Woady Yaloak Equestrian Centre Master Plan: Research And Recommendations (2022-2032).pdf

Key Findings:

User Groups: WYEC primarily serves:
Ballarat Adult Riding Club
Rokewood Pony Club
Smythesdale Adult Riders Club (largest user with over 460 participants)
Smythesdale Pony Club
Woady Yaloak Eventing Association
Casual Users
Usage Patterns:
Highest activity from adult riding clubs and pony clubs on weekends.
Casual users access facilities weekdays, allocated time slots.
Year-round participation with seasonal peaks during rallies and events.

Project Goals:

The project aims to:

Assess demand for sporting and recreational facilities at WYEC.
Evaluate the current condition and provision of equestrian and community facilities.
Collaborate with management entity and user groups to identify development opportunities.
Provide recommendations for future developments, including costings and funding.
Create a concept plan outlining existing facilities and proposed changes.

Analysis & Recommendations:

The report includes:

Facility Analysis: Comparing WYEC to regional equestrian centres, national guidelines, and similar national centres.
Community Profile: Demographic overview and population change projections impacting demand for equestrian activities.
SWOT Analysis: Identifying strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats related to WYEC's current and future potential.
Building Condition Assessment: Evaluating the physical state of existing facilities.
Recommendations: Guided by key principles, the report offers specific recommendations for strategic development, focusing on:
Infrastructure upgrades
New facility additions (e.g., indoor arena, training centres)
Community engagement and programming
* Funding strategies

Next Steps:

The final master plan will build upon these findings, incorporating community feedback and further detailed design work to guide the future development of WYEC.