Football Tasmania has welcomed the Federal Government’s confirmation of funding for upgrades at North Chigwell, as announced today by Senator Eric Abetz.
Football Tasmania CEO Matt Bulkeley said the new facility would be a game changer for the sport, but it was time for construction to start.
“We’re very grateful for the support provided by the Federal Government, and of course to Andrew Wilkie for initially securing the funding over two years ago,” Mr Bulkeley said.
“Football participation in Tasmania is bursting at the seams, however facilities for the World Game haven’t kept up with growth in demand. Finding enough playing and training space for our growing number of players is one of our biggest challenges and the new football hub at North Chigwell will greatly help us to address this issue.
“The football community was thrilled when Andrew Wilkie initially announced the funding and we have been grateful for his hard work and support ever since then. Mr Wilkie is a fantastic supporter of football in Tasmania and has done everything possible to get this project happening.
“Now the funding has been confirmed, we’re looking forward to working together with the Glenorchy City Council to get the upgrades off the ground as soon as possible.”
