Agenda of Shoalhaven Sports Board - Wednesday, 29 November 2023

Minutes of the Shoalhaven Sports Board

Meeting Date: Wednesday, 20 September 2023

Location: Jervis Bay Rooms, City Administrative Centre, Bridge Road, Nowra

Time: 5.00pm

The following members were present:

Mr David Goodman - Acting Chairperson

Clr Patricia White

Clr Matthew Norris

Clr Mark Kitchener - left at 6:07pm

Clr Moo D’Ath - arrived at 5:04pm (Remotely)

Mr Roger Walker

Mr Craig Howsan

Ms Elizabeth Tooley

Mr Jonathan Seller – arrived at 5:22pm

Ms Jacqueline Peace

Mr Greg Wellington

Mr Simon Brown – Acting Manager – Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness

Others present:

Ms Jane Lewis – Director City Lifestyles

Mr Matthew Graham – Southern Leisure Manager (Remotely)

Mr Craig Horgan – Acting Manager – Recreation Projects - Planning & Delivery

Mr Paul Donnelly – Lead – Open Space & Recreation Planning

Mr Matthew Urbaniak – Project Officer – Open Space & Recreation Planning

Ms Sara McMahon – Manager – Business Assurance & Risk

Ms Brooke Aldous – Governance Coordinator

Election of Chairperson

Ms Jane Lewis assumed the Chair and asked the members present if there were any nominations for the role of Acting Chairperson for this meeting. Mr David Goodman was nominated for the position of Acting Chairperson. There being no further nominations, the Board agreed the election process was conducted fairly and reasonably. Jane Lewis - declared David Goodman as Acting Chairperson for this meeting.

Code of Conduct information read out by Chair regarding standards of behaviour and conduct of those attending the meeting.

Apologies / Leave of Absence

Apologies were received from Clr Gray, Lucy Burgmann, Anna Gardner, Tameka Gogerly, Colin Stevenson and Phill Newlyn.

Confirmation of the Minutes

RESOLVED (Craig Howsan / Roger Walker)

That the Minutes of the Shoalhaven Sports Board held on Tuesday 01 August 2023 be confirmed.

CARRIED

SB23.13 Business Arising from Previous Minutes

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board receive advice on the Shoalhaven High School not allowing district athletics carnival to be held from January 2024. This matter was taken this on notice.

Artie Smith Oval – Clr John Wells had discussions with AFL NSW/Australia and Cricket NSW/Australia and interested in changing their program to bring matches, coaches and player workshops to the Shoalhaven next year.

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board:

1. Receive advice on the Shoalhaven High School not allowing district athletics carnival to be held from January 2024.

2. Receive advice once the workshop date has been scheduled and announced.

CARRIED

Declaration of Interests

Nil

Reports

SB23.9 Shoalhaven Sports Board Update of Actions - September 2023

HPERM Ref: D23/371227

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That

1. The Shoalhaven Sports Board accept and receive the Update on Actions report for information.

2. The following actions are considered complete and removed from the action table:

a. SB23.6 Election of Chairperson - 2023-2025

b. SB23.3 Shoalhaven Sports Board - Current Projects Update

c. SB23.2 Shoalhaven Sports Board Update on Actions - March 2023

d. SB22.14 Additional Items - General Business - Tour Sporting Complex Complete - Federal Funding - Outriggers - Burrill - Tennis Booking - Youth Mentor

RESOLVED (By consent)

That

1. The Shoalhaven Sports Board accept and receive the Update on Actions report for information.

2. The following actions are considered complete and removed from the action table:

a. SB23.6 Election of Chairperson - 2023-2025

b. SB23.3 Shoalhaven Sports Board - Current Projects Update

c. SB23.2 Shoalhaven Sports Board Update on Actions - March 2023

d. SB22.14 Additional Items - General Business - Tour Sporting Complex Complete - Federal Funding - Outriggers - Burrill - Tennis Booking - Youth Mentor

CARRIED

SB23.10 Shoalhaven Sports Board - Current Projects Update (City Lifestyles)

HPERM Ref: D23/344274

Mr Craig Howsan queried the majority of funding for these projects and how much interest Council is paying on these loans. Ms Jane Lewis clarified Council pay interest on these loans and this is worked out as part of Council’s financial plan and ongoing budget however, this is outside the delegation of the Shoalhaven Sports Board.

