Project Description

Otium was appointed by Melton City Council to develop a Soccer Strategy to provide for the current and future participation growth of soccer in the City of Melton and strengthen the large part it plays in community life and healthy lifestyles of Melton residents.

The Strategy would:

  • Focus on the facilities and infrastructure required to play the game.
  • Provide high quality and accessible soccer facilities for current and future soccer participants.
  • Support the growth of soccer participation as the City of Melton grows.
  • Deliver well planned, maintained and managed soccer facilities.

The Strategy investigated and responded to issues and opportunities facing the sport within the city. Outcomes included:

  • Strategic vision and recommendations.
  • A prioritised implementation plan for the delivery of soccer facilities in the short (0 to 5 years), medium (6 to 10 years) and long term (10+ years).
  • A sustainable planning framework or road map for the delivery of soccer facilities and creation of soccer clubs for short term recommendations.
  • A governance framework identifying the roles and responsibilities of strategy partners.

Client

Melton City Council