Fans of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix and local sports clubs will be in pole position with a massive upgrade to the pit building.
Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos has announced the new pit building and improvements to the surrounding Precinct, which will deliver better facilities for Formula 1 fans and local clubs.
The new building will include seven indoor sport courts, two more than are currently on site, and improved clubrooms for clubs using the outdoor fields. The project includes park upgrades that benefit the local community and everyone who visits Albert Park.
The upgrade will include 14 garages, race control, and a race administration and media centre. The world-renowned Paddock Club will have an expanded capacity of 5,000 patrons a day, offering amazing hospitality experiences and viewing spots along the main straight to see all the action.
The 2025 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix welcomed more than 465,000 fans through the gates across the four days. Hotel occupancy in central Melbourne was around 94 per cent the night before the race.
With the race locked in until 2037, the pit building upgrade will make sure Melbourne keeps the Australian Grand Prix for years to come – showcasing our state to the world and maintaining our status as the major events capital.
For further information on the project, visit development.vic.gov.au/projects/albert-park.
