$4m boost for sport and recreation

PROPERTY News

State Government agency the Urban Land Development Authority (ULDA) has approved a development application for a new YMCA community sports facility at Perry Park in Bowen Hills.

State Member for Brisbane Central Grace Grace said the Bligh Government would provide $4 million in funding for the YMCA facility to be built near the Brisbane Strikers soccer club. Total project cost would be in excess of $11 million.
“The facility will include a gym, multi-purpose courts, gymnastics facilities, child care facilities and undercover parking,” Ms Grace said.
“This is a win-win situation for the area as the facility will generate new sport and recreational opportunities with greater public access.
“The new YMCA will provide the local community with a quality venue to pursue a healthy lifestyle. “The extra facilities will also immensely increase Perry Park's value as a community sporting venue, with the facility specifically being designed to accommodate disabled sport teams.
“Importantly, the development plan will retain the quality and character of the site with the retention of existing fig trees located along the northern boundary.”
The site, which fronts Abbotsford and Edmonstone Roads, will remain the home ground of the Brisbane Strikers soccer club. Construction tenders will be called in the coming weeks.