Sport
13 November, 2026
Friendlies set for $1mil upgrade
FRIENDLY Societies Park looks set for an upgrade no matter what the outcome of this month’s state election, with both sides of the political fence pledging $1 million for the works.
Following on from last month’s announcement by South West Coast MP Roma Britnell, Member for Western Victoria Jacinta Ermacora and Labor candidate Andrew Govanstone also pledged $1 million for the works earlier this week.
“This $1 million pledge is a significant investment in this community and I congratulate all those involved,” Mr Govanstone said.
“If Labor is re-elected to govern I look forward to seeing these improvement and safety works come to fruition.
“And given the Liberals also committed to these works, the South Warrnambool Football Netball Club community can be assured the project will go ahead regardless of the election outcome.
“The cycle track that was built around the oval here many, many years ago has not been used for a long time and has really become a safety issue particularly for players and officials so it will be great to see this rectified.”
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President of South Warrnambool Football Netball Club Aaron Irvine said members were thrilled with the funding commitment.
“In the past, a lot of work has gone into several submissions for funding for these improvements, with no success, so we’re thrilled to have this funding pledge from both parties prior to the election,” Mr Irvine said.
“We also thank the Warrnambool City Council for its support for the project. Our players, members and community are all looking forward to seeing these improvements get underway.
“The track around the oval perimeter has certainly posed a safety issue for a long time and it will be great to finally see this rectified.”
