SPORT

On the Ball

The playground development of Regent Square in George Town is now complete with the installation of a three-quarter sized basketball court.

Federal Member for Bass Bridget Archer said the new court provides a fantastic space for the community to socialise, have fun and be active.

“With the completed Pump Track also recently opening to the public, George Town locals of all ages can take advantage of another top-notch facility that is free and accessible to all,” Mrs Archer said.

“The purpose-built playground which includes a flying fox and trampolines truly offers activities for kids of all ages.”

George Town Mayor Greg Kieser said the court was identified as a need and priority of the community when Council undertook public consultation on the development of Regent Square.

Supporting community sport

“Council is extremely happy with the facilities the children’s playground offers the community and the new basketball court facility is one that many children, adolescents, and parents have been eagerly awaiting. We believe this addition will be as popular as the other facilities and amenities showcased in this amazing playground” he said.

The remaining space will include new pathways, carparking, toilet facilities, Aboriginal gathering space, park furniture, landscaping, parking areas, story boarding of indigenous history, and a showpiece entrance feature.

Federal Member for Bass Bridget Archer recently joined Member for Windermere Nick Duigan, sponsors and the local George Town community for the George Town Football Club’s Community Jumper Presentation evening.

“With both men and women junior and senior teams, the George Town Saints are the heart of the George Town sport community,” Mrs Archer said.

“As a sponsor of the Club over the past few years, I wish the players all the best for the upcoming season.”

Junior Soccer Stars off to Canberra

After more than two years of cancelled events across all sports, we are beginning to see the return of a range of state and national tournaments and championships

Federal Member for Bass Bridget Archer said that tournaments and championships play an important role in the development of young players and athletes.

“Competing at a higher-level gives participants a chance to further develop skills both professionally and personally,” Mrs Archer said.

Bridget recently provided a donation to George Town Junior Soccer Club players Jazmin and Sophia

(pictured) who will be travelling to Canberra in July to compete in the 2022 Kanga Cup, the Southern Hemisphere’s largest youth football tournament.

Financial assistance is also available through the Local Sporting Championships grant program. Visit: www.sportaus.gov.au/grants_and_funding/ local_sporting_champions for more information.