Festival of sport gets people hands-on

KARDINIA Park will offer a variety of activities as the Festival of Sport returns to the region for the March long weekend.

Taking place on March 7, the festival is all about promoting different sports and recreational opportunities in the region by getting people involved and hands-on with activities including kicking, rolling, stretching, jumping and more.

Kardinia Park chief executive officer Gerard Griffin said the free, family friendly event had become a favourite on the Geelong event calendar.

“It’s a unique opportunity to play and have fun on the same oval where the sporting greats play,” he said.

“Our region boasts a rich and vibrant sporting sector. From the traditional, to the non-traditional and the obscure – we love celebrating them all right here at the heart of sport in Geelong.”

Participants will be able to go out on the ground at GMHBA Stadium this year, while other activations take place around the venue.

“This year’s festival will showcase the newest areas of the stadium – the Joel Selwood Stand, Djilang Plaza and Barwon Regional Cricket Centre,” Mr Griffin said.

“The Geelong Sports Museum will be open for free entry during the festival, perfect for anyone who hasn’t had a chance to explore the local collection and rich stories since it opened last year.

“Drop in to learn more about golf and the Vic Open at Golf Australia’s new exhibition ‘spotlight on golf’.”

Along with plenty of sports to test out, attendees will also be well entertained with performances and displays.

Mr Griffin said this year’s event has a fresh look and a fresh time, encouraging people to make the most of the timeslot and food trucks on the site. This year will mark the fifth anniversary of the event, which has quickly become popular within the community.

Mr Griffin thanked sponsor Deakin University and supporting agency Leisure Networks for their contributions to the event.

For more information, head to kardiniapark.vic.gov.au.

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