Mr David Goodman queried the completion date for the Artie Smith Oval. Mr Simon Brown provided an update on this project and advised this is currently in the hands of the contractor. The construction of buildings and facilities are almost in the completion stage apart from fit out. However, the works to the oval surface is still ongoing. It is anticipated that an official opening event will be held at the end of November, (weather dependent). Mr Simon Brown confirmed the field is expected to be open for local sport to commence early in the new year 2024.

Mr Greg Wellington queried when staff will be allocated and advertised for recruitment. Ms Jane Lewis confirmed there is pre-funding in the budget for staff and the recruitment of roles has been signed off by the CEO.

Mr Greg Wellington raised concerns about safety issues around the Astro Turf in the cricket nets and if this has been rectified and built to code as per Cricket NSW and Cricket Australia Guidelines. Ms Jane Lewis clarified this is compliant.

Mr Jonathan Seller queried the dates of the Sporting Group Workshops. Mr Simon Brown confirmed the Workshops are being held on Thursday 5 October 2023 at the Ulladulla Civic Centre and on the 11 October 2023 at the Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre. A flyer is attached to these Minutes for more information on these Workshops. The link provided includes details of each workshop and the registration information: https://shoalhavenssf.com.au/about/whats-on/sporting-workshop-23

Clr Patricia White made note of the stormwater conflict being investigated at the Ulladulla Skate Park and if Council is able to rectify. Mr Craig Horgan confirmed there will be no conflict as the REMs line will not impact on the design intent.

Ms Elizabeth Tooley queried the engagement activity for the Bay & Basin Skate Park and if this has occurred within the community. Mr Paul Donnelly confirmed there has been community engagement with key stakeholders such as the infrastructure users and this has informed the project proposal. Ms Jane Lewis clarified the engagement activity stage has been completed some time ago and has progressed to the detail design stage.

Mr David Goodman made comment on the Berry Showground Master Plan and if this Master Plan could be reported brought back to the Board. Ms Jane Lewis confirmed this Master Plan is no longer on public exhibition and can be reported back to the Board for information.

Clr Moo D’Ath queried the scope of works relating to the drainage on Frogs Holla Sporting Complex. Mr Craig Horgan clarified there is a new drainage design for installation across the fields. Based on feedback from Mr Matthew Graham and the Management Committee, the ideal installation time is expected by mid-end of April 2024. The designs are complete and tender packages are ready to go. Mr Matthew Graham clarified there is currently no drainage in this area.

Mr Greg Wellington queried if Council will contact all sporting groups regarding the Sports Grants Program. Ms Jane Lewis confirmed this has already occurred, and was advertised from the 1 April to 30 June 2023. Council are currently conducting the review process.

Mr Greg Wellington queried the upgrade of facilities for Women’s sport and advised there should be a minimum of four change rooms at these fields (Berry Showground). Ms Jane Lewis clarified the main focus currently is on the Berry Showground Masterplan, Mr Paul Donnelly advised the limitations around the amenities at this site did come through the engagement activity. The Project Team have since met to analyse the data and submissions received and these concerns are currently being addressed to adjust the Master Plan. A report will be provided to Council with an update on this and subsequently an update to be provided to the Board for information.

Mr David Goodman queried the funding from the Federal Government of $200MIL. Ms Jane Lewis confirmed the Federal Government have made an announcement however, no details have been provided yet.

Ms Elizabeth Tooley queried Council’s policy on naming grounds and pavilions. Ms Jane Lewis confirmed Council have a policy on road and public reserve naming and this is attached to the Minutes.

Ms Jane Lewis confirmed Council has engaged Co-Op Studios who are progressing the Bay and Basin Leisure Centre redevelopment through detail design to lodgement of a DA. This project will soon be put on public exhibition for community engagement.

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board receive the Current Projects Update
(City Lifestyles) report for information.

