1. Introduction NSW Importance of football

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1 MAY 2015 MEETING THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH A REPORT TO THE NSW GOVERNMENT OUTLINING A FACILITIES INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTION FOR FOOTBALL MAY 2015

2 Contents 1. Introduction NSW Importance of football Season Participation Highlights Population growth and the facilities gap Current state of facilities Facilities investment Regional centres Amenities upgrades Synthetic surfaces Alternative use Funding partnerships...19 APPENDIX List of Priority Facility Developments...20 MAY 2015

3 1. Introduction Football is the most popular sport in NSW with 765,000 participants, and a registered player base 22% larger than all other football codes combined It s a sport for all ages, with 21% of children aged 5-14 playing football in NSW, a greater number than the other winter outdoor sports combined, eg AFL, rugby league, rugby union, netball and hockey. Almost one-quarter of registered players, some 64,000, are female. Football faces real challenges at all levels of the game to access enough facilities of the right quality to play, especially in regional areas. The football community is reliant on facilities that are largely provided by Local Councils, who own, maintain and develop sites and their facilities. Many of these are over-used, in poor condition and demand often outstrips supply. Significant investment is required to improve the quality and quantity of facilities to maintain current playing numbers, and this situation will worsen as the population continues to grow. Facilities not only enable growth in the game, they also enable broader community development. Ensuring communities have adequate spaces where people can actively and safely engage in sport and recreation can provide improved social, health, educational and cultural outcomes for all. Investment in football facilities infrastructure is vital to ensure these benefits continue, and help the State Government achieve a number of its goals as outlined in the ten year plan NSW This report identifies the areas where facilities are lacking, where on a regional level the population isn t being serviced, and proposes a wish list of facilities infrastructure needs to assist the NSW Government in its long-term planning and investment program through the Rebuilding NSW plan. MAY 2015 PG 3

4 2. NSW 2021 NSW 2021: A plan to make NSW number one is the state government s 10-year plan to rebuild the economy, provide quality services, renovate infrastructure and strengthen the local environment and communities. NSW 2021 is a plan for change with 32 goals and 180 targets, and the government is working with community and business to respond to the challenges and opportunities faced, and to achieve the goals that have been set. The plan will provide Football with the opportunity to align its activities with those of the State Government, assisting in the meeting of goals in a number of key areas. KEEPING PEOPLE HEALTHY & OUT OF HOSPITAL ENHANCE CULTURAL, CREATIVE, SPORTING & RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES REDUCE OVERWEIGHT & OBESITY RATES IMPROVE OUTCOMES IN MENTAL HEALTH MAKE IT EASIER FOR PEOPLE TO BE INVOLVED IN THEIR COMMUNITIES HEALTH COMMUNITIES EDUCATION POLICE & JUSTICE IMPROVE EDUCATION & LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR ALL STUDENTS PREVENT & REDUCE THE LEVEL OF RE-OFFENDING PREVENT & REDUCE THE LEVEL OF CRIME Football s appeal as the most popular sport in NSW makes it a vehicle to support the development of healthy and inclusive communities, providing improved social, health, educational and cultural outcomes for all. PG 4 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

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6 3. Importance of Football The World Game of football is Australia s most popular sport with 1.96 million participants ACROSS THE NATION NSW is the biggest state, containing some 765,000, or 39% of the total. There are more than 291,000 registered players in NSW, and one in every 25 residents a registered player. Football is by far the most popular sport in the State, with 22% more players across the state than the other NSW football codes of rugby league, rugby union and AFL combined. Rest of Australia 61% NSW 39% nsw player stats compared Registered Outdoor Players 255,717 AFL NSW 72,960 Rugby League 96,041 Rugby Union 42,000 Cricket NSW 108,000 Netball NSW 112,401 Tennis NSW 41,405 FNSW has 22% more players across the state than other NSW football codes combined PG 6 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

7 3.1 Season Participation Highlights TOTAL PARTICIPANTS 364,616 growth on last year 5% participant breakdown OUTDOOR 255,717 players clubs coaches referees volunteers 332, ,127 5,663 11,703 summer 28, YRS 35.8% YRS 31.4% 18+ YRS 32.8% futsal 7,590 GENDER PROFILE MALE 78% female 22% 4,112 indigenous 3,313 with a disability school 40,400 MAY 2015 PG 7

8 Football is a game for all ages, from Under 6s to Over 45s, with 58% of players aged 5-14, and 31% playing all age senior football. Female participants represent 22% of the 291,000 registered players. In NSW 21% of all children aged 5-14 play football, a greater number than the other winter outdoor sports combined eg AFL, rugby league, rugby union, netball and hockey. 39% play modified or small sided games PG 8 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

9 Football is played by young and old, the whole year round. From MiniRoos for U6s to eleven-a-side for adults on full size pitches, to indoor Futsal and Summer football. It s a game the whole family can play 12 months a year. The reach of football extends into the broader community, with a number of programs in the State aimed at encouraging participation and inclusiveness for all. Football4All develops special needs football programs offering skills, drills, activities and modified games designed especially for players with a disability, and creates a support network for volunteers, coaches, parents and players involved in special needs football. The Indigenous Football Development Program aims to provide increased football resources, reduce the barriers and increase participation opportunities in the local community. The recent successful Nations of Origin tournament helps promote reconciliation within communities by engaging Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and people of non-aboriginal decent. The importance of football can be seen in the many benefits it offers to: Develop education, skills and values that build personal, social and leadership capability that can lead to reduced crime, health, safety, education and social risks. Promote healthy and active lifestyles through regular physical activity reducing health risks to individuals. Football can play a big part in reducing overweight and obesity rates in children and adults. Promote inclusivity and grow communities to foster community based mentoring reducing cultural, gender and socio-economic barriers. MAY 2015 PG 9

