Some local sports clubs have started to benefit from early investment as we head towards the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, said Chris Whiting MP.

Three clubs have received significant funding from the Activate! Queensland funding program and more is expected over the coming years, he said.

“The Palaszczuk government is determined to see a legacy in sporting infrastructure for local sports clubs as a result of the Brisbane 2032 Games,” said Chris Whiting MP.

“I will be doing all I can to make sure sports clubs in Deception Bay, Mango Hill, Burpengary East and North Lakes are a part of this great opportunity.

“This year there is $140,000 for new lights for Deception Bay Football Club as part of the Activate! Queensland program.

“These much-needed lights will allow more matches for local teams and more training.

“There is $250,000 for a new amenities block at Caboolture Clay Target Club as part of the Activate! Queensland program.

“This amenities block is long-awaited and needed at this large and active sports shooting complex.

“$180,000 is going to the Deception Bay Athletics Centre in Zammit St as part of the Activate! Queensland program.

“This will contribute to their treasured project of building an artificial running track at this centre, which hosts one of Queensland’s leading Little Athletics Clubs.

“I urge all local sports clubs to have a talk to me about how they can benefit from the Green and Gold Runway we are on to Brisbane 2032,” said Chris Whiting MP.