Athletes of all ages and sporting codes have scored a win as outdated amenities at CV Kelly Park in Girraween are set to be replaced with the help of $2.5 million from the Minns Labor government.
CV Kelly Park, home to Girraween Athletics Club, Girraween Little Athletics Club and the All Saints Toongabbie Tigers Rugby League Club, will receive a much-needed upgrade.
The new building will break down barriers to female participation by providing gender-inclusive and accessible facilities and further add to the park's role as a sporting hub for the community with the addition of a multi-purpose meeting space.
The Minns Labor Government's is focused on building better communities. Our investment in new, gender-inclusive changerooms and accessible toilets and showers will ensure that all members of the local grassroots sporting community will be able to play and train in an inclusive environment.
Minister for Sport Steve Kamper said:
"By providing more accessible and inclusive facilities, the Minns Labor Government is breaking down the barriers that have traditionally prevented many underrepresented groups from participating in sport.
"CV Kelly Park already serves many members of the community of all ages.
"Upgrading the facilities, will ensure that CV Kelly Park reaches its full potential, supporting the growth of community sport, and providing long-term benefit to the many sporting groups that use the ground."
Member for Prospect, Dr Hugh McDermont said:
"It's great that we are delivering vital upgrades to CV Kelly Park to support our local school and sporting clubs.
"These inclusive and accessible facilities will be a game-changer for our amazing local athletes, across multiple sports and year-round.
"Funding for CV Kelly Park is another great example of how the Minns Labor Government is building a better Western Sydney community for all of us."
Tim Moggridge, Secretary, All Saints Toongabbie Tigers JRLFC;
"All Saints Toongabbie Tigers is thrilled with the $2.5 million investment from Dr Hugh McDermott, on behalf of the NSW Labor Government, Cumberland Council and with support from the Parramatta Eels.
"This upgrade to CV Kelly Park is a game-changer for our club and the wider community - thank you to all involved."
Karen Farrugia, President, Girraween Little Athletics
"Girraween Little Athletics is deeply grateful for the NSW Government's support to upgrade CV Kelly Park, helping us provide a safer, more inclusive space for young athletes, families, and volunteers.
"This funding will transform CV Kelly Park into a more accessible and functional venue, strengthening our ability to deliver grassroots sport and foster community pride."
