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Tuesday, 17 June 2008 |
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News>Williamstown Cricket Ground Pavilion Redevelopment
|  Hobsons Bay City Council has committed $2 million to the redevelopment of the Williamstown Cricket Ground pavilion.
This follows the state government’s allocation of $3 million to the redevelopment in its 2008/2009 budget as part of an overall $10 million allocation to upgrade facilities in the 150th year of VFL/AFL football in Victoria.
Improved accessibility
The redeveloped pavilion will encourage increased community use, improved accessibility and will enable VFL football matches to continue to be played at the Williamstown Cricket Ground.
Given the number of organisations and clubs using the facility, it is important that it's maintained to a high standard.
The Council thanks the current Member for Williamstown, Wade Noonan and the former member Steve Bracks, for their efforts in bringing this project to fruition.
150th anniversary
President of the Williamstown Football Club, Mr Trevor Monti said the Williamstown Football Club welcomed the funding, especially as 2008 marks the 150th year of VFL/AFL matches being played in Victoria.
The Williamstown Cricket Ground has also been home to the Williamstown Cricket Club since 1882.
Further information
The Australian Football League will also contribute $500,000, with the Williamstown Football Club contributing $1.5 million.
Residents who live near the cricket ground will be consulted about the redevelopment.
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