THE HON KRISTY MCBAIN MP

Minister for Regional Development 

THE HON DR ANNE ALY MP

Minister for Early Childhood Education

Member for Youth

MARK IRWIN

Mayor

The Albanese Labor Government continues to partner with the City of Stirling to deliver high-impact local priority projects – with construction of the Robertsbridge Reserve sporting clubrooms at Nollamara now complete.

Officially opened today by Federal Member for Cowan, the Hon Dr Anne Aly, alongside City of Stirling Mayor, Mark Irwin, the new fit-for-purpose facility can now be enjoyed by local sporting clubs and the broader community year-round.

The $900,000 project was supported by $125,000 from Phase 4 of the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program and $775,000 from the City of Stirling, and brings the clubrooms in line with community expectations.

Supporting 15 jobs during construction, the project upgraded the old change rooms to cater for growing participation, and also included the installation of a Universal Accessible Toilet to enhance safety and accessibility, ceiling improvements, a new office and commercial grade kitchen.

The modern facility will suit the needs of the local community for years to come, with the refurbishment also including the addition of double doors and changes to the carpark, to ensure accessibility standards are met.

Construction began in January 2024 and was completed in June 2024, with the upgrades expected to drive female participation in sport.

Quotes attributable to Federal Minister for Regional Development and Local Government, Kristy McBain MP:

“It’s fantastic to see work complete on the Robertsbridge Reserve sporting clubrooms, because I know how important having modern, fit-for-purpose facilities is to ensuring the success of local sporting activities.

“Sport is the centre of so many community events, which is why we’ve partnered with the City of Stirling to get this local priority project off the ground – one of many projects supported as part of over $1.4 million in Phase 4 LRCI funding from the Albanese Government.”

Quotes attributable to Federal Member for Cowan, the Hon Dr Anne Aly MP:

“Upgrading the Robertsbridge Reserve sports facility is something our local community has long called for, which is why I’m proud that the Albanese Labor government is co-funding this much-needed project.

“With these upgrades now complete, all members of our community have access to enhanced facilities, which will play a key role in boosting female sports participation in Cowan.”

Quotes attributable to City of Stirling Mayor, Cr Mark Irwin:

“The new universal changerooms and public amenities at Robertsbridge Reserve are a vital step towards supporting increased female participation in sport, while also providing modern, inclusive facilities for the whole community.

“The City of Stirling is proud to invest in this district-level reserve.

“With the help of a $125,000 contribution from the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure (LRCI) Program towards the $900,000 project, the upgrades will improve safety, functionality, and the overall experience for everyone who uses the reserve, whether for sport, dog walking, or simply enjoying the outdoors.”

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MEDIA CONTACTS:

MINISTER MCBAIN – BLAKE DANILCZAK, 0497 204 267

MINISTER ALY – DEEP SINGH, 0427-677-335

MAYOR IRWIN – MIKAELA HENSCHEL, 0448 411 471