Federal Member for Bonner, Ross Vasta MP has delivered $6 million in Federal Government funding to upgrade the Murarrie Recreational Reserve to an International Cycle Park.

The Murarrie Recreational Reserve is known as a premier location for cycling in Brisbane. With the proposed upgrades, it will provide world-class facilities for cycling enthusiasts and families to enjoy, Mr Vasta said.

“Working with Councillor Lisa Atwood and Brisbane City Council, I am proud to have delivered $6 million to upgrade the Murarrie Recreational Reserve to an international cycling and wheel precinct,” Mr Vasta said.

“This upgrade will allow cycling enthusiasts, families, and the local community to enjoy world-class facilities that will provide a range of quality recreation opportunities.

“The Morrison Government is committed to investing into local sports and community infrastructure and it is only through having a strong economy where these investments are made possible.

Councillor Lisa Atwood said this federal government investment is providing exciting opportunities for locals, especially leading up to the 2032 Olympic Games.

“The Murarrie Recreation Reserve has been loved by the community since it was a Commonwealth Games venue way back in 1982. The investment by the Morrison Government will turn the Muzz into Brisbane’s only international cycling precinct,” Councillor Atwood said.

“It’s through Ross’s energy and advocacy for our area that we are able to deliver great infrastructure upgrades for cyclists and our community.

“Once complete, the Murarrie Recreation Reserve will have various facilities for cycling including a learn to ride course for our littlies, a BMX pump track and an upgraded cycling circuit. The variety of cycling experiences will provide opportunities for our next generation of Olympians ready for the 2032 Games here in Brisbane”.

To read more about the plans for the Murarrie Recreation Reserve International Cycle Park, click here. 

A re-elected Morrison Government will deliver a $600,000 investment to AC Carina Football Club to install women’s change rooms, new lighting and an upgrade to its grandstand.

Federal Member for Bonner Ross Vasta MP said the club’s women’s program had grown stronger each year and a women’s changeroom had been on the agenda for a while.

“AC Carina featured in two grand finals in the Brisbane Women’s Premier League in 2021 and have also teamed up with an Indigenous Women’s team Jiinda Magic, who will also be using their facilities,” Mr Vasta said.

“I am so pleased to have secured this funding to deliver a women’s change room which will be well utilised as the club continues to grow.”

Mr Vasta said the funding would also support the installation of new lighting and upgrades to the grandstand.

“The club is committed to providing better facilities for our community members and I share their vision to grow and provide new and improved facilities for Bonner’s football fans to enjoy,” Mr Vasta said.

AC Carina FC President Nick Certoma said the new field lighting would help secure extra field space, not just for training, but to also host more games.

“We have had a huge increase in female footballers over the past few years and we would love to build on that into the future,” Mr Certoma said.

“Ross’ commitment to our club will ensure we progress with the needs and wants of our members and local community at the forefront of these plans.

“The lighting upgrade will allow us to replace all current lights with LED fittings which will provide a safer and brighter facility for both training and games.

“The facilities upgrade will allow us to create comfortable and modern spaces for our growing club, especially that of our women’s program.”

Mr Certoma said the club’s women’s program had seen huge changes over the past few seasons with a significant increase in senior women’s teams and the introduction of a framework that will see the support of increased junior female participation.

“With the landscape of football evolving, the surrounding house and golf course developments and the FIFA Women’s World Cup in 2022, this is the perfect time to look forward to the future of AC Carina Football Club.

“We are so pleased and thankful that Ross has supported our plans with a $600,000 commitment.”

Only the Morrison Government will continue to deliver a better future for Bonner as part of our plan to build a strong economy and a stronger future.