Whiterock’s new Sports and Recreation Precinct is another major step in delivering the lifestyle and amenity that continues to make Whiterock one of Ripley Valley’s leading masterplanned communities.
Featuring full-sized playing fields capable of hosting senior district-level competition, the precinct will create opportunities for residents of all ages to participate in sport, recreation and community life. Facilities will include:
- Multi-purpose fields for Australian rules football, rugby league, soccer and cricket
- A future community clubhouse
- Outdoor exercise zones and spaces for group fitness, yoga and wellness activities
- Shared car parking
- Lights for nighttime sports
- Landscaped open spaces and pedestrian connections
Conveniently located between the future neighbourhood retail centre and primary school, the precinct will create a central destination where children can move seamlessly between learning, play and sport, while giving families easy access to recreation and everyday amenities.
Creating spaces that bring people together
One of Whiterock’s defining qualities has always been its strong sense of community. Located in the heart of Ripley Valley, one of South East Queensland’s fastest growing regions, the community has been thoughtfully designed to bring people together through green spaces.
Whether it’s neighbours meeting at the Whiterock Community House for local programs, families attending seasonal events such as the Winter Festival, or children making friends at the Adventure Playground and Splash Pad, these shared spaces help foster everyday connections. Together with more than 20 hectares of planned parkland and open space, Whiterock encourages residents to enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle close to home.
The Sports and Recreation Precinct builds on this foundation. From cheering on the sidelines to enjoying a walk with the dog or meeting friends for an outdoor fitness session, the precinct is designed to become part of everyday life at Whiterock.
Supporting healthier lifestyles
Having access to quality recreational facilities close to home makes it easier to build healthy habits into everyday routines. It’s also where Australians increasingly choose to be active, with the Australian Sports Commission finding that 61% of Australian adults choose to be active in local parks, streets and other outdoor public spaces, highlighting the importance of accessible recreational infrastructure. (Australian Sports Commission).
For Whiterock residents, this means spending less time travelling across Ipswich and Greater Brisbane for organised sport, training or exercise, and more time enjoying quality facilities within their own neighbourhood.
A community designed for the future
Ripley Valley is one of Australia’s fastest-growing urban regions and is expected to accommodate around 131,000 residents as it continues to develop. (Economic Development Queensland)
As the region grows, investment in community infrastructure becomes just as important as delivering new homes.
At Whiterock, that means creating a neighbourhood where schools, parks, recreation spaces and everyday amenities are planned alongside residential growth.
The Sports and Recreation Precinct is one of the community’s most significant investments to date, complementing Whiterock’s extensive network of parks, walking trails and green open spaces.
Planning also continues for the future Whiterock Clubhouse, which will become a welcoming hub for sporting clubs, community groups and local events, strengthening the precinct as a destination for connection and recreation.
Alongside the future primary school and planned Village Centre (subject to approvals), these investments reflect Whiterock’s long-term vision of creating a thriving community that continues to grow with its residents.
Looking ahead
As construction progresses on the Sports and Recreation Precinct, Whiterock’s long-term vision is becoming reality.
As Whiterock continues to evolve, each new park, community space and piece of infrastructure reinforces what has always been at the heart of the community: creating a place where people feel connected, supported and proud to call home.
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FAQs
When will the Whiterock Sports and Recreation Precinct open?
Construction is progressing, with the Sports and Recreation Precinct expected to be completed in March 2027. Residents can follow progress through Whiterock’s regular Project Updates.
What facilities will the Sports and Recreation Precinct include?
The precinct is planned to include:
- Multi-purpose fields for Australian rules football, rugby league, soccer and cricket
- A future community clubhouse
- Outdoor exercise zones and spaces for group fitness, yoga and wellness activities
- Shared car parking
- Lights for nighttime sports
- Landscaped open spaces and pedestrian connections
Where will the Sports and Recreation Precinct be located?
The precinct will be centrally located within Whiterock in Ripley Valley, between the future primary school and planned Village Centre (subject to approvals), making it easy for residents to access sport, recreation and community facilities.
Will local sporting clubs be able to use the facilities?
Yes. The playing fields have been designed to support senior district-level competition, creating opportunities for local sporting clubs, community groups and organised recreation. The future Whiterock Clubhouse will also provide a dedicated space to support clubs, events and community activities.
Why is recreation infrastructure important in a masterplanned community?
Access to parks, sporting facilities and open spaces encourages healthy lifestyles, supports mental wellbeing and provides places where neighbours can connect. Delivering this infrastructure alongside new homes helps create more liveable, connected communities that continue to benefit residents as they grow.
How does the Sports and Recreation Precinct fit into Whiterock’s masterplan?
The Sports and Recreation Precinct is a key part of Whiterock’s long-term vision for a connected masterplanned community in Ripley Valley. Alongside future schools, parks, community spaces and everyday amenities, it will help create a neighbourhood where residents can live, play and connect close to home.