Sunbury little athletics will be launching off the starting blocks year-round with a significant upgrade of the Eric Boardman Memorial Reserve track now underway.
Community Sport Minister Ros Spence, Sunbury MP Josh Bull and Hume mayor Joseph Haweil officially launched the works on June 23, which includes new lighting for the club to host training and competitions in the evening and year-round.
Ms Spence said the government is proud to invest in projects that enable locals to come together and get active.
“Little athletics is an integral part of community sport and we’re proud to invest in projects that get even more kids on track enjoying the sports they love,” Ms Spence said.
“We’re proud to help communities like Sunbury rejuvenate much loved facilities and provide even more opportunities for locals to come together and get active.”
The upgrades will replace the existing grass track with a new all-weather 400 metre synthetic track, complete with a drainage and irrigation system for the turf infield.
Two new long and triple jump pits will also be included, along with a dual discus and hammer throw cage, and multiple athlete and spectator shelters.
Mr Bull agreed with Mr Spence and said he is proud the upgrades are underway.
“This new track is what local clubs like Sunbury little athletics have been waiting for, and we’re proud to help make that happen,” Mr Bull said.
The facility upgrades will allow little athletics and nearby schools the opportunity to ramp up junior competitions, school carnivals, as well as athlete training and development programs across a wider range of disciplines.
The federal government provided $2 million for the upgrades, and Mr Spence acknowledged Hume council for its financial contribution to the project.
Details: www.sport.vic.gov.au
Zoe Moffatt
