Member for Swansea Yasmin Catley has secured a commitment from NSW Labor to significantly upgrade lighting at Halekulani Oval if they win the March 25 State election.
It is the home ground of Budgewoi Bulldogs Rugby League Club and the $120,000 pledge would provide flood lighting as well as additional lighting on existing poles at the oval.
At present the eastern mid-field does not have flood lighting, which has prevented the club from hosting night games and training.
Lighting will ensure the club can utilise two fields and provide opportunities for extra training and to hold night tournaments.
“I am pleased that a NSW Labor Government will allocate $120,000 to the Budgewoi Bulldogs to install flood lighting, as well as additional lighting at Halekulani Oval,” Catley said.
“This oval is home to the Budgewoi Bulldogs club but they have been prevented from using it for night training and games because of a lack of lighting.
“With winter just around the corner, there is no doubt the oval needs better lighting, and this truly will be a great outcome for the local community.”
President of Budgewoi Bulldogs Matt Rogers said the club was very pleased with the help received from Catley and her team.
“Our facilities are so below par it’s not funny and Yasmin and her team jumped into action immediately after contact from our club,” he said.
“Our whole club is very excited about the plans and our future.”
Catley has also supported the club by securing $1.3M for upgrades in amenities, irrigation and drainage work at Halekulani Oval through the State Government Stronger Country Communities Fund.
Source:
Media release, Mar 14
Member for Swansea Yasmin Catley