New nets at Rosebud Cricket Club

Published on 01 November 2021

Howzat for progress! Rosebud Cricket Club have received brand new cricket nets as part of a $280,000 funding initiative.
 
The club, who have their home at Olympic Park, Rosebud, have new nets to benefit members of the cricket club and the wider community.
 
The project involved the demolition of the previous cricket nets at Olympic Park and building a brand new enclosed four lane training net facility with synthetic grass.
 
Players from the club have already enjoyed a game or two and the facility is ready for the 2021–22 cricket season.
 
We’ve funded $150,000 towards this project and secured a further $100,000 from State Government through the Community Cricket Infrastructure Program. Cricket Australia also provided $30,000 as part of the Australian Cricket Infrastructure Fund.
 
To find out more, visit: mornpen.vic.gov.au/majorprojects
 
Quote attributable to Mayor Councillor Despi O’Connor:
 
“We’re pleased this redevelopment as part of our Sports Capacity Plan has provided safe, high quality and compliant cricket nets for the local community.”
 
Quote attributable to Seawinds Ward Councillor Antonella Celi:
 
“The new cricket nets are a win for the Rosebud Cricket Club who can now safely train up their players at Olympic Park Reserve.”
 
Quote attributable to Seawinds Ward Councillor Debra Mar:
 
“The previous cricket nets at Olympic Park became a safety hazard, these upgrades will enhance sporting opportunities for locals who love their game.”
 
Quote attributable to Seawinds Ward Councillor Kerri McCafferty:
 
“The new cricket training nets will provide a safe training opportunity for players and coaches”
 
Photo: L - R –Councillor Debra Mar, Councillor Antonella Celi, Tim O'Sullivan from Rosebud Cricket Club, Daniel Garrood, (Kids) Liam Tuwairua, Jordan Tuwairua.