Casey City on Tuesday, February 11, announced the Pearcedale Recreation Reserve is now home to a new pavilion and netball courts, following an extensive redevelopment project.
Mayor, Councillor Stefan Koomen and Cranbourne Gardens Ward Councillor Michelle Crowther were joined by Minister Harriet Shing MP; MLA for Bass Jordan Crugnale MP; and members of the Pearcedale Football Netball Club, Pearcedale Netball Club, Pearcedale Cricket Club and Pearcedale Baxter Junior Football Club to officially open the new facilities.
“The Pearcedale Recreation Reserve has always been the heart of the local community, a place where generations have gathered to play, celebrate, and connect with each other,” Cr Koomen said.
“With this impressive new pavilion and upgraded netball facilities, we’ve created a space that will continue to foster community connections, build lasting friendships, and provide a strong sense of belonging for many more generations to come.”
The old pavilion was demolished and redeveloped into a new, contemporary building with a community room, kitchen, four changerooms with unisex amenities, a first-aid room and umpires’ rooms and storage space. Outside, the existing netball courts were transformed, with two new courts installed, as well as player’s shelters and lighting.
The project also included an upgrade to the road network, landscaping and the installation of The Ovals, a stunning public art series by Jonathan Thompson and Mark Cuthbertson.
The council contributed $2.4 million towards the pavilion and a further $800,000 to the netball facilities. The project was further supported by the State Government whose contribution was instrumental in bringing this vision to life.
