Funding bounces in basketball players court
Children in Abbotsford are among many basketball enthusiasts across Yarra City set to benefit from a planned upgrade Harmsworth Reserve.
The project is a joint initiative between the National Basketball League and State Government and will be delivered in conjunction with the Big Housing Build $70m project, which entails the delivery of new affordable and social housing in Collingwood.
As a result, Harmsworth Reserve's basketball area will be upgraded with the current dilapidated concrete court replaced by a new court as well as the addition of a half-court.
Community Sport Minister Ros Spence said the courts will be built using high-performance materials such as interlocked tiles. These have the ability to reduce noise and boost shock absorption and she added:
The project, which is set to cost $120,000, will also see the reserve receive additional storage and seating areas as well as new lighting. Facilities to charge phones or access Wi-Fi for free will also be available with the installation of a `smart bench' by Council.
Printing services have often been employed to create signs promoting free services such as these that are available throughout the city.
The new basketball courts, which are expected to be completed and ready for play in August, form part of plans to revitalise a site dedicated to public housing in Collingwood's Wellington Street.
The project is a joint initiative between the National Basketball League and State Government and will be delivered in conjunction with the Big Housing Build $70m project, which entails the delivery of new affordable and social housing in Collingwood.
As a result, Harmsworth Reserve's basketball area will be upgraded with the current dilapidated concrete court replaced by a new court as well as the addition of a half-court.
Community Sport Minister Ros Spence said the courts will be built using high-performance materials such as interlocked tiles. These have the ability to reduce noise and boost shock absorption and she added:
“Victoria’s demand for basketball courts is rising rapidly and these courts will provide more opportunities for local players and residents to get on a high-quality basketball court.”
The project, which is set to cost $120,000, will also see the reserve receive additional storage and seating areas as well as new lighting. Facilities to charge phones or access Wi-Fi for free will also be available with the installation of a `smart bench' by Council.
Printing services have often been employed to create signs promoting free services such as these that are available throughout the city.
The new basketball courts, which are expected to be completed and ready for play in August, form part of plans to revitalise a site dedicated to public housing in Collingwood's Wellington Street.