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board:

1. Receive the Current Projects Update (City Lifestyles) report for information.

2. Receive a report back at the next meeting to provide an update of the Berry Showground Master Plan.

3. Receive advice once the Federal Government releases further information on the funding for women’s sport.

4. Receive notification once the Bay & Basin Leisure Centre Project is on public exhibition.

CARRIED

GENERAL BUSINESS

· Feedback from AFL Sporting Group

Mr Jonathan Seller advised the president of one of the local AFL Clubs expressed their concerns that their club would be losing roughly 50% of members next year due to the build at Bomaderry Oval. There is a potential impact of a reduction by two teams. Ms Jane Lewis clarified there is opportunity for them to investigate playing out of Artie Smith Oval venue too, as the venue is a whole of community facility. It was clarified in relation to the bookings, the association collects all the bookings and they work with Council’s Booking Team.

· Rugby Park – Storage Facility South Nowra

Submissions were provided 30 June 2023 and are currently being determined.

SB23.11 Additional Item - Initiation to Shoalhaven Sports Board Meeting - CEO Illawarra Academy of Sport - Salvatore Carmusciano

Mr Salvatore Carmusciano has been announced as the CEO for the Illawarra Academy of Sport and commenced in the role two weeks ago.

The Board would like to extend an invitation to the newly elected CEO to attend the next meeting for an introduction.

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board extend an invitation to the newly elected CEO, Mr Salvatore Carmusciano of the Illawarra Academy of Sport to the next meeting

CARRIED

· Opening Ceremony of Park Road Netball Courts South Nowra

The grand opening of the upgraded Park Road Netball Courts in South Nowra was celebrated on Saturday 19 August. The Board agreed this was a great day for the community.

SB23.14 Additional Item - Shoalhaven Disability Expo - Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre

The Shoalhaven Disability Expo was held on Tuesday 19 September. Ms Jane Lewis clarified Council had a table with a wide range of services on offer and requested that members of the Board be invited to attend the Expo next year.

RESOLVED (By consent)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board be invited to attend the Shoalhaven Disability Expo for 2024.

CARRIED

SB23.12 Additional Item - Tourism Report

Mr David Goodman re-requested an update from the Tourism Department to advise the Shoalhaven Sports Board of what events are occurring in the Shoalhaven.

The Board agreed they would like to be notified of the events occurring in the area to advise the local community.

RECOMMENDATION (By consent)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board receive regular updates/reports on sporting events that have been bid for or secured, similar to the report previously provided to the Shoalhaven Tourism Advisory Group.

CARRIED

Note: This was previously requested at the 25 May 2022 Meeting (See SB22.12 Part 4 resolution) and again on 24 August 2022 and further resolved at Council on 26 September 2022 (See MIN22.668).

There being no further business, the meeting concluded, the time being 6:26pm.

Mr David Goodman

CHAIRPERSON

Shoalhaven Sports Board – Wednesday 29 November 2023

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SB23.16 Sports Grants Program 2023 / 24 - Funding Determinations

HPERM Ref: D23/325693

Department: Recreation Projects - Planning & Delivery

Approver: Jane Lewis, Director - City Lifestyles

Attachments: 1. Sports Grants Program (Capital Works) ⇩

2. Weighted Score Evaluation ⇩

Reason for Report

The purpose of this report is to advise the Shoalhaven Sports Board on funding applications for the Sports Grants Program 2023 / 24 and to seek the Boards approval for allocation of funding to the recommended projects outlined in this report to be submitted to Council for adoption.

Recommendation

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board:

1. Endorse the following four applications for the 2023 / 24 Sports Grants Program:

a. Milton Ulladulla District Tennis Association – Synthetic grass resurfacing of two tennis courts - $50,000.

b. Shoalhaven District Football Association – Improve pathway network – $6,617.

c. Shoalhaven Hockey Incorporated – Wall rebuild – $35,666.67.

d. Shoalhaven Dog Training Club – Kitchen refurbishment - $6,906.

To be determined by Council.

Options

1. Adopt the recommendation as written.

Implications: This will allow Sports Grants Program funds to be allocated and projects to proceed in line with sporting club plans throughout the Shoalhaven and appropriate utilisation of remaining funds.

2. Provide an alternative recommendation.

Implications: Unknown until advice received – This may delay the Sports Grants Program and may result in funding not being spent.

