Football Queensland (FQ) welcomes the $4.1 million federal election funding commitment from Matt Smith, the Australian Labor Party’s candidate for Leichhardt, to deliver upgrades to Endeavour Park in Cairns, should Labor be elected in May.
The commitment follows continued advocacy through FQ’s statewide #EQUALISER campaign and marks a significant investment in the future of football in Far North Queensland.
The proposed upgrades will include improved field lighting, a new high-performance facility, and upgrades to the canteen and change room amenities.
FQ CEO, Robert Cavallucci expressed his gratitude for the proposed investment and recognised the significance of this commitment to the growth of football in the region.
“Football Queensland welcomes this $4.1 million commitment and acknowledges Mr. Smith for recognising the critical infrastructure needs of our game and the importance of Endeavour Park to the football community in the Far North,” he said via press release.
“Endeavour Park is a vital facility that serves all levels of the game, from community participation across every age group to advanced high-performance player development, and this is a strong step toward delivering the infrastructure required to support football’s ongoing growth in the region.
“Our #EQUALISER campaign continues to drive targeted advocacy across Queensland, and it is encouraging to see commitments like this reflect the message we’ve taken to all corners of the state, as we remain committed to continue working with all sides of politics to ensure our game, as Queensland’s largest participation sport, is supported now and into the future.”
FQ’s General Manager – Northern Conference, Craig Ramage, highlighted the positive impact this investment will have on the local community.
“As the home of football in the Far North, Endeavour Park welcomes thousands of participants every week, from MiniRoos and grassroots players to our FQ Academy program and FQPL Far North & Gulf competition,” Ramage said via press release.
“This funding commitment by Mr Smith will help us continue to enhance the football experience for everyone involved in the game and ensure our region remains a strong contributor to Australia’s football future, as we work to continue producing more local stars like the CommBank Matildas’ Mary Fowler.”
FQ’s Federal Election #EQUALISER campaign continues to push for greater investment in football infrastructure and welcomes pledges from candidates across the state.
As the sport continues to grow, FQ remains dedicated to advocating for the facilities necessary to meet the increasing demand and support the football pathway.
