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Parramatta Eels Unveil $70 Million Gender-Equal Centre of Excellence in Kellyville

The state-of-the-art facility integrates men's, women's, and pathways programs, setting a new standard for rugby league in Australia.

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Overview

  • The Parramatta Eels officially opened their 11-hectare Centre of Excellence in Kellyville, Sydney, marking a $70 million investment in elite sports infrastructure.
  • The facility is the first gender-equal rugby league complex in Australia, consolidating programs for men's, women's, and pathways teams under one roof.
  • Key features include five full-sized rugby fields, a 1000 sqm gym, aquatic recovery spaces with saunas and ice baths, and a 1500-seat international-standard match venue.
  • The design incorporates elements inspired by Liverpool FC and the Dallas Cowboys, while honoring the club's history with murals, memorabilia, and a wall listing every player to debut for the Eels.
  • Plans are underway to host NRLW games at the venue starting in 2026, with the grandstand accommodating over 3000 fans.