The Andrews Labor Government's Local Sports Grants initiative is backing Bentleigh Cricket Club, Bentleigh Football Netball Club and Bentleigh Junior Football Club with a new scoreboard at Bentleigh Recreation Reserve.
Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence joined club members to officially launch the new electronic scoreboard, made possible by a $60,000 investment from the Labor Government.
The Bentleigh Cricket Club and the Bentleigh Football Netball Club have more than 650 men, women, boys and girls representing the community, who depend on the scoreboard to get the latest from the big games.
The new LED scoreboard adds a whole new dimension to the player and fan experience at the ground, helping officials, players and spectators keep track of the game.
From new sports pavilions to scoreboards, investments like these provide high-quality and accessible facilities that allow Victorians to reap the benefits of sport and active recreation participation.
Investments like these are also about creating jobs, stimulating local economies and fast-tracking community recovery by improving the health, wellbeing, and social outcomes for Victorian communities.
The Andrews Labor Government has invested more than $1.05 billion in community sport and active recreation infrastructure since 2014.
For more information about infrastructure grant opportunities available through the Victorian Government visit sport.vic.gov.au.
As stated by Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence
"The new scoreboard ramps up the excitement at local fixtures and adds a whole new dimension to local sport."
"Better sport and recreation facilities make it easier for Victorians to enjoy their local sport and recreation and lead healthy and active lifestyles."
As stated by Member for Bentleigh Nick Staikos
"The new scoreboard has already become a welcome addition at Bentleigh Reserve and has enhanced the experience of cricket club members and spectators. It's now ready and waiting for the footy season to commence."
As stated by General Manager of the Bentleigh Football Netball Club Garry Matlock
"We'd like to thank the Victorian Government for providing Bentleigh Reserve with a great new scoreboard. This will provide a real boost for local sport."
