The federal government will provide $1.14 million for upgrades to community sporting facilities in Portarlington and Newcomb if it is re-elected on Saturday.
Under this commitment, Portarlington Recreation Reserve will receive another $540,000 while Grinter Reserve in Newcomb will receive $600,000.
The $600,000 for Grinter Reserve will fund new sports lighting for a second oval as well as upgraded facilities for netball and football.
Following the adoption of the masterplan, the $540,000 for Portarlington Recreation Reserve will support the upgrade of facilities including for the Portarlington Demons Football and Netball Club.
This commitment to the Portarlington Football and Netball Club is in addition to the recently announced $60,000 for a new electronic scoreboard at the Club, bringing the total funding commitment to $600,000.
Liberal Candidate for Corangamite, Stephanie Asher, said the funding was part of her Local Plan for Corangamite.
“Building stronger communities is a key part of my strong Local Plan for Corangamite,” she said.
“By investing in better community facilities, my Local Plan will bring people together and support active and connected communities.
“Corangamite communities deserve sporting facilities that keep pace with growing demand, and that’s exactly what this investment will ensure.”
