SEYMOUR could be in line for upgrades if the Liberals and Nationals win the upcoming state election, with Kings Park Reserve to be upgraded for $3.9 million if elected.
The upgrade would feature a new cafeteria, club changerooms, an office space, an event space, a bar and upgraded facilties.
State Member for Euroa Annabelle Cleeland said Seymour had gone without a proper community space for too long.
“Kings Park is home to many local clubs, including Seymour Lions Football and Netball Club, Riding for the Disabled, Seymour Running Club, Auskick and many others, but Seymour still doesn’t have a town hall or a large community space of its own,” she said.
“I’ve listened to the clubs, and they deserve facilities that are fit for purpose, accessible and built to last.
“This centre will give them change rooms, an office and better sporting facilities, and give the whole town a place to hold events and come together.
“After the floods, we also know how important it is that community infrastructure is resilient and ready when people need it most.”
In a separate release, Seymour Football Netball Club hailed the announcement and said it would be a big change for the facility.
“This would be absolutely transformative for our club and for the entire Kings Park precinct,” Seymour FNC president Peter Elliott said.
“Kings Park is the home of the Seymour Lions, but it is much more than a football and netball venue. It is a place where our community comes together, and facilities of this standard would allow it to fulfil that role in a way it simply cannot at the moment.
“For our club, modern change rooms, better social and event facilities and dedicated administration space would make an enormous difference to our players, volunteers, members, supporters and visiting clubs.
“Importantly, this is bigger than the Seymour Football Netball Club. Investment in Kings Park creates opportunities for the many sporting and community groups that use the precinct and gives Seymour a facility capable of hosting larger community events and bringing people together.
“We have a proud club with a long history and a strong future, and this commitment would provide infrastructure that can serve generations of Seymour people to come.
“Community sporting clubs are about far more than what happens on the field or court. They are places where friendships are formed, volunteers contribute, families connect and people feel part of their community.
“Having modern, accessible and fit-for-purpose facilities is critical to making sure we can continue providing that environment.
