Published on Monday, 22 June 2026 at 12:29:08 PM
The City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder invites the community to the official opening of the Goldfields Community Pavilion on Sunday, 12 July 2026, 9am to 12pm at Cheetham Street, Kalgoorlie.
The opening will take place as part of the Kalgoorlie Rotary Markets, giving the community its first opportunity to experience the new Pavilion as a living, active space for events, connection and local activity.
The contemporary, all-weather multipurpose facility is located adjacent to the Goldfields Arts Centre and will provide a flexible venue for markets, festivals, performances, exhibitions, school events, community celebrations and a wide range of year-round uses.
The $11.8 million project represents a significant investment in the city’s civic and cultural infrastructure, designed to strengthen community connection, support local activity and contribute to the ongoing activation of the city centre.
The Pavilion is designed for flexibility, operating as an open-air car park during everyday use, and transforming into a fully enclosed, weatherproof indoor venue for events and functions, accommodating up to 2,100 people.
The project has been made possible through strong partnership investment, including support from BHP through the WA Nickel Community Fund and Lotterywest, reflecting a shared commitment to delivering inclusive, community-focused infrastructure for the region.
Mayor Glenn Wilson said the opening marks an important milestone for the city, with the Pavilion set to provide new opportunities for community events and bring greater activity into the CBD.
“This is a space designed for the community, and it’s fitting to see it come alive with the Rotary Markets for its first day of use,” Mayor Wilson said.
“It’s the kind of place that will feel different every time you come here. Some days it will be markets, other days performances, celebrations, conferences or community events.”
“With support from our funding partners, this space creates new opportunities to attract events and activity into the CBD and further strengthens Kalgoorlie-Boulder as a key destination in Western Australia for high-calibre events,” he said.
The search for a permanent name now begins, with the community invited to have their say and help define this new landmark for Kalgoorlie-Boulder.
The official opening will also launch a community naming process for the Pavilion. On the day, attendees will be invited to put forward ideas for a permanent name, with further opportunities for community submissions in the weeks following the event. All suggestions will be considered by Council before a final name is determined.
The opening event is free and open to the public, with markets commencing at 9am and official proceedings at 10am.
To find out more about how to have your say and for event details, visit the City’s website.
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