Liberal Party promises $25 million to help deliver Nunawading Indoor Sports Centre

Nunawading Basketball welcomes the announcement from the Wilson Liberal Party committing $25 million towards the redevelopment of the Nunawading Indoor Sports Centre, should it be elected.

This significant commitment acknowledges the vital role the facility plays in delivering sporting opportunities across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and the importance of investing in community sport infrastructure to support growing demand.

The promised investment will go towards a complete redevelopment of the existing facility – transforming the 56-year-old venue into a modern, regional indoor sports hub catering to basketball, netball, volleyball, badminton, adaptive sports, and a range of community programs.

Nunawading Basketball is proud to serve over 15,000 members and deliver more than 25,000 games annually – contributing to over one million visits each year. With the Centre currently at capacity, this commitment represents a crucial step towards realising the vision of a facility that can meet the needs of the local community now and into the future.

Today’s announcement builds on the $35 million already committed by Whitehorse City Council, and $45million committed by the Federal Government and has been made possible through the ongoing support and advocacy of our local politicians, Whitehorse Council, stakeholders and broader sporting community.

Nunawading Basketball Chair, Robert Green said:

“We thank Richard Welch MP, Nick McGowan MP, Jacky, Theo and Sally for their advocacy of our project and this amazing announcement. This project will provide a legacy for our community and region for generations to come. We look forward to working with all key stakeholders to bring it to fruition."

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