10 3.2 Population Growth and the Facilities Gap The population of NSW is 7.2 million. By 2056 it is estimated that it will grow to 10.2 million. The Greater Sydney region alone comprises 64% of the population and will account for the majority of future growth, seeing it almost double from 4.6 million to 7 million. WESTERN 4.2% NNSWF 16% In NSW, there is state average of one pitch per 3,545 head of population and 125 players per pitch. There are significant local variations to these ratios, but they provide the current Statewide benchmark. Population Growth - NSW (Millions) The following extrapolation provides an indication as to the extent of new pitches required and the associated facilities needed to meet this demand: NSW Population currently 7.2 million Estimated 8.4 million by 2026 (17% increase in 12 years) or the equivalent of 339 new pitches will be required (equating to 28 new pitches per year) Estimated 10.2 million by 2056 (42% increase in 42 years) or the equivalent of 846 new pitches will be required (equating to 20 new pitches per year) RIVERINA 2.5% METRO 73.9% SOUTHERN 3.4% Football NSW Metropolitan Football NSW Regional & Northern NSW Football by 2056 it is estimated the population of nsw will be 10.2 million PG 10 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

11 3.3 Current State of Facilities Across the associations, zones and clubs in NSW, there are 917 sites at which football is played that include 2,031 pitches, the vast majority of which are natural turf. These facilities are largely provided by local Councils, who own, maintain and develop sites and their amenities. The facility challenges faced by rural, regional and metropolitan associations, zones and clubs are varied and unique. Some are in high growth areas that provide open space for new facilities. Some are within highly urbanised areas that have limited free space. Some are running at full capacity of their facilities and are turning players away, whilst others have capacity to meet demand but need to renovate and redevelop facilities that have reached the practical end of their life. current TYPE 99.5% of pitches are natural turf artificial pitches existing/ near completion QUANTITY 917 sites 2031 pitches CONDITION 39% good 52% fair 9% poor site characteristics KEY ISSUES 38% have drainage issues 34% have no irrigation 54% are not fenced 96% have no undercover seats 34% have no change rooms 17% have inadequate change rooms 43% have no female/unisex change rooms exclusive use of pitches 25% are not shared with other sports 67% shared with a summer sport 25% are shared with a winter sport Facilities are recognised as a key factor in keeping and attracting players by providing spaces that not only enable play, but also inspire people to play. Current trends in relation to facilities go some way to highlight the urgent support required to continue to provide for the people of NSW. MAY 2015 PG 11

12 Membership surveys have highlighted the challenges currently related to facilities, and the major needs of participants include: Well maintained grass turf grounds Floodlighting that can allow night games and extensive training Synthetic grass options for inclement weather and to increase playing hours Toilets that are easily accessible Changing facilities that cater for men and women By meeting these needs, and providing more Appropriate Facilities, participants will be able to play football more consistently throughout the year in safe and inviting settings, hopefully leading to long-term engagement with the sport, and the associated health benefits. PG 12 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

13 4. Facilities Investment To ensure that the game s future facilities needs are met, and there is continued participation growth in football and long-term engagement, we propose the development of facilities infrastructure in four key areas. BOWLING GREENS TENNIS COURTS HOME OF FOOTBALL MULTIPLE PITCHES 1. Regional centres 2. Amenities upgrades 3. Synthetic surfaces INDOOR HALLS ALTERNATIVE USE REGIONAL CENTRES GALA DAYS & STATE TITLES 4. Alternative use ALL WEATHER PLAY SYNTHETIC SURFACES AMENITIES UPGRADES CLUB HOUSES & CANTEENS HIGH QUALITY SURFACE INCREASED PLAYING HOURS TOILETS & CHANGE ROOMS LIGHTING PLAYING SURFACES MAY 2015 PG 13

14 4.1 Regional Centres REGIONAL CENTRES The development of regional centres for football associations and zones will provide improved home grounds for these organisations, and a focal point for the sport in the area. They will normally comprise a complex containing several good quality pitches, quality lighting suitable for nighttime competition and training, amenity blocks, a club house, access to PA systems, canteen and good quality grass or synthetic surfaces. They might also contain covered areas for spectators. The development of these facilities enables the regional association or zone to host state titles, large gala days, talent training camps, and regional finals days. They would also be regularly used by local clubs, and located centrally to local schools and can be easily accessed. Glen Willow Stadium, Mudgee PG 14 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