Background

The Sports Grants Program’s purpose is to assist Shoalhaven sporting groups to undertake new works or improvements to existing fixed assets at sporting facilities on Council managed land. This grant is not intended for maintenance activities.

Sports Grants Program – Applications 2023 / 24

Applications to the Sports Grants Program are invited annually, as outlined by the Sports Grants Policy (Attachment 1). This year, information was distributed to all sporting clubs on Council’s database, advising clubs of the scheme and requesting that clubs make an application prior to 30 June 2023.

The total 2023 / 24 Sports Grants Program budget is $100,000. 16 applications for funding were received, with a total requested funding of $309,574.43.

Applications were assessed against the criteria and provisions as outlined in the Sports Grants Policy (Attachment 1). Assessment scores are recorded in the Weighted Score Evaluation (Attachment 2).

The four top ranking applications total funding requests amount to $99,189.67. There are insufficient funds to support further applications.

Table 1 – Successful applications recommended to be endorsed.

Club	Facility	Project	Cost GST Inc ($) (ex-in-kind labour)	Funds Requested ($)	Club / Other Contribution ($)
Milton Ulladulla District Tennis Association	Ulladulla Tennis Centre	Resurfacing of two tennis Courts.	$107,873	$50,000	$57,873.15
Shoalhaven District Football Association	Ison Park - South Nowra	Improve pathway network between seating and toilets.	$9,926	$6,617	$3,308
Shoalhaven Hockey Inc	Bernie Reagan Sporting Complex	Wall rebuild.	$53,500	$35,666.67	$17,833.33
Shoalhaven Dog Training Club	Nowra Showground	Install new kitchen in SDTC rooms.	$10,359	$6,906	$3,453

Table 2 – Unsuccessful applications.

Club	Facility	Project	Cost GST Inc ($) (ex-in-kind labour)	Funds Requested ($)	Club / Other Contribution ($)
Shoalhaven United Football Club	Lyrebird Park - Nowra	Fencing and minor works - Field 4.	$31,060	$20,040	$10,020
Berry Riding Club	Berry Equestrian Centre	Construct two watercourse crossings.	$29,844.10	$19,844.10	$10,000
Illaroo Football Club	Sharman Park - North Nowra	Install boundary fence.	$19,772.94	$13,181.96	$6,590.98
Shoalhaven Rugby Football Club	Rugby Park - South Nowra	Construct storage shed and gym.	$96,910	$50,000	$38,000
Kangaroo Valley Tennis Club	Kangaroo Valley Tennis Club	Floodlighting upgrade.	$25,200	$16,800	$8,400
Sussex Inlet Cricket Club	Thomson St Sporting Complex	Construct equipment shed.	$49,961	$33,307.33	$16,653.66
Huskisson Vincentia Football Club	Huskisson Sportsground	Goal posts and fencing upgrade.	$19,722.56	$13,148.37	$6,574.19
Milton Ulladulla JRLFC	Ulladulla Sports Park - Field 1	Construct Team and Scorekeeper's Shelters.	$6,600	$4,400	$2,200
Sussex Inlet & District RLFC Inc	Finkernagel Oval - Sussex Inlet	Install Player Dugouts (first priority).	$16,728	$11,128	$5,600
Sussex Inlet & District RLFC Inc	Finkernagel Oval - Sussex Inlet	Extend Covered area of Canteen (second priority).	$28,785	$18,785	$10,000
Bay & Basin Cricket Club	Sanctuary Point Oval	Repair, replace and paint picket fence.	$3,100	$2,050	$1,050
Milton Ulladulla RLFC	Bill Andriske Oval - Mollymook	Minor works.	$17,000	$7,700	$3,300

Club

Facility

Project

Cost GST Inc ($) (ex-in-kind labour)

Funds Requested ($)

Club / Other Contribution ($)

Shoalhaven United Football Club

Lyrebird Park - Nowra

Fencing and minor works - Field 4.

$31,060

$20,040

$10,020

Berry Riding Club

Berry Equestrian Centre

Construct two watercourse crossings.

$29,844.10

$19,844.10

$10,000

Illaroo Football Club

Sharman Park - North Nowra

Install boundary fence.

