St Clair sports clubs will receive a major boost today following the commencement of work on upgrades to Mark Leece Sportsground.
The upgrade includes a new amenities block featuring female-friendly changerooms and increased storage which was funded through a $1.285 million grant from Round 1 of the NSW Government’s Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund and $415,000 from Penrith City Council.
Member for Mulgoa, Tanya Davies welcomed the commencement of work on the upgrades which will provide sporting infrastructure that will help keep the St Clair community healthy and active.
“Sport is a vital part of the St Clair community,” Ms Davies said.
“The upgrades to Mark Leece Sportsground will enable St Clair residents to enjoy the benefits of regular activity and exercise at an inclusive community sport facility.”
Acting Minister for Sport Geoff Lee said the Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund provides many benefits to NSW.
“It is vital people have accessible, safe and inclusive sports infrastructure in their communities,” Mr Lee said.
“Projects like the upgrades to Mark Leece Sportsground boost sport across Greater Sydney and also stimulate the economy through jobs and investment.”
The Greater Sydney Sports Facility Fund is a three-year $100 million NSW Government investment to improve the quality and quantity of sports infrastructure across Sydney.
It encourages the development of multi-use, multi-purpose, shared and co-located facilities.
During the first two rounds of the Fund, 37 projects have shared in $73.35 million in grants.
The Fund is part of the $340 million Open Spaces and Greener Sydney initiative.
More info at: www.sport.nsw.gov.au/clubs/grants/greater-sydney-sports-facility-fund