On Friday, 31 October, I had the pleasure of representing the Minister for
Sport, Recreation and Youth Affairs to officially open the new pavilion at the
Don Wallace Reserve in Teesdale. The new pavilion enhances the previous smaller
facility and now provides more space for local clubs to host events and
accommodate the increasing number of members. The upgrade includes the
development of new change rooms, amenities and improved social space for the
clubs. The Brumby Labor government provided $60 000 towards the upgrade of this
fantastic pavilion through the Community Facility Funding program. I would also
like to acknowledge the generous contribution made by the Golden Plains Shire
Council of almost $40 000, and over $25 000 raised in cash and in kind support
for the project by the local community; that was a tremendous feat. I take this
opportunity to thank the community members who
were present on the day for the very warm hospitality that was
extended to me.