Cricket ACT has welcomed the major announcement this morning by Senator for the ACT Katy Gallagher and Member for Bean David Smith MP that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will upgrade facilities at Chisholm Oval.
Upgrade commitment for Chisholm Oval
This $960,820 election commitment will fund improvements to the oval’s training facilities, additional solar panels, a modern LED scoreboard, and upgrades to help the pavilion be more female-friendly and meet Cricket Australia guidelines.
The project will be delivered in partnership with the Tuggeranong Valley Cricket Club and Cricket ACT, via the Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund (ACIF).
The commitment supports Cricket ACT’s drive to have greater and continued access to training facilities across the ACT. It will complement the ACT Government’s efforts to reinvigorate sport and recreation facilities across the Tuggeranong Valley.
Gathered at Chisholm Oval on Friday alongside ACT Meteors players and members of the Tuggeranong Valley Cricket Club, Federal Member for Bean, David Smith, praised the efforts of those helping grow the game in the Tuggeranong region.
“Cricket ACT and the Tuggeranong Valley Cricket Club are doing a great job building the game locally. They have a clear vision to grow the game and bring First-Class cricket to Canberra, and this commitment helps with both of those goals. I have been working with local sports and the ACT Government to improve local infrastructure, and I very much welcome this commitment.”
Cricket ACT Infrastructure Manager Lauren Coates expressed gratitude for the significant commitment.
“This investment will greatly enhance our facilities network and provide our cricket community with a welcoming and inclusive facility here at Chisholm Oval. Chisholm Oval is an important venue for ACT Premier Cricket, being the only ground that is accessible all year round.
“This commitment is a testament to Tuggeranong Valley Cricket Club, who have worked tirelessly for many years to secure investment into such an important facility. Chisholm Oval also plays host to some ACT Meteors pre-season training and practice matches, and I know the team will be excited to see this work commence.”
Cricket ACT, through the ACIF, will contribute $50,000 to the project as part of our commitment to enhancing cricket facilities in the region.
Nick Smith, President of Tuggeranong Valley Cricket Club, highlighted the significance of the funding for the club.
“The announcement today is of enormous significance to the club and its supporters. The funding will ensure that cricketers of all ages and genders are able to train and play cricket in one world-class location throughout the year,”
“This upgrade of the training facilities and the pavilion will ensure that residents of the Tuggeranong Valley will have a facility of which they can be very proud.”