It is wonderful to see numerous new projects being completed or in process in the Keysborough Ward.
Earlier this year the new Frederick Wachter Reserve playground was opened to the community and has since provided much enjoyment to the local children.
In April, Council sought community feedback on the new informal recreation area planned for Frederick Wachter Reserve. This consultation has just closed and is currently being reviewed before Council decides what to include. This project is part of the Frederick Wachter Reserve Master Plan.
In the meantime, further works in Keysborough include new sports ground lighting systems at both Frederick Wachter Reserve and the Rowley Allan Reserve on Cheltenham Road at a cost of approximately $380,000 each.
The lighting systems had reached the end of their useful serviceable life and no longer meet the Australian Standards required for the level of sport played at both reserves. The recently installed lighting systems comply with the current Australian standards for Australian Rules Football community competition level sport.
The lighting installations were completed earlier this year with testing and commissioning completed in late March in time for the current winter football season. The new lights will ensure that the clubs have the best possible lighting levels in order to train and play safely. I will continue to advocate for funding to improve Keysborough and ensure our reserves become wonderful sporting and recreational parks for the community to enjoy for many years down the track.
On other exciting news, during May we saw the steel frame (Phase 1) of the Keysborough South Community Hub being erected. Situated on the corner of Chapel and Villiers Road, the hub will include a range of services, programs, and flexible meeting spaces. The project is due to be completed later this year.
Please contact me any at tim.dark@cgd.vic.go or phone 0466 403 919.
