Jack Edwards Reserve pavilion plans taking shape
Published on 02 May 2022
A new $16.4 million pavilion and grandstand at Jack Edwards Reserve is a step closer, following a State Government commitment of $4 million in funding.
Council has also committed up to $8.2 million towards the development, leaving a shortfall of about $4 million. Full funding of the project is required before it can go ahead.
Plans for the proposed upgrade include a new pavilion on the western boundary with 500 undercover grandstand seats, a 200m2 multi-purpose space for community use, and compliant amenities to accommodate an increase in football participation, particularly by female teams.
The reserve is home to National Premier League (NPL) team the Oakleigh Cannons, which has been working with Council for many years to fulfil its vision for enhanced facilities.
Mayor Stuart James said Council and the club had been working together for some time to improve facilities and allow greater access for women’s and girl’s teams at the ground.
“The proposed new pavilion and grandstand supports the club’s goals to continue competing in the NPL, to cater for a female team, and to host men’s and women’s double-headers,” Cr James said.
“The plans include a multi-purpose space that would be managed by Council so the football club’s needs would be met on training and match days, and broader community groups would benefit at other times in the use of this space.”
In September last year, the State Government announced it would contribute $4 million towards the project.
Council will make an application to Sport and Recreation Victoria (SRV) for matching funding towards the project and will pursue extra contributions from other groups including State and Federal governments and the Oakleigh Cannons Football Club to allow the proposed project to proceed.
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