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Central Coast Eagles Rugby Club Makes Headlines With New Training Facility Push

The club has secured council backing for a major upgrade at its West Gosford base just as national rugby interest spikes.

By Central Coast Sport Desk · Published 20 July 2026

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The Central Coast Eagles Rugby Club will break ground next month on a $4.8 million indoor training centre at the former Gosford Showground site off Mann Street.

The timing lines up with fresh attention on Australian rugby after the Wallabies series loss to France last weekend. Local clubs now face higher demand for winter training slots as parents look for structured programs close to home rather than travelling to Sydney facilities.

West Gosford site and Erina partnerships

The new building sits inside the existing Eagles complex on the western edge of Gosford CBD. It will link directly to the club’s junior pathway that already runs sessions at the Central Coast Sports and Leisure Centre in Tuggerah. A separate agreement with Erina High School will let the club use their fields two afternoons a week once the indoor space opens in March 2027.

Club president Mark Riley said the project grew from a 2025 membership jump of 18 percent. The Eagles now list 312 registered players across senior and junior grades, up from 264 the previous year.

Grant numbers and next steps

Central Coast Council approved a $2.1 million contribution on 5 July. The club has raised the remaining $2.7 million through member levies and sponsorships tied to the Central Coast Highway business corridor. Construction tenders close on 25 July, with the preferred builder expected to start site works in mid-August.

Existing members can book the new gym and recovery area from the March opening date. New junior registrations for the 2027 season open online on 1 August through the club website, with fees set at $185 for the under-14 age group.

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