Tuesday, 7 May 2024

Albert Park electorate football clubs

Nina TAYLOR (Albert Park) (14:22): There is lots happening in the seat of Albert Park. I was very pleased to be able to attend two jersey nights for South Melbourne Football Club, one the more formal one that included all the teams and then a specific female-focused jersey night. I must say the South Melbourne Football Club have really been at the forefront of the development of football. I want to commend them in particular on really fostering inclusivity in the club and their all-abilities teams. This is really fantastic. It sends a good message to the local community as well.

I also attended Middle Park Football Club’s gala event – not quite what you think. It was actually at JL Murphy Reserve, with parents on the barbecue and kids everywhere playing sport, which is absolutely fantastic. I must commend this club, because they have really ramped up support for females in the club and club leadership. They have 30 per cent female membership, with the target of fifty-fifty by 2027.