TheTerritory Labor Government has released a tender for the first stage of workson Richardson Park, which will rejuvenate the space and make it more attractivefor the community to enjoy.
Worksto Richardson Park will provide an upgraded oval, including change rooms, whichwill be available for use by the Nightcliff Dragons and Brothers Rugby clubsand the broader community.
Anew road near Richardson Park will also be constructed to facilitate, safer andmore efficient access to Ludmilla Primary School.
Thecurrent facilities and infrastructure are in a state of disrepair.
Workswill be completed in stages and support morethan 30 local jobs:
- Stage 1 - includes the demolition and disposal of five derelict buildings onthe site.
- Stage 2 - will include an extension to Richardson Drive, upgrade of the ovaland the construction of ablution facilities.
Worksare expected to commence in the coming months. Restricted access to theRichardson Park site will be in place for the duration of the first stage ofworks
TheNorthern Territory Government is supporting Rugby League in the Territory andhas built the new Territory Rugby League Stadium in Marrara, establishing it asthe home for Rugby League and NRL NT HQ.
Thenew facility will help grow rugby league in the Territory, includingencouraging more women and girls to play and allow the code and localcompetition to be run from within its main stadium.
TheGovernment will continue to work with NRL NT clubs on ensuring the history andsignificance of Richardson Parks is recognised and maintained, including thememorial for Mr John Mount, known as Shadow.
