New Medina facilities hit the target for archery, rugby clubs

New facilities to support rugby and archery clubs have been opened in Medina.

The new changeroom facility, known as Djandoo Mia, Home of the Whistling Kite, was officially opened at Thomas Oval in Medina earlier this month.

Djandoo Mia features four changerooms, two universally accessible toilets, two dedicated umpire rooms, two storage areas and a kiosk.

It also offers a view over Thomas Oval and towards Wilki Karda (Chalk Hill) from the covered spectator area.

The facility will support the Kwinana Titans Rugby Club, Kwinana Titans Touch Football and the Kwinana Seniors Archery club.

It features a bright mural by renowned artist Andrew Frazer, who also grew up in the Kwinana area, which depicts two whistling kites around a watering hole with fires at the base.

“From the bull reeds’ pollen gently carried by the breeze and human movement across the sporting fields, the mural celebrates both the original and present-day settings that make this space deeply valued by so many within the community and beyond,” City of Kwinana mayor Peter Feasey said.

The project was in the City of Kwinana’s community infrastructure plan and partly funded by a $2.4 million grant from the Federal Government’s Investing In Our Communities program. The remaining $1.76m was covered by developer contributions.

Elder Trevor Walley spoke about living in and traversing the area around Wilki Karda during his welcome to country.

Mr Feasey said the name Djandoo Mia was developed with the local Aboriginal community to ensure the facility was culturally appropriate, uniquely identifiable and readily distinguishable from other buildings on the Thomas Oval reserve.

“This facility reflects our commitment to delivering quality infrastructure that supports participation, inclusion and wellbeing,” he said.

“It will be a valued community asset for generations to come.”

Federal MP Madeleine King said it would bring benefits to the community.

“The Australian Government is proud to support projects that create opportunities for people to connect, participate and enjoy active lifestyles close to home,” Ms King said.