THE federal Labor opposition has promised $10 million dollars towards the redevelopment of Emil Madsen Reserve.
The Mount Eliza sporting ground is home to Mount Eliza Junior Football Club, Mount Eliza Soccer Club, Mount Eliza Football Netball Club, and Mount Eliza Cricket Club.
The redevelopment would see the construction of two new pavilions and the upgrade of an existing one. A recently developed masterplan for the sporting ground also outlines a proposal for the creation of a district level play space and skate park.
Dunkley MP Peta Murphy said that the upgrade would allow the clubs which play at the reserve to grow. “This terrific project will benefit some of the largest sporting clubs in our region by creating a high quality and multi-functional facility. Labor supports this vision and will fund the upgrade to the tune of $10 million,” she said.
“Over the past few years, we have seen major redevelopments of other reserves in our region and now it’s Mount Eliza’s turn. Since I was elected I have written to and met with ministers, including the Deputy Prime Minister, lobbying for this upgrade. Unfortunately, the government’s response has been that there’s no money available. This upgrade will greatly benefit the Mount Eliza community, that’s why Labor will deliver it.”
Shadow infrastructure minister Catherine King said “sport plays such an important role in our lives. This investment will mean more kids, more families, and importantly more girls and women can get involved in sport and involved with their local community.”
“Peta Murphy has been such a strong advocate for this project. I know that after the election she will get straight to work to ensure it is delivered as soon as possible,” she said.