The Australian Government continues to partner with local governments across Queensland to get high-priority local community infrastructure off the ground - with construction of the Silver Jubilee Sports Facility clubhouse at Spring Mountain, south west of Brisbane, officially complete.
The more than $3.5 million project delivered a new clubhouse and amenities, benefiting new and regular user groups, community users and schools.
This was supported by more than $1.97 million from the Australian Government under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and $1.55 million from the Ipswich City Council.
Situated at the centre of the sports grounds, the new building includes a club room, four change rooms and amenities, referees' and officials' rooms, a commercial grade kitchen, as well as a canteen and food preparation area, to cater for all community sporting clubs that use the facility.
The clubhouse has incorporated sustainable initiatives including solar cells, rainwater harvesting tanks, unisex toilets, a medical room and cleaners' room, and is expected to be used by a large range of local sporting clubs and codes.
It will also service multiple existing sports fields and courts and support organised sporting groups.
The facility is also fully accessible for people with a disability.
Externally, upgrades include concrete terraced seating and pathways, separate storage bays, landscaping and turf around the perimeter, a covered walkway and relocation of the existing shelters.
A community event will be held on Saturday 21 June to celebrate the establishment of the clubhouse. The event will be held as part of a Springfield Lakes Hawks Rugby Union Club juniors home game round.
Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, the Hon Kristy McBain MP:
"It's fantastic to see work complete on the Silver Jubilee Sports Facility clubhouse, with this just one of many projects in which we're partnering with the Ipswich City Council, as part of more than $18 million in Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program funding from the Australian Government.
"This project in Ipswich's eastern suburbs is a great example of the Australian Government working in partnership to deliver Australian communities the infrastructure and facilities they deserve."
Quotes attributable to Member for Blair, the Hon Shayne Neumann MP:
"The Albanese Labor Government is proud to support this project through the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program, which is one of several initiatives that delivers funding to local councils for priority projects.
"This is great news for the booming Greater Springfield area and builds on our government's record of delivery for Ipswich.
"A new clubhouse is critical to meeting the strong demand for sporting facilities in the region, and I'm looking forward to seeing local clubs like Springfield Lakes Hawks Rugby Union and Springfield Stingers Touch Football enjoying the modern facilities here.
"I thank local councillors Nicole Jonic and Paul Tully for advocating for their community, and working closely with the Federal Government to help deliver these facilities for the fast-growing Spring Mountain area.
Quotes attributable to Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding:
"This clubhouse will be used by two local Springfield clubs - the Springfield Stingers Touch Football Club and the Springfield Lakes Hawks Rugby Union Club.
"This clubhouse will allow these clubs to provide members and players with excellent facilities, which in turn will attract more members and players - hopefully resulting insignificant growth in the clubs drawing from an increasing number of people moving to Spring Mountain.
"The Silver Jubilee Sports Club Facility Clubhouse caps off the Silver Jubilee Sports facility which boasts a host of sporting facilities including two rugby fields, four touch football fields, six dedicated basketball and netball hard courts, picnic facilities and a playground.
"Ipswich is growing at an unprecedented rate and council is working hard to deliver infrastructure like this clubhouse which not only provide high quality recreation options bringing the community together but also improves quality of life and encourages an active and healthy lifestyle."
Quotes attributable to Ipswich City Council Community and Sport Committee Chairperson Councillor Jacob Madsen:
"The two clubs will be enjoying a clubroom, canteen, commercial grade kitchen, four change rooms, an officials' room, a medical room, several stores, a covered walkway and several other amenities.
"The clubhouse is fully accessible for people with disabilities and uses sustainable practices such as solar power and harvesting rainwater.
"Council prioritises the health and wellbeing of residents, and a clubhouse like this will go a long way in encouraging people to be active and connect with the community through local sport."
Quotes attributable to Ipswich Division 2 Councillor Paul Tully:
"The community in Spring Mountain is growing quickly - it was the fastest growing area in Ipswich in the January to March quarter.
"Young families in particular are choosing Spring Mountain, which means there is increasing demand for clubs and facilities.
"This clubhouse will be a community hub and make it easier for clubs to raise revenue and enable more community sport into the future."
Quotes attributable to Ipswich Deputy Mayor and Division 2 Councillor Nicole Jonic:
"With so many young families moving into Spring Mountain, it's important to provide options for sport and community - this clubhouse will encourage residents to participate in both.
"A facility like this will foster a stronger sense of community and belonging in the area, which can be an amazing feeling for residents of a rapidly growing suburb.
"I look forward to seeing the community enjoy and utilise this wonderful clubhouse."
Quotes attributable to President of Springfield Lakes Hawks Rugby Union Club, Shay Randle:
"This facility will be the heart of our club - a space where players, families, and supporters can come together and where rugby can truly thrive.
"The clubhouse will help us build deeper community ties through the game and ensure rugby continues to be a sport that brings people together on and off the field."
Quotes attributable to President of Springfield Stingers Touch Football Club, Shelleigh Lole:
"This new clubhouse is so much more than just bricks and mortar - it represents growth, pride, and opportunity.
"It will provide a welcoming, functional space for our members to gather, connect and celebrate the game we all love."
