Like us on Facebook or go to www.thelocalnewcastle.com.au for more news • Issue No 124 • Newcastle’s favourite community newspaper • August 2024 •
Sport support Johnson Park in Lambton will share in more than $3.3 million worth of upgrades aimed at encouraging female participation and catering for population growth. Other Newcastle playing fields to share the funding are Pat Jordan Oval ay Carrington andTarro Reserve. Funded by City of Newcastle and the NSW Government’s Level the Playing Field Program, the projects will see Johnson Park at receive a new amenities buildings with female friendly change rooms, an accessible toilet, a canteen, a referees’ room and storage. New LED floodlighting that meets modern standards for training and matches will also be installed. Additional improvements will include drainage, and the relocation and replacement of the existing playground. Preliminary work has begun. Lord mayor Nuatali Nelmes said the projects are about planning for the future. Continued on page 5
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