Long-disused netball courts at Maroochydore's Elizabeth Daniels sporting precinct are to be re-born as a multi-sport oval.
Sport Minister Phil Reeves today turned the first sod to mark the start of construction of the oval, which will be run by Maroochydore Cricket Club and shared with other sports.
"The Bligh Government provided $300,000 towards the project which will be a major boost to the community," Mr Reeves said.
"This has been unused for too many years - we need to turn it into a great addition to the Elizabeth Daniels sporting precinct.
"A new oval should be completed by Christmas if weather permits, giving the fast growing Maroochydore Cricket Club a much needed fourth field.
"Once complete, the field will also cater for AFL, cricket, rugby union and softball.
Mr Reeves hopes the new oval will encourage more Sunshine Coast locals to get up, get out and get active.
"As a government, we want to help more Queenslanders get involved in sport and recreation and make it a life-long habit," he said.
"That's why the Bligh Government invests in projects and programs which encourage people to get fit and healthy.
"As a result of our Sport and Recreation Infrastructure program, the Bligh Government has invested more than $1.5 million right here on the Sunshine Coast in the last 12 months.
"That means better facilities for Sunshine Coast locals so they can enjoy their sport.
"Under our Toward Q2: Tomorrow's Queensland initiative, we want to help Queenslanders become the healthiest people in Australia.
"This Government's support not only develops grassroots players and heightens our chances of hosting events, but reinforces our reputation as the Champions State and the Events State as well.
"We've made the tough economic decisions to ensure we can continue to support local sport and recreation."
Child Safety and Sport
The Honourable Phil Reeves
13/09/2011
'Landmark' occasion at Maroochydore sports precinct
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Publish Date: 13 Sep 11
Queensland Government, Department of Child Safety :
Sunshine Coast North Child Safety Service Centre, 15 Beach Road, Maroochydore
Phone: 07 5453 1888
Fax: 07 5453 1899
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