15 4.2 Amenities Upgrades AMENITIES UPGRADES The upgrading of amenities at existing venues can cover a number of different projects, but all can result in a significant improvement of facilities and increased participation rates and enjoyment by all sectors of the community. Playing surfaces The quality and durability of a pitch s playing surface is key to the enjoyment of the game. Over-use, poor drainage or inadequate irrigation can increase susceptibility to damage affecting the quality of a natural turf pitch, leading to its closure during poor weather, or its wearing out before the end of the season. Improvements such as the installation of drainage or irrigation systems can dramatically improve the quality of a grass football pitch, leading to a better playing experience for players and referees, and for a relatively small investment. Lighting Lights are a very important element of a football facility, and a simple but effective way to improve the quality of a large number of facilities. As a predominantly winter sport, football matches are generally played on the weekends during daylight, but training has to take place on weekday nights when there s no daylight saving and it s dark. Lights enable a ground to be used for training, and all teams from junior to senior can train two or three times a week in safety. The lighting of training-specific pitches and areas also allows for the preservation of main playing pitches, and prevents their deterioration. The upgrading of existing lights can also have huge benefits, eg allowing matches to be played at night, and easing scheduling difficulties on over-subscribed pitches. MAY 2015 PG 15

16 Change rooms and toilets A seemingly fundamental requirement for any football facility, yet 34% of existing football grounds do not have change rooms; of grounds that do have change rooms, 17% are considered inadequate; and 43% of existing football grounds do not have unisex or women s change room facilities. It is a basic health requirement to provide suitable toilets (male, female and disabled) at a public gathering place such as a football ground, but often these facilities are totally inadequate for the number of players, referees, coaches, officials and fans who regularly attend matches at the weekend. Adding and upgrading change rooms and toilets, particularly to accommodate the growing popularity of women s football and the legislative requirements to provide accessible facilities, is a focus for facilities infrastructure development. Clubhouses and canteens Clubhouses and canteens are basic elements of a football club, yet a key to fostering a sense of community among participants. They provide the infrastructure to store equipment, serve food and beverages, conduct administration and provide a home for the club where memorabilia and awards can be displayed, and club members can meet and be social. For many clubs, canteen takings represent a most significant part of their annual income, and can be crucial to their survival. The availability of food and drink to players, officials and fans on matchdays, also greatly improves the football experience and is an added benefit to the community. In essence a football club cannot really be a club until it has a clubhouse and this is an important quality measure of football facilities. More sophisticated clubs have bars and restaurants, but generally for grassroots football as simple structure is all that is required. PG 16 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

17 4.3 Synthetic Surfaces SYNTHETIC SURFACES A synthetic surface can be played on intensively and extensively throughout all weather conditions This can significantly increase the number of active people within a community. This supports the achievement of improved social, health, environmental and economic benefits for the community. The installation of a synthetic surface at a football facility can have wide-ranging benefits, including the provision of: High quality and consistent surfaces to support skills development and play Improved participants physical health and conditioning as they can play more often on a safer surface A more tolerant surface to adverse weather conditions that requires little or no irrigation and can be used as a water catchment facility to aid irrigation Over a 10 year period, it s estimated a synthetic pitch can be 56% more cost efficient per hour of use than a natural grass surface due its utilisation capability Lower comparative maintenance requirements which can reduce ownership costs Increased intensity of use by up to three times that of natural turf supporting increased participation rates and revenue opportunities Increased intensity of use can also support use by other sports on the same pitch, improving amenity for the wider sporting community. MAY 2015 PG 17

18 4.4 Alternative Use ALTERNATIVE USE The development of alternative sites for use by football can help meet the growing demand for the sport, and increase participation rates. Indoor halls, tennis courts, bowling greens and other open spaces can be suitable for training for 11-a-side football, or training and competition for small-sided, futsal or 6-a-side. The conversion of an alternative site to a synthetic surface can also improve amenities for the whole community, with numerous sports able to play and train on the same venue. School playing fields are also a potential shared-use facility with football. Willis Park Recreation Centre, Castle Cove PG 18 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

19 5. Funding Partnerships Funding of facilities infrastructure projects has to come from the development of a number of partnerships with key stakeholders in the game. Some football associations and zones have built development funds through contributions from their members, and this is a model being investigated by football s governing bodies across their entire membership to help fund facility projects for the benefit of all. The involvement of government at Federal, State and Local levels is critical to the development of football facilities in the State, and the importance of existing funding from the NSW Government in the form of the Participation and Facility Program, Community Building Partnership and ClubGrants scheme cannot be over-stated. The news that the NSW Government has increased its commitment to the Sports and Cultural Infrastructure Fund to at least $1.2 billion is hugely significant for football in the State. While it is understood some $600 million of that amount would be spent on three major stadia in Sydney, there are over 900 football venues in the State, and a majority are in need of re-development or refurbishment. The investment of relatively modest amounts in these facilities would significantly improve the experience for players, referees, coaches and spectators alike, and provide farranging positive outcomes for whole communities. By keeping the grassroots healthy, the benefits can transcend football. Football NSW and Northern NSW Football have conducted an extensive audit of these facilities, in conjunction with their Associations, Zones and Clubs, and have identified the following projects as priorities. We present these grouped by State Electoral District, and look forward to discussing these projects with the Government in due course. MAY 2015 PG 19

