UPGRADES FOR SPORT AND RECREATION FACILITIES IN THE NEPEAN

Susan Templeman MP, the Federal Member for Macquarie, has announced a re-elected Albanese Labor Government would fund much-needed improvements to sport and recreation facilities in Leonay, Emu Heights and Emu Plains.

This election commitment would put $2.25 million towards significant improvements for Leonay Sports Oval, funding resurfacing, field extension and drainage improvements.

These upgrades would allow for safer and more regular use by local clubs.

Detailed design work will also be undertaken to support a future upgrade to amenities at the oval.

“If you’ve ever stood on the sidelines watching your kids play sport and thought, ‘This field needs work,’ then this is for you,” Ms Templeman said.

“Emu Plains Little Athletics and Emu Plains Junior Rugby League have hundreds of young athletes and players who rely on this oval every week, and this investment will finally give them the surface they deserve.”

This election commitment  also provides $1.1 million to upgrade recreation facilities in Emu Plains and Emu Heights.

This funding would go towards replacing deteriorated asphalt at the Clissold Park basketball court and create a new concrete multi-purpose court with painted game spaces for children. New pathways would also make the park more accessible and functional.

Playgrounds will be modernised with new play equipment at Ausburn Reserve and the Gough & Lucas Street Reserve in Emu Plains, and new pathways will be constructed to enhance connectivity within these public spaces.

“People have been telling me that improving community infrastructure like this is a priority for them,” Ms Templeman said.

“Our region deserves accessible and high-quality sport and recreation facilities.

“This means more fun, more active outdoor spaces, and more free options for local families.”

“I know how much these upgrades mean to our community. Whether it’s standing on the sidelines at Saturday sport, taking the kids to the playground after school, or simply having good-quality spaces close to home, these improvements will make a difference to families across Leonay, Emu Plains, and Emu Heights.”

“I look forward to rolling up my sleeves and working alongside locals and Penrith City Council to progress these improvements.”

Consistent with past practice, election commitments will be delivered in line with Commonwealth Grants Rules and Principles.