Thursday, 4 June 2026

 Tim McCURDY (Ovens Valley) (09:54): Yesterday I was delighted to be part of the turning of the sod at the Yarrawonga multipurpose stadium, primarily a basketball stadium that, as the name suggests, will have multiple uses. Twelve years ago Amanda Wheaton approached me to get some traction as to how to move this project forward. To see this project finally begin is a credit to Amanda and her team, which included Sue Bigger, who has been on the journey for three decades. Congratulations on your vision, your persistence and your determination to keep fighting for this project. I also recognise Moira shire administrators Graham Emonson and Susan Benedyka for honouring this longstanding project which will be an absolute game changer for the Yarrawonga community and surrounding district. I have no doubt a future champion will be born as a result of this investment.