# Development of sports and community infrastructure > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/development-of-sports-and-community-infrastructure > Updated: 2026-08-31T09:15:32.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2. New and renovated sports and community facilities have been launched in the Netherlands and Belgium. In Westergouwe, Netherlands, a new sports field was inaugurated on a parking garage roof, utilizing the Athletic Skills Model to support child motor development. This facility is part of a community cluster that includes education, childcare, and a neighborhood canteen. Similarly, in Turnhout, Belgium, the Sportcampus Stadpark has opened to replace older municipal halls, providing a hub for sports clubs and local schools with amenities such as a climbing wall, dojo, and cafeteria. In Nieuwegein, Netherlands, the Merwestein sports and event complex has reopened following a 2.5-year renovation and expansion project. The 19,000-square-meter facility features renovated recreation and wave pools, a double sports hall, and various meeting rooms. The redevelopment emphasized sustainability through the installation of over 2,700 solar panels and rainwater harvesting systems. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Merwestein sports complex reopens in Nieuwegein after renovation After a 2.5-year renovation, the Merwestein sports and event complex in Nieuwegein has reopened as a multifunctional hub featuring upgraded pools, a double sports hall, and sustainable energy systems. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/merwestein-sports-complex-reopens-in-nieuwegein-after-renovation ### 2026-08-26: New sports and community facilities open in Westergouwe and Turnhout New community sports facilities have opened in Westergouwe, Netherlands, and Turnhout, Belgium, providing modern infrastructure for athletics, education, and local social engagement. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-sports-and-community-facilities-open-in-westergouwe-and-turnhout --- Cite as: Development of sports and community infrastructure. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/development-of-sports-and-community-infrastructure