Floreat Athena has marked a new era for the club with the completion of a multi-million-dollar redevelopment of its facilities at Litis Stadium that comes ahead of its use as a training venue for the upcoming AFC Women’s Asian Cup next year.
The club has finished its redevelopment of its changerooms and clubrooms, a project years in the making after they received a $3 million commitment from the Federal Liberal Government in August 2018 off the back of lobbying efforts by former Western Australian Senator Peter Georgiou.
The redevelopment was further backed by the State Government, which provided an additional $800,000 for lighting upgrades.
The City of Vincent has also committed to reinstalling perimeter fencing in line with upcoming infrastructure requirements for the AFC Women’s Asian Cup in 2026, for which Litis Stadium will be used as a training venue.
The club formally unveiled its upgraded facilities on Tuesday morning (5 August) with numerous political and club figures present, including Federal Member for Perth Patrick Gorman and City of Vincent Mayor Alison Xamon.
Floreat Athena President Sam Albanis said the redevelopment represented a major leap forward for both the club and the broader sporting community.
“This project has been years in the making, and today we proudly stand in a space that honours the legacy of our club while embracing the future of football in Western Australia,” Albanis said in a press release.
“We extend our heartfelt thanks to former Senator Peter Georgiou for his advocacy in securing the Federal funding, and to the State Government and City of Vincent for their critical support.”
Albanis noted the efforts of former President Con Poulios, who coordinated the project on behalf of the club over several years.
“I also want to acknowledge the incredible voluntary contribution of former President Con Poulios, who acted as project coordinator and committed countless hours to see this project through.”
As part of the upgrades, the refurbished changerooms include gender-inclusive amenities, renovated medical and physiotherapy areas, modern locker spaces, and enhanced accessibility.
The redevelopment aligns with the club’s strategic vision to become a centre of excellence and a host venue during international tournaments such as the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup.
Albanis stated the completion of the upgrades also signals a renewed focus on community participation and player development.
“These facilities will not only support our senior teams but also help us nurture the next generation of talent through grassroots and youth programs,” he said.
“This is more than just bricks and mortar – it’s about building pride, connection, and excellence in football.”
The club stated a broader community event is being planned to celebrate the redevelopment of its stadium.
