Wahgunyah welcomes $1m for reserve facilities

The exciting new project will see the construction of two shared concrete netball and tennis courts as well as an upgrade of the existing netball court, new LED lux lighting, fencing, concrete paths and player shelters. 

The program is part of the $915 million in Victorian Government investment in community sport and recreation infrastructure since 2014. 

Ms Symes said that the project was about making sport and recreation more accessible, welcoming and inclusive for all Victorians.

“This investment will support the local economy and create jobs – and support the growing number of people in Wahgunyah and surrounds keen to get involved in sport and recreation,” she said.

President of the Wahgunyah Tennis Club Sandra Johnstone said the announcement was a long time coming with Wahgunyah tennis legend John Voss OAM and President and Secretary of the Wahgunyah Reserve Ray Milne and Wes Canny working tirelessly for many years to access grant funding. 

“Ray and Wes have worked closely together along with John Voss and other volunteers to make this happen,” Ms Johnstone told The Free Press. 

“John Voss has been the backbone of our club since the 1950’s and we appreciate all that he has done and contributed to our club.

“We are excited for the future growth of our sporting clubs and are appreciative of the contribution that has been made by the state government and Indigo Shire Council who have also been very supportive . It’s great for our small village of Wahgunyah,” she said.

Indigo Shire Council Mayor Jenny O’Connor said the project would have a huge impact on attracting greater participation in local sport.

“This community has been waiting more than a decade for the funds to upgrade the netball and tennis courts and the news could not have come at a better time. I want to congratulate everyone involved for your patience and resilience over many, many years.”