20 Albury SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Albury City Council Albury Wodonga FC HQ, South Albury (old Italo/Australian Club owned by association) Albury Wodonga Football Association Resurface ground at back of building to use as Rep training hub. Refurbish indoor bocce courts (training facility) The old Italo/Australian club currently has basic facilties that are underutilised. Improvements would mean the Albury Association could use the venue as a training centre of excellence for the region. Early stages. $100,000 Refurbish change rooms Total: $400,000 Albury City Council Glenn Park, Albury Boomers FC Female change rooms Change rooms and lights are needed for the safety of all users, particularly females. Talking with $300,000 Lighting Total: $450,000 Albury City Council Jelbart Park West, Lavington Albury United Soccer Club Amenities block (clubhouse, change rooms/toilets) Change rooms and lights are needed for the safety of all users, particularly females. Albury Council is working with club. $590,000 Lighting Total: $740,000 Albury City Council Melrose Park, Albury Melrose FC Upgrade change rooms (for females) Upgraded change rooms and lights are needed for the safety of all users, particularly females. Unknown $200,000 Lighting $80,000 Total: $280,000 Albury City Council Alexandra Park, East Albury St Pats FC Lighting This is one of the few grounds where the playing surface is not in a good condition. Club working with Albury City Upgrade fields Total: $300,000 PG 20 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

21 Albury SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Albury City Council Aloysius Park, South Albury St Pats FC, Hotspurs FC Lighting Lighting is needed for night training. In consultation with Albury Council Upgrade change rooms Total: $300,000 Auburn SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Parramatta Melita Stadium, Sefton Parramatta FC The establishment of a Home of Football for Granville & Districts Soccer Football Association, and a significant improvement in the facilities used by National Premier League side Parramatta FC (men s and women s), including: There is no synthetic surface in this SED and the facilities are run down and in need of replacement/refurbishment. Development proposal has been lodged with the NSW Office of Sport. Club is seeking funding with Parramatta New synthetic surface $1,200,000 Convert existing change rooms into administrative offices $500,000 New amenities block $590,000 Perimeter fencing $200,000 Car park resealed Total: $2,640,000 MAY 2015 PG 21

22 Auburn SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Auburn Wilson Park, Silverwater Newington Gunners FC Resurface Ground is poor. Amenities block needed for females and males. Unknown Amenities block $300,000 Total: $450,000 Auburn Webbs Avenue, Auburn Auburn FC Synthetic surface A synthetic surface would increase the intensity of use to three times its current rate. Had meetings with Auburn Council $1,200,000 Perimeter fencing $80,000 Total: $1,280,000 Ballina SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Ballina Crawford Park, Alstonville Alstonville FC Lack of adequate disabled access to grounds and clubhouse. Concrete path from public access/car park to clubhouse. Estimated at 200 metres. Subject to Ballina Shire Council requirements. $0 $30,000 Ballina Crawford Park, Alstonville Alstonville FC Drainage work from Carpark encompassing Field 2. Subject to Ballina Shire Council requirements. $0 $40,000 Ballina Crawford Park, Alstonville Alstonville FC Improved ground Lighting limiting playing conditions. Upgrade to 100 lux. Existing poles likely adequate. Subject to Ballina Shire Council requirements. $0 $25,000 PG 22 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

23 Balmain SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Leichhardt Waterfront Drive (Callan Park), Lilyfield Balmain DFC (share with Balmain Cricket Club) Lighting Club is one of the largest in NSW. Maintenance is self funded until now but it s draining the club s finances. Discussions with Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority (which controls the two oval field). Resurface/irrigation Lighting and resurface would revitalise venue. Cricket nets (to allow more use of football field) $10,000 Total: $310,000 Sydney Wentworth Park, Ultimo Balmain FC Soccer Club Synthetic surface Shared with Oz tag. High traffic. A synthetic surface would increase the intensity of use to three times its current rate. Talks being sought with Sydney Council $1,200,000 Bankstown SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Bankstown Jensen Park, Regents Park Bankstown City FC Grandstand After losing players to other areas due to lack of facilities, numbers are growing again. This ground could be a community hub. Bankstown Neville Reserve, Bass Hill Irrigation upgrade 2017/18 $130,000 Community hub Unfunded $700,000 Fascade upgrade 2017/18 $65,000 Total: $1,045,000 Spears Sports Club New clubroom and storage Urgent need of new facilities. 2014/15 $200,000 MAY 2015 PG 23

24 Bankstown SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Bankstown The Crest, Georges Hall Bankstown Sports Strikers FC and Spears Sports Club Refurbish kiosk Minor work here would make a big difference. 2015/16 $35,000 Clubhouse roof & gutter replacement 2017/18 $30,000 Bankstown Jim Ring Reserve, Birrong Birrong SC Lighting upgrade Lights needed for night training. 2016/17 $250,000 Bankstown Middleton Park, Yagoona Bankstown Dragons FC Fascade & external surrounds upgrade Condition generally fair but venue needs a facelift. 2015/16 $100,000 Bankstown O Neill Park, Yagoona Yagoona Lions FC Change room upgrade & lack of disabled facilities Amenties block is run down and needs upgrade to accommodate females and players with disabilities. 2016/17 $30,000 Barwon SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Gilgandra Ernie Knight Oval, Gilgandra Gilgandra Soccer Club Toilets Decent amenities are needed for all players, particularly growing number of females. No funds from Gilgandra $200,000 Clubhouse/canteen $600,000 Lighting Total: $950,000 Lachlan Tottenham Sports Ground, Tottenham Tottenham Soccer Club Irrigation The playing surface is currently in poor condition. Talks being sought with Lachlan $100,000 New permanent goalposts $20,000 Seating $80,000 Total: $200,000 PG 24 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

