Local cricketers will now be able to enjoy a first-class indoor cricket facility following the opening of the new Raby Indoor Cricket Centre.
The $5.2 million project includes six new lanes and nets, increasing the capacity of the Campbelltown-Camden District 'Ghosts' Cricket Club's elite development programs while also providing state-of-the-art facilities for the wider community to use.
Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound cut the ribbon to officially open the new facility at a special ceremony today alongside Member for Leppington Nathan Hagarty MP, Member for Camden Sally Quinnell MP Campbelltown-Camden District Club President Morris Iemma and Cricket Australia Head of Infrastructure Fiona Baxter.
"This new centre is a fantastic addition to the world-class facilities at Raby Sports Complex, ensuring local cricketers have the best opportunity possible to sharpen their skills in an elite environment," Cr Lound said.
"It is important that young local athletes have access to pathways that can help them achieve their dreams while also providing local residents with great facilities to enjoy," he said.
Minister for Sport, Steve Kamper, said the facility is a great example of the NSW Government's commitment to supporting all levels of sporting participation from the grassroots and beyond.
"These facilities provide not just an environment worthy of elite athletes but the increased capacity means more members of the community will have the opportunity to participate and enjoy the new centre."
Member for Leppington Nathan Hagarty said: "This centre is a big win for our community—supporting our local cricketers, from juniors to elite players, with local facilities they need to thrive. It's great to see all levels of government working together to deliver real outcomes for South-West Sydney."
As well as being used by the Ghosts for training and development, the facility will also be available to book for coaching sessions and casual hire later this year.
The project is funded by Council, the NSW Government through the NSW Greater Cities Sport Facility Fund and NSW ICC T20 World Cup 2020 Cricket Legacy Fund as well as Cricket Australia and Cricket NSW.
