The Kilmore community can now enjoy the new JJ Clancy Reserve Community Recreation Hub thanks to the Allan Labor Government.

Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes joined Council and community members to officially open the new Hub at JJ Clancy Reserve, made possible by a $3,400,000 investment from the Labor Government’s Growing Suburbs Fund.

The new hub delivers community and social space, changing facilities and storage, a new play space, landscape works an upgrade to car parking and relocation of Little Athletics field event facilities.

JJ Clancy is home to more than 900 players and supporters from Kilmore Football Netball Club, Kilmore Junior Football Club, Kilmore Tennis Club, Kilmore Netball Club, U3A Kilmore and Kilmore & District Little Athletics.

The completed project reflects local needs and provides a place to help strengthen community connections with space for social gatherings and events, while encouraging greater recreation activities for Kilmore residents.

Ms Symes acknowledged Mitchell Shire Council for its commitment to the project and financial contribution of $1,306,000 towards the new hub.

Since 2015, the Growing Suburbs Fund has provided Mitchell Shire Council with more than $29 million in funding towards 31 projects in its local area.

Quotes attributable to Member for Northern Victoria Jaclyn Symes

“It’s wonderful to see this brand new JJ Clancy Hub complete and ready to service our local community with a welcoming and inclusive space.”

“Crucial community infrastructure projects in growing communities like Kilmore are improving liveability, bringing families together and boosting local economies.”

“We know Kilmore is a great place to live – this new hub will ensure our communities have the spaces they need to stay active and connected.”