Penrith Panther legends and current players have stamped their mark at Penrith Stadium, with boot and handprints impressed into the first concrete slab, laying the foundation for the redeveloped stadium.

The first concrete pour beneath the western grandstand, carried out by local contractor Azzurri Concrete, marks the start of major structural works at the redeveloped stadium.

The $309 million redevelopment led by John Holland Group, is expected to generate around 500 jobs during construction and a further 650 jobs during operation, providing a major boost to the western Sydney economy, now and into the future.

Penrith Stadium redevelopment will transform the precinct into a modern venue for sport, recreation and entertainment, offering a superior experience for visitors and players while preserving the community’s family-friendly and welcoming atmosphere.

The multipurpose venue is set to attract new sporting events to Penrith while continuing to support the growth of men’s and women’s rugby league, football and rugby union in Western Sydney.

Beyond sporting events, the stadium will be able to host up to 10 concerts every year with a capacity of 30,000, and smaller spaces will be available for private events such as meetings, conferences, and catered functions.

Accessibility, safety, comfort and inclusiveness is built into the new stadium design with triple the number of wheelchair accessible seating, double the number of female bathrooms and changerooms, improved wayfinding, and upgraded security and technology.

There will be additional food and beverage outlets along with enhanced amenities, to reduce queues and offer faster service during entertainment and sporting events.

New open spaces will be accessible to the public on non-event days and upgraded amenities will ensure the venue is inclusive for people of all abilities, with wheelchair viewing spots increasing by threefold.

To find out more, visit the Penrith Stadium website.

Member for Penrith Karen McKeown said:

“We know what Penrith Stadium means to the community and the vital role it plays in the local economy, so it’s great we have familiar faces from the Penrith Panthers taking the time to mark this exciting new milestone in the stadium’s future.

“Not only is this project generating hundreds of local jobs while it’s built, it will also support about 650 jobs during operation, and provide a huge boost to local businesses on event days.

“This project continues to support as many local contractors on the job as possible, including Azzuri concrete, who poured the first concrete slab, where the players have made their mark.”    

“For Penrith Panther fans, the concrete pour brings them one step closer to returning to their home ground.”