Tribune’s note

Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Kristy McBain announced the opening of the upgraded Ian Horton Pavilion at George Brown Oval in Eden, marking the completion of a community sports infrastructure project for the Bega Valley region [TA-260428-infras-07a208cd825b]. The upgrade delivers adaptable changerooms, improved accessible amenities, a new roof, and a spectator viewing area.

Funding came from three tiers of government: $250,000 from the Australian Government's Investing in Our Communities program, $200,000 from the NSW Government's ClubGRANTS program, and additional contributions from Bega Valley Shire Council [TA-260428-infras-07a208cd825b]. McBain framed the project explicitly around gender equity, stating the facility ensures women have equal access to quality changeroom facilities, and described it as supporting the long-term sustainability of sport in the community [TA-260428-infras-07a208cd825b].

NSW Minister for Gaming and Racing David Harris also participated in the announcement, highlighting the ClubGRANTS program's role in sustaining regional sport clubs — a cross-jurisdictional dimension that reflects the project's three-way funding structure. The release is the only source material for this period; no parliamentary record accompanies it.

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MediaOfficial opening set for Ian Horton Pavilion at George Brown OvalKristy McBainTuesday 28 April 2026