THE WA Football Commission and WA Cricket Association have signed a memorandum of understanding to investigate the potential development of shared development of shared training and administration facilities at the WACA Ground.

The development may form part of a planned upgrade of the WACA Ground, creating a shared home of football and cricket in Western Australia.

WAFC interim CEO Gavin Taylor said the organisation, currently based at Subiaco Oval, was excited to be working with the WACA to explore co-location options and to continue the positive working relationship established between the two leading sporting codes.

“Finding the best ‘home of football’ is critical for the future of our sport and we believe sharing the WACA Ground could unlock many exciting possibilities to create a centre of excellence for football,” he said.

WACA chief executive Christina Matthews said the opportunity for the WAFC to co-locate at the WACA Ground was a key part of the WACA’s Vision 2030 strategy released in September 2015.

“This MOU is an important step towards seeing if that outcome can be achieved and delivering a sustainable solution for both sports,” she said.

Camera Icon The WACA Ground, Perth. Credit: News Limited, Daniel Wilkins

The discussions will be facilitated by independent chair, Michael Smith, a leading WA businessman.

It will cover key areas such as security of tenure and occupancy, access throughout the year, shared services, preservation and promotion of the history of both sports and the ability to host major sporting events of each code.