A Tasmanian Home of Football is a step closer under a re-elected Liberal Government, paving the way for more Tasmanians to be active and social within their communities.
A re-elected Liberal Government will partner with Football Tasmania to progress their vision for a Home of Football, including six full-sized soccer pitches, four five-a-side pitches for all levels of community and elite football, as well as state-of-the-art women's and men's changerooms and training facilities.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said the $350,000 investment would help progress the vision to ensure there are enough pitches available to meet the growing number of grassroots and elite football players.
"We know that growth is currently outpacing pitches, and this grassroots investment will ensure that not only do we meet current demand, but we future-proof soccer facilities in Tasmania for years to come," Premier Rockliff said.
"More and more, we are seeing our young people put down their phones and iPads, and pick up a ball - keeping active and healthy, while creating social networks that will carry them through life.
"Over the past year, participation in the sport has grown 5 per cent, with 31,278 football players across Tasmania.
"We want to build on this momentum, continue the growth and ensure football-loving Tasmanians have the opportunity to get involved in the sport."
The investment in the Home of Football Blueprint will enable a site-specific feasibility study into Wentworth Park and initial design to proceed.
A re-elected Liberal Government will engage with the Clarence City Council and the community on the proposed site and design.
This election comes down to one choice: a strong Liberal team with a real plan or another merry-go-round of chaos.
So, let's get on with it.
Let's finish the job for Tasmania.
