Three Hobsons Bay community sports facilities are set to receive key upgrades following a funding announcement by the Victorian Government and Council.
Victorian Minister for Sport Ros Spence, visited Edwards Reserve in South Kingsville to announce the recipients of the State Government’s $14 million Local Sports Infrastructure Fund program.
The Council will contribute $440,000 and the state government $100,000 towards a new irrigation system, improved drainage and surface improvements for Edwards Reserve in South Kingsville.
Council will also contribute $424,500 and the state government $400,000 to upgrade deliver fully accessible, gender-inclusive amenities, including wheelchair accessible toilets and showers for Altona Badminton Centre.
The State Government and Council will each contribute $200,000 each to upgrade the Bayside College, Williamstown, rear eight courts with LED lighting to meet competition standards.
“As someone who has been part of local sports clubs, I know just how valuable funding like this is. Our local clubs are so important to the physical and mental health and wellbeing of our community,” said Hobsons Bay Mayor, Diana Grima.
“Not only do they help get people moving and staying active, they play a crucial role in being social hubs where people build lasting friendships and feel a sense of belonging to a community.
“But to make sure our clubs can continue to play this important role, they need facilities that help attract and retain their players, volunteers and supporters. So we welcome this announcement by the state government and thank them for their contribution.”
Minister Spence was joined by Williamstown MP Melissa Horne; Mayor Grima; Deputy Mayor, Lisa Bentley and Councillors Kristin Bishop and Rayane Hawli at the announcement, as well as Rob Taylor, president of the Melbourne City Football Club, which is based at Edwards Reserve.
