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AFL Eagles close in on new training base

West Coast hope to move to their new training base at Lathlain Park before the opening of the new 60,000 seat Perth Stadium in 2018.

West Coast are a step closer towards establishing a world-class AFL training facility at Lathlain Park after agreeing to terms over the lease for new facilities.

The 50-year lease agreement, which has an option for a further 49 years, was approved by Victoria Park council on Tuesday night.

West Coast plan to move into their new base before the opening of the new Perth Stadium at Burswood in 2018.

In the meantime, Lathlain Park - home to WAFL side Perth - will undergo a $60 million redevelopment.

The new facility will include two full-sized ovals. One oval will have the dimensions of the MCG, while the other will feature the proposed dimensions of the new Perth Stadium.

West Coast's current base is at Patersons Stadium - a venue that faces an uncertain future due to the impending arrival of Perth's new 60,000-seat stadium.

The Eagles have been desperate to upgrade their training facilities for more than three years, but were forced to hold off on any plans until details of the new Perth Stadium were finalised.


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