$8.5 million pledge to deliver Geelong Regional Tennis Centre
A significant step has been taken toward a Geelong Regional Tennis Centre (GRTC), with the Victorian Liberal Party announcing an $8.5 million funding commitment to the project, subject to election to Government.
Tennis Victoria, Tennis Australia and the regional tennis community would like to thank Shadow Minister for Sport and Police, Brad Battin MP, Member for Western Victoria Region, Bev McArthur MP and the Liberal candidate for South Barwon, Libby Petit, for their ongoing support.
Representatives from Tennis Victoria, Tennis Geelong, local clubs and the broader tennis community gathered to recognise the announcement.
The GRTC will complement Geelong's strong network of local tennis clubs and provide a regional hub serving communities across southwestern Victoria.
Tennis Victoria CEO Kim Kachel said the project commitment had been built upon strong collaboration between the City of Greater Geelong, the peak tennis bodies, regional Clubs and the tennis community.
“This is a great example of what can be accomplished when partners and communities come together behind a shared vision.”
“The proposed centre will strengthen the entire tennis ecosystem, creating more opportunities for people to play, supporting local clubs and providing clearer development pathways.
“It will also attract major events that generate lasting benefits for the local community and significant economic impact.
“We thank State Liberal Party for their support and look forward to continuing to work together with the City of Greater Geelong to realise this vital project,” Kachel said
SMC has been working with Tennis VIctoria and Tennis Australia to build support and investment from all tiers of government and community stakeholders to deliver the project.
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