MYIMBARR SPORTING FIELD TAKES SHAPE

Construction of a fourth sporting field at Myimbarr Community Park in Shellharbour City is almost complete, with works now well progressed on the final stage of the project.

The first stage of the project included the development of a new playing field with major earthworks, drainage systems, irrigation and integrated footpaths.

The final stage includes the addition of secure fencing, access gates, advanced sports field lighting and structured seating for spectators.

This stage has been made possible due to funding from the Federal Government under Phase 4 of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure grant scheme. 

Council was successful in securing $567,099 from the Australian Government’s Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program for this project.

The overall project represents a significant investment of $1,367,099, with Shellharbour City Council contributing $800,000.

This program underscores the Federal government's support for councils in delivering essential community infrastructure. 

Mayor Homer said he was delighted with the progress of the new sporting field, which will benefit local clubs and the wider community.

“Local sporting membership numbers are increasing in both female and junior participants across the City which is putting pressure on existing facilities, we are very excited to see the progress in delivering this new infrastructure and sporting field to meet the growth in participation” Mayor Homer said.

“I thank the Federal Government for funding the final stage of this important community project” he said.

Council’s Open Space and Recreational Needs Strategy, adopted in 2020, identified significant growth in demand for soccer fields across NSW.

More information:
•    Shellharbour City Council Let’s Chat 
•    Myimbarr Additional Field concept design
•    Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program
•    Shellharbour Open Space & Recreation Strategy