, specialised consultancy, Otium’s ability to be flexible and shift resources to meet tight timeframes was imperative to the success of the project.

Community Benefits

  • The facility is now Asia’s second most used indoor water park, which fits well with its use as a major water sports events centre.

2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games – Project Validation Reports

2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games – Project Validation Reports

2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games – Project Validation Reports

Client

Department of State Development, Queensland

Project Purpose

The Project Validation Reports (PVR) explored whether a venue is fit-for-purpose, and incorporates best practice design, environmental sustainability standards and commitments under the Olympic and Paralympic Host Contract. The PVRs also consider the operating costs, operating model, employment benefits and social impacts.

Otium’s Role

To conduct Demand Assessment and Financial Operating Assessment for the following Games venues:

  • Moreton Bay Indoor Sports Centre
  • Sunshine Coast Stadium
  • Chandler Indoor Sports, Gymnastics & Aquatic
  • Barlow Park
  • Toowoomba Sportsground
  • Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre
  • Sunshine Coast Mountain Bike Facility.

Project Outcomes

Having secured funding, multiple venues are progressing to the detailed design, construction and delivery phases.

Project Challenges/Key Learnings

  • Alignment of the PVR with the reference design and costing tasks impacted on the project program.
  • As a large, specialised consultancy, Otium’s ability to be flexible and shift resources to meet tight timeframes was imperative to the success of the project.

Community Benefits

The Games venues will provide a lasting legacy to their communities by providing new opportunities for people to participate in sport and be physically healthy and active.