25 Barwon SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Narrabri Cook Oval Wee Waa United Football Club Cook oval is in urgent need of top dressing and re seeding. Recent drought conditions have opened major cracks in the surface of the playing fields which pose a risk to player safety. An upgrade to fields will also assist Junior League. Bourke Coolican Field (Davidson Oval), Bourke Bourke Permanent canteen Club currently unable to provide this service to patrons. Working with Bourke $500,000 Narrabri Coonabarabran Soccer Club Coonabarabran Soccer Club Club s priority is the installation of high fencing adjacent to the Castlereagh river. There is an obvious safety issue here as well as the irritation of continually losing balls which end up in the river. The Club is working with Council on this project in greater detail. $50,000 $50,000 Bogan Frank Smith Oval, Nyngan Nyngan Junior Soccer Club Canteen While grounds are in decent condition, other facilities are in need of upgrade. To be determined. $500,000 Lighting Parking Seating $60,000 Total: $860,000 Narrabri Gately Field, Narrabri Narrabri Soccer Club The fields have no lighting amenities and the addition of lighting will enable the Club to conduct summer competitions and training during the winter months leading to growth and developing of football in the region. Field Lighting will provide greater scheduling flexibility. Council owned facility. Council is supportive of the lighting project, has approved the specifications of the lights, offered to install the poles and would work with the Club to oversight the development. $50,000 $50,000 Moree Plains Ron Harborne Oval, Moree Moree Junior Soccer Club The existing changerooms and canteen amenities are in need of upgrading. The fields are used during the week by School groups, as well as Netball, Soccer and Hockey on weekends. Ideally, additional toilet amenities are required in both the boys and girls change rooms. The canteen requires stainless steel benches for food preparation. Additional storage facilities within the complex would of benefit. The facilities are Council owned and managed and predominantly used by Junior Football, Hockey and Netball. Equipment storage is via container separate from amenities block. $140,000 $140,000 MAY 2015 PG 25

26 Barwon SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Cobar Shire Council Ward Oval, Cobar Cobar Junior Soccer Club Clubhouse and storage (currently a shipping container) The club can t operate out of a shipping container and Council is trying to help. Cobar Council has offered $20,000 but a decent facility would cost considerably more. $300,000 Warren Shire Council Warren Shire Grounds, Warren Warren Storage Like many of these remote venues, grounds are OK but support facilities need an upgrade. Talks with Warren Shire $30,000 Canteen $500,000 Fencing $80,000 Improved parking $100,000 Total: $680,000 Bathurst SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Bathurst Regional Loco Oval, Bathurst Bathurst Base Allstars FC Lighting Better amenities are needed for all users, particularly females. Talks being sought with Bathurst $80,000 Clubhouse $300,000 Toilets $200,000 Total: $580,000 PG 26 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

27 Bathurst SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Lithgow Marjorie Jackson Sporting Fields, Lithgow Lithgow DFA, Workies Redbacks FC, Lithgow City Rangers, Thistle FC, Blackheath FC, Wallerang FC Lighting to allow training at night The main sporting fields for all football competition in Lithgow. Upgrading these amenities will benefit the wider community. Working with Lithgow Toilets/change rooms $300,000 Clubhouse/canteen $500,000 Total: $950,000 Bathurst Regional Police Paddock, Bathurst Macquarie United FC Better grass surface Ground condition is currently poor. Lighting and fencing is needed for night training and safety. Unknown Drainage $50,000 Lighting Fencing $80,000 Total: $430,000 Bathurst Regional Proctor Park, Gormans Hill Macquarie United FC + various clubs, and Bathurst DFA The establishment of a Home of Football for Bathurst District Football Association includes: A Home of Football would benefit not only Bathurst but the region around it. This is a high priority for FNSW. In discussion with Council and State member. Stage One: New synthetic surface Field No.1 $1,200,000 Sealing of main car park $540,000 Total: $1,740,000 Stage Two: Development grandstand (including amenities) $3,000,000 Spectator mounding $300,000 Security fencing $37,500 Total: $3,537,500 MAY 2015 PG 27

28 Bathurst SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Blayney Redmond Oval, Millthorpe Millthorpe Tigers Senior Soccer Club Irrigation Playing surface is in need of an upgrade. Talks with Blayney $100,000 Drainage $50,000 Better grass surface Canteen $500,000 Total: $900,000 Bathurst Regional All Saints College, Bathurst All Saints College Toilets/change rooms Improved amenities are needed for all users, particularly females. Unknown $300,000 Irrigation $50,000 Total: $350,000 Baulkham Hills SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Blacktown Crestwood Reserve, Baulkham Hills St Michael s SC New amenities block (clubhouse, toilets, canteen) For the safety and females and males who use this ground a new amenties block and better surface are needed. No plans. Talks sought with Blacktown $590,000 Resurface Total: $740,000 The Hills North Rocks Park, Carlingford North Rocks FC Resurface Field is in poor condition. Seeking the help of The Hills PG 28 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

29 Baulkham Hills SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING The Hills Eric Mobbs Recreational Reserve, Castle Hill Castle Hill RSL, St Bernadette s Better grass surface Venue is in need of an overhaul. Working with Fencing $80,000 Clubhouse $500,000 Total: $830,000 Bega SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Eurobodalla Bodalla Oval, Bodalla Bodalla Soccer Club, Narooma, Moruya Swans, Narooma/Bodalla, Moruya Blue, Broulee, Bodalla Gold, Bodalla Green Better grass surface With high traffic on this venue, the playing surface needs improvement. Seeking talks with Eurobodalla Fencing $80,000 Drainage $50,000 Total: $280,000 Bega Valley Colombo Park, Bemboka Bemboka, Bemboka Braves, Merimbula Better grass surface As well as playing conditions, a clubhouse incorporating new amenities is needed for all users, particularly females. No funding Lighting Clubhouse $500,000 Total: $800,000 MAY 2015 PG 29

