MEDIA RELEASE: Moonee Valley enters historic PPP at Riverside
Moonee Valley City Council is entering into an unprecedented agreement which will see significant capital investment in the Riverside Sport and Recreation Precinct.
The public-private partnership (PPP) with BlueFit, a leisure facility management company, will see a $10.8m capital investment in the Riverside Golf and Sports Centre, resolving long standing infrastructure issues and realising a major activation of the precinct.
The golf driving range sits alongside the netball and tennis courts. The current proximity creates a risk to users of overhitting from the golf driving range means that operations have to be scheduled, with patrons being unable to use the facilities at the same time.
Mayor Cr Pierce Tyson said the partnership created a unique opportunity for private investment, which ultimately would improve the facilities and resolve the operational issues that restrict usage.
“This is an innovative approach to ensuring the community can access these important facilities without Council investing the significant capital this type of upgrade would require,” said Mayor Tyson.
“The partnership is underpinned by a 20-year management contract, which enables Council to oversee operations and ensure the community’s needs are met.
“The concept plans propose a modern, upgraded golf driving range, playgrounds and active spaces, an upgraded mini golf course, improved access and pathways and facilities to encourage both seasoned and beginner golfers, as well as hospitality opportunities,” said Cr Tyson.
CEO of BlueFit, Todd McHardy, said “The team at BlueFit are thrilled with the announcement of a long term partnership with the Moonee Valley City Council and the development of the Riverside Golf and Sports Centre. Our investment will further improve this great local sports and social hub for the benefit of all facility users and clubs.”
Council has previously undertaken community consultation on the Riverside Sport and Recreation Precinct Plan. You can view the consultation at https://yoursay.mvcc.vic.gov.au/riverside
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