The Mike Barnett Sports Complex is a prominent sports club located on the corner of Dixon Road and Goddard Street in Rockingham, Perth. It is regarded as one of the region's most significant leisure facilities. The complex serves as the home of the Rockingham Basketball Recreation Association (RBRA) and the Rockingham Districts Netball Association (RDNA).
Operating all year round, the complex is open from Monday to Friday between 8:30 am and 5 pm, except public holidays. For information regarding weekend availability and after-hours bookings, individuals can contact the centre directly at 9591 0850 or email mikebarnett@rockingham. Wa. gov.
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Offering a wide range of sporting facilities, the centre boasts seven indoor courts split between two sports halls. These courts cater to various sports such as basketball, netball, badminton, volleyball, indoor soccer, and floorball. Moreover, the centre provides show court facilities with accompanying change rooms, a multipurpose room, meeting rooms, and a kiosk equipped with a commercial kitchen. A créche service is also available during daytime netball programmes.
Apart from RBRA and RDNA, the facility is regularly hired by schools, community groups, and long-term regular hirers such as Prime Movers and Scorpions Floorball. The centre also accommodates one-off bookings from external users for both sporting and non-sporting events, including martial arts, cheerleading, craft or trade expos, and fundraising events.
Various booking options are available, including the show court, individual and multiple courts, the multipurpose room, and meeting rooms. For further details on facility hire, interested parties can contact the centre at 9591 0850 or email mikebarnett@rockingham.
It's important to note that some bookings may be deemed 'high risk', requiring the hirer to provide licenced security cover for the duration of the booking. The City may also request the contact details of the engaged security firm for the function. Additionally, the hirer is required to submit a WA Police Party registration form to register the details with the local police station. It is pertinent to mention that 16th-21st birthday parties are not permitted at the complex.
The centre has a fee structure with different rates for non-commercial and commercial hirers. The fees vary depending on the capacity of the court or room being utilised and the nature of the booking (regular or casual). Regular fees apply to groups that make 10 or more bookings within a calendar year. Prices are stated in AUD per hour and already include a 10% GST.
At the Mike Barnett Sports Complex, inclusivity, and diversity are prioritised. The centre aims to ensure everyone can participate by providing adapted facilities and programmes suited to their needs. Suitable access is available throughout the centre, including accessible and universally designed courts.
With its state-of-the-art facilities, range of sports, and commitment to inclusivity, the Mike Barnett Sports Complex is an ideal destination for sports enthusiasts, community groups, and individuals looking to host various events in Perth.