$19,772.94

$13,181.96

$6,590.98

Shoalhaven Rugby Football Club

Rugby Park - South Nowra

Construct storage shed and gym.

$96,910

$50,000

$38,000

Kangaroo Valley Tennis Club

Floodlighting upgrade.

$25,200

$16,800

$8,400

Sussex Inlet Cricket Club

Thomson St Sporting Complex

Construct equipment shed.

$49,961

$33,307.33

$16,653.66

Huskisson Vincentia Football Club

Huskisson Sportsground

Goal posts and fencing upgrade.

$19,722.56

$13,148.37

$6,574.19

Milton Ulladulla JRLFC

Ulladulla Sports Park - Field 1

Construct Team and Scorekeeper's Shelters.

$6,600

$4,400

$2,200

Sussex Inlet & District RLFC Inc

Finkernagel Oval - Sussex Inlet

Install Player Dugouts (first priority).

$16,728

$11,128

$5,600

Sussex Inlet & District RLFC Inc

Finkernagel Oval - Sussex Inlet

Extend Covered area of Canteen (second priority).

$28,785

$18,785

$10,000

Bay & Basin Cricket Club

Sanctuary Point Oval

Repair, replace and paint picket fence.

$3,100

$2,050

$1,050

Milton Ulladulla RLFC

Bill Andriske Oval - Mollymook

Minor works.

$17,000

$7,700

$3,300

Community Engagement

The 2023 / 24 Sports Grants Program was opened for applications from all sporting groups and peak bodies on 3 April 2023. Reminder notifications were sent to these contacts on 1 May 2023 and 1 June 2023 to encourage a healthy uptake of the grant. The Sports Grants Program was also promoted on Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness website and social pages to provide further outreach to potential applicants.

Initial Review of Applications

Applications are assessed against the weighting criteria to determine the application’s alignment with the policy. This includes Council’s compliance requirements, strategic plans, project readiness, club funding and in-kind contribution and project benefits to the community.

The below table demonstrates applications which have either been assessed as ineligible for funding or have been withdrawn by the applicant. These projects have not been included in the Weighted Score Evaluation. See Table 2 below.

Table 2 – Ineligible Applications.

Note, the below applications were determined ineligible and therefore are not included in Attachment 2.

Applicant	Reason for Ineligibility	Value of Funding Request
Milton Ulladulla Rugby League Football Club	Late Submission.	$7,700
Kangaroo Valley Tennis Club	Does not meet Policy.	$16,800
Sussex Inlet & District RLFC	Second priority. Application withdrawn by club.	$18,785
Bay and Basin Cricket Club	Maintenance Project. Does not meet Policy.	$2,050

Policy Implications

The following projects did not adhere to the Sports Grants Policy (Attachment 1).

1. Milton Ulladulla Rugby League Football Club – Late submission.

2. Kangaroo Valley Tennis Club – Club funding source ineligible.

3. Bay and Basin Cricket Club – Maintenance request.

Financial Implications

2023 / 24 Sports Grants Program allocated budget.	$100,000
Total funding requested under the 2023 / 24 Sports Grants Program, for 16 projects identified in this report.	$309,574.43
Total funding request of four recommended projects.	$99,189.67
Funding request that will not be supported if the four recommended projects are approved.	$210,384.76

Risk Implications

There are no foreseen risk implications with the four nominated applications.

Shoalhaven Sports Board – Wednesday 29 November 2023

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SB23.17 Shoalhaven Sports Board - Current Projects Update (City Lifestyles)

HPERM Ref: D23/398051

Department: Recreation Projects - Planning & Delivery

Approver: Jane Lewis, Director - City Lifestyles

Reason for Report

The purpose of this report is to update the Shoalhaven Sports Board on current capital works projects, grant processes and planned maintenance activities related to the provision of sports infrastructure in the Shoalhaven Local Government Area.

Recommendation (Item to be determined under delegated authority)

That the Shoalhaven Sports Board receive the Current Projects Update (City Lifestyles) report for information.

Options

1. Adopt the Recommendation, as proposed.

Implications: NIL.

