THE HON KRISTY MCBAIN MP
MEMBER FOR EDEN-MONARO
MINISTER FOR REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND TERRITORIES
MINISTER FOR EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT

THE HON TARA MORIARTY MLC
MINISTER FOR REGIONAL NSW

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Snowy Monaro Regional Council has unveiled a major upgrade to the Bombala Exhibition Ground, delivering modern, accessible sporting facilities that will strengthen community participation and attract new opportunities to the region.

Snowy Monaro Regional Council was awarded $1,157,150 for the upgrade, jointly funded by the Australian and NSW Government Bushfire Local Economic and Recovery Fund, delivered under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements. Additional funding was also provided by the NSW Government.

The upgrade improves accessibility, safety and overall usability of the Exhibition Ground with a new disability-friendly pathway, accessible parking and an internal gravel road that makes it easier for people to move around the precinct.

Sporting groups, residents and visitors will also benefit from new and upgraded sporting infrastructure including a netball court, two cricket nets, additional spectator seating and landscaping.

Improvements to Bombala’s sport facilities is expected to broaden the opportunities for local clubs to attract new members and host major events which will provide an economic boost to the local economy.

Quotes attributable to the Member for Eden-Monaro and Federal Minister for Emergency Management Kristy McBain:

“The Albanese Government is committed to improving facilities, such as the Bombala Exhibition Ground, to increase disaster resilience and help communities rebuild.

“These upgraded facilities will give Bombala families a place to come together and provide local sporting clubs with brand new facilities catering for a range of sports like cricket and netball.

“Upgrading the Bombala Exhibition Ground is a great example of how disaster recovery funding can deliver long-term benefits. These improvements will boost local sport, attract more visitors, and strengthen the region’s economic and social resilience.”

Quotes attributable to Minister for Agriculture and Regional NSW Tara Moriarty:

“We know that great sporting spaces are the beating heart of regional communities, bringing people from all walks of life together to play for fun, challenge their rivals and barrack for the local team.

“The NSW Government is proud to support projects that strengthen regional communities and deliver long-lasting benefits.

“The upgrades at the Bombala Exhibition Ground will provide safer more accessible and more enjoyable facilities for everyone who uses this important community space.

“Investments like this help to ensure our regional towns have the quality infrastructure they deserve, supporting local sport, community events and tourism for years to come.”

Quotes attributable to Member for Monaro Steve Whan:

“I'm looking forward to seeing the upgrades when I am at the Bombala Show this weekend.

“More up to date facilities will enhance community use and participation. Bombala is a town with great community spirit, and it is good to see Government funds helping enhance it with better facilities.”

Quotes attributable to Mayor of Snowy Monaro Regional Council Chris Hanna:

“These new and upgraded sporting facilities at Bombala Showground are another big investment and vote of confidence in the Snowy Monaro by our partners in the Australian and NSW Governments.

“It’s been great to see residents and local sporting clubs already taking advantage of the netball courts, cricket nets, and significant improvements to footpaths and spectator seating over the summer.

“Thanks to the generous grant received through the Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, this project is really going to help people across the wider Bombala district stay active, healthy, and connected as a community for many years to come.”