30 Bega SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Bega Valley Eden Soccer Club, Eden Eden Killer Whales, Eden, Pambula, Bega, Mallacoota, Tathra, Wolumla New amenities block Used by various clubs, a new amenities block is needed for all users, particularly females. Working with Bega valley $590,000 Eurobodalla Gundary Oval, Moruya Moruya FC, Batemans Bay, Bodalla, Broulee, Clyde United, Cobargo, Moruya Blue, Moruya Royal, Moruya Swans, Narooma New Clubhouse Current building is old and floodprone. Unknown $500,000 Bega Valley Pambula Recreation Ground, Pambula Pambula United Football Club, Pambula, Eden, Mallacoota, Bega, Merimbula. Lighting Upgrade is needed to service high traffic of games and training. None from council. Better grass surface Irrigation $100,000 Total: $400,000 Eurobodalla Kyla Park, Tuross Head Various Change rooms/toilets Possible new home of Football for Eurobodalla FA. Unknown $300,000 PG 30 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

31 Blacktown SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Blacktown Marayong Park, Marayong Blacktown Premier Spurs FC Lighting (urgent need) Lighting would allow players to train at night and make a safer environment. Amenities improvements would benefit all users, particularly females. No plans in. Talks being sought with Blacktown Clubhouse/amenities upgrade $200,000 Total: $350,000 Blacktown Lynwood Park, Blacktown Kings Langley SFC Equipment shed Currently facility is inadequate. Offered by Blacktown $30,000 Blue Mountains SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Blue Mountains Gloria Park, Hazelbrook Hazelbrook FC Better grass surface Current state of the playing surface is poor. Shelter for safety and convenience. Talks sought with Seating, shelter $80,000 Total: $230,000 Blue Mountains Lawson Oval, Lawson Hazelbrook FC Covered seating For safety and convenience. No council funding. $120,000 MAY 2015 PG 31

32 Cabramatta SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Fairfield Irelands Bridge Reserve, Lansvale Colo Colo FC Better grass surface Safety is a priority for the players who use this venue. Talks with Fairfield Council being sought. $100,000 Fencing $80,000 Clubhouse $200,000 Total: $380,000 Camden SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Liverpool W.V. Scott Memorial Park, Austral Austral Soccer Club Parking This venue is already overused and needs these facilities to cater for growing numbers. Unknown Resurface Lighting $80,000 Total: $380,000 Camden Belgenny Reserve Camden Falcons FC Improved grass surface Club is concerned for players safety on and off the field. Working with Camden Lighting $120,000 Improved amenities $50,000 Total: $320,00 Liverpool Bringelly Reserve, Bringelly Bringelly FC Irrigation/better grass surface The current state of playing surface is poor. Talks being sought with Liverpool Parking $100,000 Total: $250,000 PG 32 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

33 Camden SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Camden Liquidamber Reserve Narellan Rangers SC Better grass surface Plans to level the field for player safety. Some funding from Camden Fencing $80,000 Total: $230,000 Camden Nott Oval, Narellan Narellan Rangers SC Improved lighting Improvements to lighting and amenities block required for user safety. Plans in to Camden Discussion with Camden Council continuing. Upgrade toilets, change rooms $300,000 Total: $450,000 Canterbury SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Canterbury Beaman Park, Earlwood Hurlstone Park Wanderers FC Upgrade clubhouse, change rooms, canteen In an area where football continues to grow, currently facilities are not adequate. Trying to engage Canterbury $250,000 Canterbury Ewen Park, Hurlstone Park Hurlstone Park Wanderers FC New change rooms (urgent) Change rooms are a priority to make location safe for females and males who use the venue. Discussions with Canterbury $300,000 Lighting Canteen $100,000 Total: $550,000 MAY 2015 PG 33

34 Canterbury SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Canterbury Rudd Park, Belfield Belmore Eagles FC Lighting (urgent) This venue is run down and overused. In urgent need of refurbishment. Working with Canterbury Upgrade toilets/change rooms Storage $30,000 Drainage $50,000 Goal posts $30,000 Total: $410,000 Canterbury Hughes Park, Earlwood Earlwood Wanderers Better grass surface Current state of playing surface is poor. Unknown Parking Total: $300,000 Cessnock SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Cessnock Baddeley Park, Cessnock Cessnock United Football Club Install lighting poles and lights. Lighting inadequate cannot play competition games at night, and training is restricted due to poor lighting. Current lighting belongs to hockey facilities. No quotes available at this stage. CUFC is the fastest growing football club in the Cessnock LGA. We provide support and coaching to children registered as special needs players. $0 $350,000 Cessnock Baddeley Park, Cessnock Cessnock United Football Club Issues with drainage on top field. Games continually washed out affecting player participation activity. $0 $60,000 Cessnock Baddeley Park, Cessnock Cessnock United Football Club Install CCTV. Security is a continual problem CCTV would provide greater protection of stored resources as well as grounds, and provide better security during after-dark training sessions. $0 $30,000 PG 34 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

