MEMBER for Bass Jordan Crugnale and Bass Coast Shire councillor Brett Tessari delivered excellent news for Inverloch sporting participants, announcing funding for a new soccer and cricket pavilion at Thompson Reserve.
Council is contributing $1.35 million to the project, with $1 million coming through Round 2 of the State Government’s Regional Sports Infrastructure Fund, the remainder of the $2,406,148 project value coming from Inverloch Stars Soccer Club and Inverloch Cricket Club.
The new facility will include four player changerooms with amenities, umpires changeroom, multipurpose space, first aid room, kitchen, canteen, and public and accessible amenities.
Cr Tessari said the project is a perfect example of what can be achieved when local and state governments work together to deliver for communities.
“The upgrade to the Thompson Reserve Pavilion will make a huge difference for the Inverloch Stars Soccer Club and Stingrays Cricket Club, providing modern, inclusive facilities that encourage more women and girls to get involved and feel supported in community sport,” he said, describing the redevelopment as “much needed”.
Ms Crugnale, a former Inverloch Stars goalkeeper, noted the importance of having a modern fit-for-purpose pavilion, featuring changerooms that will boost participation for women and girls.
She praised those at Inverloch Stars and the Stingrays cricket community for their hard work towards making the project a reality.
