Swinging success for Indented Head court upgrade

THE CITY of Greater Geelong has handed out more than $3.2 million in grants to community clubs and groups across the region, including a $66,000 grant to the Indented Head Community Association (IHCA).

The grant will be used to upgrade the existing tennis/basketball court built in the 1960s, with Bellarine Bayside to provide the remaining funding for the $99,000 project.

The complex will see major improvements with the installation of a Plexipave acrylic tennis court, with fixed tennis court posts and tennis net, new fencing, and commercial grade basketball towers in concrete footings at each end of the court.

Cr Trent Sullivan said the council was pleased to award the grant to the Indented Head Community Association.

“Bringing the old court up to modern standards will give locals a place to be active and social by enjoying a game of tennis or basketball.

“It’s a project the community has been keen to see happen for a little while, so we’re glad it’s now funded and set to go ahead.

“Indented Head also receives a huge influx of visitors over the summer, including campers along the foreshore. They’ll now have an extra way to spend some of their holiday time, especially on days that aren’t warm enough for the beach.”

A total of 30 clubs and groups across the region received funding for pavilion upgrades, new floodlights, kitchen and bathroom renovations, improved cricket facilities, community events and much more.

In addition, the council has awarded $84,900 in grants to 17 successful applicants under its new Community Events Fund.

Geelong mayor Stephanie Asher said the council was happy to support the volunteers from the clubs and groups who put in an “amazing amount of hard work” for the good of others.

“Helping community clubs and groups maintain high standard facilities is one of the most important roles of the council.

“They’re places where people make some of their strongest friendships and enjoy their pastimes, so it’s vital they’re equipped to welcome new participants.”