MORE election promises were made last week as the campaign in Dunkley heats up.
Carrum Downs Recreation Reserve was a focus for both major parties last week. Labor candidate Jodie Belyea has promised $2.5 million to redevelop Len Phelps Pavilion. Later in the week, Liberal candidate Nathan Conroy promised $3 million to the project if the Coalition is elected.
Last week, Conroy also promised that the Coalition will spend $1 million on upgrades to the Frankston Naval Memorial Club, and $400,000 to upgrade the Frankston Softball Association’s facilities.
“An elected Liberal Government will deliver critical upgrades to the Frankston Naval Memorial Club, ensuring the facility remains a safe and accessible space for veterans, local residents, and community groups. I have been fortunate to secure this funding so the club can construct a new shed, upgrade their security systems and electrical wiring, and install a gas and solar hot water system,” Conroy said. He said the softball project would deliver “improved lighting so our teams can play night games at home, new fencing – a secure outfield boundary for safety, and covered dugouts for extra protection and comfort.”
Belyea said the expansion of Len Phelps Pavilion would accommodate netball and tennis alongside football and cricket teams. “Our local sporting clubs are so important to our community,” she said. “This $2.5 million election commitment will contribute to upgrading Len Phelps Pavilion – delivering brand new facilities for the Carrum Downs and Skye sporting community.” Belyea also promised $1.75 million towards the Frankston Bowling Club’s dome roof last week.
First published in the Frankston Times – 15 April 2025