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\nRenders provided by Woods Bagot showcase a waffle-style cross-laminated timber roof spanning the pit lane, sheltering 12 fully equipped F1 team garages. (Image Credit: Victorian State Government)<\/p>\n
Early works commenced in late July, with Icon Construction crews mobilising to carry out geotechnical investigations, utility relocations and preliminary earthworks. These preparatory activities ensure the site is primed for full-scale construction immediately after the 2026 event. \u201cIcon Construction has started early works at the site of the current pit building to ensure it is ready for major construction to begin after the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix,\u201d Development Victoria confirmed yesterday.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat excites us most about this design is how it elevates both elite motorsport and grassroots community sport under one roof,\u201d according to Bruno Mendes, of Woods Bagot, the design lead for the project.\u201cWe\u2019ve engineered a facility that doesn\u2019t just host one of the world\u2019s premier racing events\u2014it actively gives back to the local sporting community every day of the year.\u201d<\/p>\n
The new Pit Building will replace the makeshift facility erected by the Kennett government in 1996 after it \u2018stole\u2019 the Australian Grand Prix from Adelaide. (Image Credit: Victorian State Government)<\/p>\n
Inside the timber canopy, 12 Formula 1 team garages and two additional bays for officials will be situated alongside state-of-the-art race control suites, media workrooms, and administration offices. Expansive hospitality terraces\u2014framed by cross-laminated timber beams and full-height glazing\u2014will offer unrivalled circuit and lake views for 5,000 additional spectators.<\/p>\n
A key feature is the building\u2019s dual-use ambition. When Grand Prix teams pack up, the pit complex will seamlessly convert into a community sporting hub complete with indoor courts and clubrooms for local football, netball and basketball clubs. \u201cWe\u2019re not just building for the Grand Prix,\u201d a project spokesperson added<\/a>. \u201cThis facility will be a year-round asset for Albert Park and the surrounding suburbs.\u201d<\/p>\n The redevelopment is a joint initiative between Development Victoria, the Australian Grand Prix Corporation, Parks Victoria, the State Sport Centres Trust and the Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions, with full funding committed by the Victorian Government. Major construction is scheduled to run from mid-2026 until just before the 2028 Grand Prix week, with race operations continuing uninterrupted throughout. Development Victoria has pledged that \u201cworks will not affect the running of the event.\u201d<\/p>\n
<\/a> <\/a>Designed for dual purpose, the pit will seamlessly transform into a community sporting hub\u2014with courts and clubrooms\u2014once F1 teams pack up. (Image Credit: Victorian State Government)<\/p>\n
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