35 Cessnock SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Cessnock Carmichael Park, Bellbird Bellbird Junior Football Club Additional lighting poles for two playing grounds. This restricts the playing time and area of our teams to train. The oval is also used by other users who would also benefit from the additional lighting. Quotation have not been sort nor a DA prepared until expression of interest has proceeded. $0 $120,000 Singleton Howe Park Singleton Strikers Football Club Change rooms inadequate to meet current & future needs. Poor Referees facilities. No segregated Women s facilities. No Clubhouse for Club functions or a place to call home. Completion of Stage 2 of the Howe Park Development Project. This includes new changerooms, new referees facilities, and a Club house. The Club has approximately $100,000 to contribute. Plus in kind donations which will further offset costs. Plans have been drawn up and stakeholders (Local Council, Singleton Sports Council, NNSWF, State Government) have all been included in discussions on the Development Plan. $400,000 Lake Macquarie City Council Taylor Park, Barnsley Barnsley FC Drainage of full field & disabled toilet required Games continually washed out affecting player participation activity. No access to toilets for the disabled. No funding applied for but club can contribute. $0 $60,000 Cessnock Turner Park, Aberdare Hunter Hawks SAP Upgrade/resurface main field. Excessive growth of weeds. Tufts affecting ball movement and player stability. $0 $250,000 Cessnock Turner Park, Aberdare Hunter Hawks SAP Build Clubhouse or storage facility to elimate requirement of goals having to be dismantled for storage. At present, all goals need to be dismantled for storage after training and games, and erected again prior to next training/game. $0 $100,000 MAY 2015 PG 35

36 Cessnock SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Cessnock Turner Park, Aberdare Hunter Hawks SAP Terracing and shadecloth to be constructed on hill between upper and lower fields for spectator comfort and to minimize slip hazard. No shaded area or seating facilities for spectators on lower fields. $0 $50,000 Cessnock Weston Park Weston Workers Bears FC Construction of training grounds. This would be a facility that is for both Club and community. Install half pitch synthetic field and security fence. Discussions with council. Grants and partnerships to be sought up to cost of project. DA to be prepared. $400,000 Cessnock Weston Park Weston Workers Bears FC Lighting upgrade Upgrade lighting on main field and training field. Club has $5,000 to contribute towards extra light fitings. Possible dollar for dollar council funding. Grant applications. Fundraising. $15,000 Cessnock Weston Park Weston Workers Bears FC Additional pedestrian / disabled access Install new pathways around perimeter of main playing surface. Club could contribute up to $5,000. Possible dollar for dollar council funding. Grant applications. Fundraising. $30,000 PG 36 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

37 Charlestown SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Newcastle Adamstown Oval 2 & 3 Adamstown Junior Football Club Drainage of 2 full fields Games continually washed out affecting player participation activity. $0 $140,000 Newcastle Adamstown Oval Adamstown Rosebud FC Extension to Existing Grandstand at Adamstown No 1 Ground. Canteen & BBQ area detached, toilets outdated and need upgrading, increase seating capacity etc. To carry out an extension at the back of the existing grandstand behind the media box and over the ground floor dressing sheds and rooms. The room would be used as an auditorium, meeting room, spectator area with amenities and commercial kitchen on either end. Quoting stage only. Club can contribute $25,000 in short term Min grant of $200,000 needed Plans and DA to be prepared. $350,000 Lake Macquarie Andy Bird Field Kahibah FC The club are looking to extend and widen the field of play to accommodate a full field. This will require a cut and fill exercise and laying new turf, drainage and installing a sprinkler system, we will also be improving the lighting. Plans are being created with advice from Lake Macquarie The club has active volunteers engaged to support the development at limited or no expense. Exisiting club house will need to be knocked down and new one built. The current field is too small for our small sided teams growth & it is also too small for full field games restricting our club in utilising the field to its full potential. Our club hosts a fun based development training at no charge for 8-9 year olds and year olds. We will also utilise this field as our premier facility for NEW FM. The field currently has a substantial fall from North to South. The club has a 5 year programme to reinvigorate the ground we have set aside current funds of $50,000 with a fundraising drive to accumulate a further $50,000 over the 5 years a minimum grant of $100,000 required for field enhancement. Clubhouse renewal has not been costed at this stage but expected to be around $720,000. $820,000 Lake Macquarie Harold Knight Oval and Frank Wright Oval Charlestown City Blues FC Build toilet block & changerooms to service two fields used by two separate premier clubs for training. Council has approved project, no DA as yet. $0 $300,000 Lake Macquarie Harold Knight Oval and Frank Wright Oval Kahibah FC Develop 2 new football fields at Harold Knight Oval, encompassing an AFL field as required, complete with a new amenities building, fencing & carparking for 100 cars. Relocating shard path & bridge over the creek. Current facility run down & not used. Currently on Lake Macquarie City Council top 3 projects required for the LGA. To provide training & playing facilities for 2 premier clubs in the area allowing for expansion of those clubs. One club recently promoted and requires upgraded playing facilities to cater for anticipated increase on participants. $0 $2,426,122 MAY 2015 PG 37

