Torquay is one step closer to having a hockey facility for players, volunteers and spectators with progress made on Banyul-Warri Fields.
The tender process for a head contractor has begun, with the Surf Coast facility featuring a new hockey pitch with lighting, a scoreboard, spectator seating and car parks.
Member for Western Victoria Gayle Tierney said the facility would help boost local sport and create opportunities for contractors, businesses and suppliers.
“This is another exciting step for hockey in Surf Coast, with Banyul-Warri Fields hockey facility sitting alongside other regional investments to help our communities thrive,” she said.
“It’s about creating a community hub where people come together, local talent can shine, and young players can dream big, right here in the Surf Coast.
“New hockey facilities at Banyul-Warri Fields will provide the community with a fantastic, top-notch venue to play and enjoy the sport they love while supporting local businesses and creating jobs.”
Banyul-Warri Fields was one of five projects from the Geelong and Surf Coast regions being delivered through the state government’s Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.
“This investment is a game-changer for our community, providing even better facilities that will inspire athletes of all ages and abilities and make Geelong and the Surf Coast a nation-leading regional sports hub,” Member for Geelong Christine Couzens said.
The new facility will also ensure that the Torquay Tornadoes Hockey Club and other community clubs enjoy high-quality facilities for training, competitions and events for years to come.
Other regional investments included new indoor sports centres at Armstrong Creek and Waurn Ponds, upgrades to Corio’s Stead Park hockey facility, and stage two of the Surf Coast Aquatic Centre in Torquay.
Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence said everyone across Geelong and the Surf Coast deserved to enjoy sport at the best venues within their communities.
“We’re proud to back these exciting new facilities and upgrades and give the residents of Geelong and the Surf Coast the sports infrastructure they need to grow their clubs and get more people involved,” she said.
