Strathaird Reserve
Mr MAAS (Narre Warren South) (17:04): (6387) The adjournment matter I wish to raise is for the attention of the Minister for Community Sport and concerns the upgrade of facilities at Strathaird Reserve as announced in the state budget. The action I seek is that the minister provide further information on how this investment will benefit constituents in my electorate of Narre Warren South. It really is terrific to see that $1.5 million has been allocated towards the upgrade of the facilities at Strathaird Reserve. I have for some time now been meeting with the representatives of Narre South Cricket Club, who have had ideas about an upgrade, and I thank them for their advocacy and for their patience as well. I am so pleased that the Andrews Labor government can now make this budget commitment. And it is not only the cricket club—it is Narre South football-netball and junior football clubs, who all use Strathaird Reserve and are all vital parts of our local community, as they provide an opportunity for many to enjoy and play their favourite sports. Sport brings people of all ages together, and this is enhancing social connection and improving physical health and mental wellbeing too. Sport is back, and back in big numbers, now in Narre, as many people are returning to their clubs. But now clubs need the facilities they deserve, especially in catering for the booming interest in women’s sport. Modernising the club’s facilities should lead to greater participation, diversity and access, and this is a great thing for grassroots sport in my community. I would appreciate any further information that the minister could provide on the upgrade of facilities at Strathaird Reserve and how this will benefit my electorate. I look forward to sharing the minister’s response with my community.