New pavilion for Olinda

A new, state of the art $1.7m pavilion is taking shape at the Olinda Recreation Reserve. Local and visiting clubs will enjoy the fresh, bright training and gym area, change rooms and first aid room. The wider community is set to benefit too, with a spacious multi-purpose area, modern kitchen and meeting room available for use.
Coming to the party with funding for the pavilion were Council ($1m), the state government ($350,000), Dandenong Ranges Community Bank Group ($250,000) and the supporting community ($100,000).
$120,000 worth of new lighting is already brightening up the grounds, with Council, the federal government and sports clubs all pitching in for the project.
The new rooms will be used by clubs including Olinda Ferny Creek Football Netball Club, Olinda Ferny Creek Junior Football Club, Olinda Cricket Club, Sassafras Ferny Creek Netball Club and Kalorama Mt Dandenong Tennis Club.
The pavilion is due to be completed in October.