North Melbourne’s new facility expansion is about to kick off, thanks to the generosity of supporters who donated $1.3 million in just 24-hours.

Harris HMC will commence works as early as October 2, with new AFLW facilities including change rooms, lockers, a sauna and a players’ lounge to be installed. 

The wider scope of the project includes oval lighting, a new scoreboard, interchange benches, coaches boxes and a media tower to ensure the famous inner-city venue is game ready. 

North managing director & CEO Carl Dilena said the Arden St re-development wouldn’t be possible without the support of loyal supporters. 

“The re-development will see Arden St transformed into a state-of-the-art facility and ensure we embed our club in an inner-city location for years to come,” he said. 

“Our recent fundraising campaign is the reason we have been able to progress this so quickly. 

“Ensuring the facilities are ready for our inaugural AFLW season is the main priority and we're well and truly on track.”

Initial works are projected for completion by December 21, with the overall project planned for completion in April, 2019.