Mr Walsh said applications were now open for the next round of the Community Cricket Program that will provide opportunities for grassroots cricket clubs to share in $13.5 million to develop and upgrade cricket facilities across Victoria.
He said the money was there to be allocated and clubs simply needed to put together a case and send it in.
“The Community Cricket Program provides a range of grant opportunities for local clubs — and councils — to develop or redevelop local cricket infrastructure,” Mr Walsh said.
“Sport and Recreation Victoria will provide matching funding of $2 for every $1 provided by the successful clubs in regional and rural Victoria,” he said.
“Funding can be sought to improve or redevelop existing cricket infrastructure including training nets and wickets, ageing clubroom facilities and upgrades to improve changerooms accessibility.”
Mr Walsh said in his travels around his electorate he had become aware of a number of cricket facilities that could do with a facelift.
He said improving playing facilities also supported player retention and increased both participation and enjoyment of the sport.
“Local cricket clubs have had little opportunity and means for the past two years to raise the necessary funds to improve club facilities to meet the need of the expanding community,” Mr Walsh said.
“Murray Plains has a proud history of producing several elite and first grade cricket talent and it is due to the selfless dedication and commitment towards grassroots participation that ensures strong participation in our region,” he said.
For more information about the Community Cricket Program including how to apply visit sport.vic.gov.au
Applications close on April 11.
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