A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will secure the future of the Marrickville Golf Club as a much-loved community sporting precinct with a $6.05 million investment towards its upgrade.
The Marrickville Golf Club provides a treasured urban green space used by golfers, dog walkers and pedestrians alike.
Its Clubhouse also provides a place for locals to come together, building community while supporting affordable leisure activities.
Today's election commitment will go towards delivering an upgrade of the entire precinct that everyone can share in and ensure this Inner West institution can be enjoyed for decades to come.
Work will include expanding outdoor areas for greater social and community enjoyment as well as providing pedestrian and bike access so people can more easily get to and enjoy the precinct.
Patrons and guests will enjoy better indoor amenities with clubhouse renovations and the provision of community meeting and function rooms.
Sustainability will also be a focus with stormwater to be harvested, irrigating the golf course and the local sporting fields like Mahoney Reserve and Beaman Park, while boosting the health of the nearby Cooks River.
First opened in 1941, Marrickville Golf Club served as a meeting place for local returned service men and women of World War 2 - many of whom contributed and worked on the venue's last major remodel in 1947.
Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with the Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.
Quotes attributable to the Prime Minister and Member for Grayndler, Anthony Albanese:
"I care deeply about my local community and understand how important this precinct is.
"Whether you play golf, walk your dog or just want to catch up with friends and family, this will be a place the Inner West can take pride in, and this $6 million commitment demonstrates Labor's plan to build Australia's future."
