	{"id":114140,"date":"2026-05-08T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T18:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bendigotimes\/?p=114140"},"modified":"2026-05-06T20:06:06","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T10:06:06","slug":"sports-pavilion-set-for-budget-backed-makeover","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/timesnewsgroup.com.au\/bendigotimes\/news\/sports-pavilion-set-for-budget-backed-makeover\/","title":{"rendered":"Sports pavilion set for budget-backed makeover"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>THE planned White Hills Oval female-friendly pavilion upgrade is closer to coming to fruition following news that the Victorian Budget 2026\/27 includes up to $3 million for it.<\/p>\n<p>The project includes improvements to the pavilion&#8217;s kitchen, spectator shelter, change room and other amenities and is expected to not only relieve pressure on existing facilities, but also provide a more modern and welcoming space for everyone, including more women and girls.<\/p>\n<p>The Scott Street oval currently hosts Australian rules football, cricket, netball and broader community events and pastimes.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;We are backing the Hillies with the infrastructure they need to get more families involved in sport,&#8221; Premier and Bendigo East MP Jacinta Allan said.<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;It will mean more games, more participation and more opportunities for players, families and the community.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>Minister for Community Sport Ros Spence said better sport and recreation facilities make it easier for residents in areas like White Hills to lead and enjoy healthy and active lifestyles.<\/p>\n<p>The state government also acknowledged the City of Greater Bendigo for its ongoing commitment and financial contribution to the project.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>THE planned White Hills Oval female-friendly pavilion upgrade is closer to coming to fruition following news that the Victorian Budget 2026\/27 includes up to $3 million for it. 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