Upgrades improve safety at A.W. Bond Reserve

Published on 28 November 2025

Altona North’s A.W. Bond Reserve is safer for all users following recent upgrade works.

The reserve, home to Newport Storm FC, had two new LED lighting poles installed to make training and competition more accessible.

Fencing behind the goals was also added to improve safety between the soccer pitch and children’s play space.

The upgrades were made possible with a $200,000 contribution from the Victorian Government, and a further $50,000 from Hobsons Bay City Council.

The reserve’s upgrades were officially unveiled on 22 November, with Mayor Diana Grima joined by colleagues Deputy Mayor Lisa Bentley and Crs Kristin Bishop and Rayane Hawli, as well as Member for Williamstown, the Honourable Melissa Horne MP and Newport Storm club members and officials.

“These upgrades are a big win for everyone that uses Bond Reserve,” Mayor Grima said.

“The fencing will allow users to spend more time enjoying the outdoors with a ball at their feet, rather than chasing runaway soccer balls.”