The official opening of the Barclay Street recreation precinct in Eden.
6 December 2024
Bega Valley Shire Mayor, Russell Fitzpatrick, Member for Eden-Monaro, Kristy McBain and Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland officially opened the upgraded Barclay Street recreation precinct on Monday 2 December.
The event in Eden celebrated the delivery of the greatly improved facilities that will benefit the whole community now and for generations to come.
Mayor Fitzpatrick expressed gratitude for the support received throughout the major project.
"Without significant funding from the NSW and Australian Governments, we wouldn't see major projects like this come to fruition," Mayor Fitzpatrick said.
"Council sincerely thanks both governments for their support.
"We also extend our thanks to the community clubs and groups for their valuable contributions throughout the consultation process.
"Council remains committed to providing safe and accessible recreational infrastructure for the community, fostering many health benefits and community wellbeing.
"Our recreational infrastructure also plays an important role in attracting new residents to the area, especially young families and plays an important part in tourism by adding to people experiences when they visit the shire.
"The precinct on Barclay Street is now an exciting multi-functional recreational space, featuring new sporting amenities, an all-inclusive play space, a state-of-the-art skatepark, enhanced pathways and parkland facilities, and new site access and carpark.
"While the new precinct has been accessible and enjoyed by the community since the completion of each stage of the project, this event allowed us to formally thank everyone involved in delivering the project for the Eden community.
Minister for Planning and Public Spaces Paul Scully said the NSW Government has invested $300,000 towards the project through the Everyone Can Play program.
"Eden's Recreational Precinct is a fully inclusive place that everyone in the community can enjoy no matter their ability or age," Mr Scully said.
"I am pleased to see that new inclusive playspace has plenty of opportunities for people to connect and have fun, with some great new features."
Quotes attributable to Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories, the Hon Kristy McBain MP:
"My journey representing our community started when I wasn't happy about a local playground decision, which is why I know how important it is for all levels of government to work together to improve local facilities.
"It's fantastic to officially open the revitalised Barclay Street Recreation Precinct in Eden, because it's making waves in our community, and bringing people of all ages together like never before.
"I'm proud that the Australian Government supported upgrades to this precinct, and I will continue working with our community to advocate for local priority projects."
Quotes attributable to State Member for Bega, Dr Michael Holland MP:
"This is a terrific addition to Eden, and I'm thrilled to see these new facilities already being enjoyed by our local community.
"Having a multi-purpose space where the community can come together for play and social opportunities is incredibly important, which is why I was proud to deliver over $1.58 million towards this transformation."
