A major upgrade is on the way for one of Mackay’s most beloved sporting clubs, thanks to a $1.9 million commitment from the LNP. Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, joined local sporting stars and Magpies representatives to announce the exciting expansion of the Magpies Sporting Club.
“This investment will go towards four dressing rooms – two for females, two for males, a referee room, some secure lockers, and a first aid room,” Mr Willcox said.
“It’s only fair that the ladies have decent change rooms.
“A lot of these change rooms were designed for men, and so we really need to fix that.”
Highlighting the significance of the investment, Mr Willcox said, “We understand rural and regional clubs like this are where grassroots talent and our next future world champions are born.”
The Leader of The Nationals, David Littleproud, expressed his enthusiasm for the project and said, “We believe in making sure that these young people across regional Australia have the facilities that those in capital cities just take for granted.
“It's about making sure there’s some dignity and respect, and particularly for women who want to increase their participation.
“We want them to know that they don't have to get changed between car doors; they can actually have a dressing room where they can come in and have the confidence of knowing that this court respects them, this community respects them, and this club respects them.”
The $1.9 million pledge is set to transform the Magpies Sporting Club into an upgraded, state-of-the-art sports venue, catering to the growing demands of local athletes and the community.
“Magpies Sporting Club Mackay will be given an overhaul and transformed into a sports environment that local players and families deserve," added Mr Littleproud.
The upgrade will include the construction of new changerooms, more sports and catering areas, as well as an improved kitchen and canteen to support match day operations and community events. With these improvements, the club will be able to better accommodate the increasing number of AFL and cricket players in the region.
Magpies Sporting Club Mackay Director Jason Egan expressed gratitude for the funding, and said that Female AFL and cricket players would majorly benefit from the new changerooms.
“I would like to thank the Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, and the LNP for supporting our club,” said Mr Egan.
The club also proudly supports nine affiliated sporting clubs, fostering community engagement and promoting active and healthy lifestyles.
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Federal Member for Dawson, Andrew Willcox, joined Magpies Sporting representatives last Tuesday to announce a $1.9 million investment in facility upgrades at Magpies Sporting Club Mackay. Photo credit: Hannah McNamara
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