38 Charlestown SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Lake Macquarie Holford Oval, Mount Hutton Valentine FC Fencing of field Loss of playing equipment plus 2 creeks either side. No funding applied for but club can contribute. $35,000 Lake Macquarie Kahibah Oval Kahibah FC Install /Upgrade drainage. Poor drainage. Wet Weather affects games being played as scheduled. Inadequate Lighting restricts training times. Club would review capital that it could commit. Plans have been worked through with council and DA. Club has applied for a grant 3 times without success. Funding required between $70,000 -$120,000. $120,000 Lake Macquarie Lisle Carr Oval Charlestown City Blues FC Extend canteen to house all cooking under one roof, improve power supply. Canteen is too small, BBQ has to be conducted outside. No 3-phase power $0 $30,000 Lake Macquarie Lisle Carr Oval Charlestown City Blues FC Improve ground lighting Ground Lighting is over 20 year old and is inefficient. Lighting does not cover warm-up area. $0 $170,000 Clarence SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Richmond Valley Colley Park, Casino Casino RSM Cobras FC Playing surface on field one uneven and subject to dangerous cracking. Engineering works to establish a surface that is even, well drained and subsequently laid with turf. Richmond Valley Council recently approved other works in this sporting precinct. (ie indoor facility). Enhancements of the main football field would be consistent with broader sporting participation and facilities. $0 $100,000 Clarence Valley Council Rushforth Park, South Grafton Grafton City, Majos SC & South Services Upgrade & extend canteen and Referees room. Upgrade amenities block (a separate building) public toilets and change rooms. Clubs believe another full size field is necessary to cater for player numbers. Amenities need to be improved. Building housing the Canteen & Referees room is in a poor state. The three clubs that use this venue are wanting to submit grant applications for funding to develop another field at the venue. $340,000 PG 38 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015

39 Clarence SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Richmond Valley Woodburn Oval, Wagner St, Woodburn Woodburn Wolves FC Canteen current major Health & Safety issue. No running hot water. Existing facility almost unusable. Full re-fit including electrical & plumbing required. Can be achieved by qualified trades people within the club. $0 $25,000 Clarence Valley Council Yamba Sports Complex, Yamba Yamba FC Install drainage to 2 fields. Complete Canteen improvements. Poor drainage. Wet Weather affects games being played as scheduled. Canteen has recently been improved but internal fit out required. $0 $140,000 Coffs Harbour SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Coffs Harbour City Council Ayrshire Park, Boambee Boambee FC Install/Upgrade Drainage. Major work required on field surfaces. Club has already secured a grant to install irrigation system but there are problems with water supply which has delayed work. Poor drainage fields often closed due to wet weather. Irrigation required in dry period. Fields are in very poor condition. Grant applications have recently been submitted for funding to extend amenties block & install a tiered seating area. Awaiting result. $55,000 Coffs Harbour City Council Forsyth Park, Coffs Harbour Coffs City United FC Upgrade lighting. Upgrade amenities public toilets,change rooms and referees room are required. Inadequate Lighting restricts training times and scheduling of fixtures. Amenities block is in very poor condition. Club has recently received a grant to install some additional lights however further improvements will still be required. $62,000 Coffs Harbour City Council Coffs Coast Sports & Leisure Park, Coffs Harbour North Coast Football Develop up to 6 rectangular playing fields including earthworks, drainage, surfaces, lighting & amenities to provide training & playing facilities for Football, Rugby League & Rugby Union. Construct a new administration building catering for various sports possibly leading to the development of a centre of excellence on this site. Northern NSW Football is looking to establish a home for their North Coast Football operations with a training & playing base to facilitate Northern NSW Football's investment in developing the sport. $0 $3,600,908 MAY 2015 PG 39

40 Coffs Harbour SED (con t) COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Coffs Harbour City Council High St Fields, Woolgoolga Woolgoolga United FC Light poles need to be higher and current wooden poles will have to be replaced with metal poles. More lights need to be installed to allow evening fixtures to be played. Inadequate Lighting restricts scheduling of fixtures. Poor drainage on lower fields affects MiniRoos games being played as scheduled. $0 $120,000 Coffs Harbour City Council Toormina Oval, Sawtell Sawtell FC Extension to current amenities block additional public toilets, referees room and larger canteen area needed. Poor standard of amenities to cater for a very large club. Upgrade urgently required. $0 $125,000 Coffs Harbour City Council York St Fields, Coffs Harbour Northern Storm FC Upgrade current lighting. Inadequate Lighting restricts scheduling of fixtures and training sessions. $0 $90,000 Coogee SED COUNCIL VENUE CLUB(S) DEVELOPMENT DETAILS FUNDING Randwick Paine Reserve, Randwick Barnstoneworth United FC, Phoenix FC, Coogee United New grass surface desperately needed. Playing surface is not up to standard. Used by several clubs. Talks with Randwick Drainage $50,000 Lighting Total: $350,000 Waverley Queens Park, Queens Park Easts FC, Queens Park FC, Reddam House Lights deperately needed. A compromise with local residents should be found (low spill to reduce impact on neighbourhood). Discussions with Waverley $250,000 Waverley Waverley Park, Bondi Junction New grass surface field 2 (full size) Junior players, in particular, require decent surface and extra lighting for safety. Association trying to engage Waverley New grass surface field 3 (small sided) $80,000 Lighting upgrade $80,000 Total: $310,000 PG 40 THE FUTURE NEEDS OF FOOTBALL IN NSW: A PARTNERSHIP APPROACH MAY 2015