2. Adopt an alternative Recommendation.

Implications: To be confirmed, pending the contents of the Recommendation(s). To note, the Board would need to propose clear direction(s) for staff activities / outputs, which would then be referred for Council’s endorsement at a future Council Ordinary Meeting.

Background

The City Lifestyles directorate is responsible for the regular operations, maintenance and development of sporting infrastructure under the care and control of Shoalhaven City Council (Council-owned land and Crown Land). These facilities range from flagship leisure centres in Nowra, Vincentia and Ulladulla, to sporting precincts and community facilities across the municipality.

Information (for the current reporting period to end October 2023) about key sport and recreation projects / facilities is provided in this report, including:

· Table 1: Overview of capital works projects.

· Table 2: Capital works projects (planned, commenced, and recently completed).

· Table 3: Sportsgrounds Maintenance Programs.

· Table 4: Planning and Proposed Events at Council Sites.

· Table 5: Grants (foreshadowed, application commenced, application submitted [and under consideration] and results).

Table 1: Overview of Capital Works Projects (further details presented in Table 2)

Ref. No.	PROJECT NAME	ESTIMATED COMPLETION DATE
01	Ulladulla Croquet Courts (Milton Ulladulla Croquet Club)	March 2024
02	Milton Showground Roads	Completed September 2023.
03	Artie Smith Oval (Southern SCaRP)	End of 2023.
04	Maintenance Subsidy Reviews	November 2023.
05	Management Committee Workshops	November 2023.
06	Floodlight Upgrades - Various	December 2023.
07	Showground Stimulus Grant Funding (SSGF) – NSW Resilience	April 2024.
08	Ulladulla Skate Park	Pending RFT 2024 / 25.
09	Bay & Basin Skate Park (Bay & Basin Leisure Centre)	Pending RFT 2024 / 25.
10	Drainage Upgrades	May 2024.
11	Sports Grants Program (Capital Works)	June 2024.
12	Berry Showground – Draft Master Plan	June 2024.
13	Crown Land Plan of Management – Sportsgrounds	June 2024.
14	Francis Ryan Reserve (Bob Proudfoot Pavilion)	Pending RFT August 2024.
15	Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan Review	December 2024.
16	Boongaree (Stage 5 & 7)	Pending RFT December 2024.
17	Shoalhaven Community and Sports Precinct (SCaRP) – Northern Section Detailed Design Stage	December 2024.
18	Bay & Basin Leisure Centre Redevelopment	TBC.
19	Bomaderry Basketball Stadium Refurbishment	TBC.

01. ULLADULLA CROQUET COURTS (MILTON ULLADULLA CROQUET CLUB)
Project Description	Milton Ulladulla Croquet Club (MUCC) currently occupies land (embellished with croquet courts and a temporary clubhouse) at Milton Showground. New croquet courts were delivered at the Ulladulla Sports Park to enable MUCC to move to a more suitable, centralised location to enable the Club to expand its program of competitions and community activities. Land currently occupied by the Club at Milton Showground is to be repurposed for alternative community use. Development Application (DA) Reference: DA22/1363
Location	Common Name: Ulladulla Sports Park and Milton Showground. Street Address: Camden Street, Ulladulla & Croobyar Road, Milton.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: Unfunded. Funding Source(s): To be identified.
Current Status	Croquet courts at Ulladulla Sports Park – Delivered. Clubhouse facilities: Investigations are ongoing with MUCC to identify an acceptable temporary solution and to facilitate relocation of MUCC activities to new courts at the Ulladulla Sports Park as soon as possible. Continue to look for funding opportunities to deliver DA approved permanent clubhouse facilities.
Key Milestones	1. Delivery of new croquet courts at Ulladulla Sports Park (complete). 2. Establishment of temporary clubhouse facilities at Ulladulla Sports Park. 3. Decommissioning of court and clubhouse facilities at Milton Showground.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Consultation with directly affected project stakeholders, including the Board of MUCC. Date: Ongoing. Objectives: Inform and consult with stakeholders in relation to identification of acceptable temporary and permanent clubhouse solutions. Status: Ongoing. Outcomes: Delivery of temporary clubhouse facilities to allow relocation of Club to Ulladulla Sports Park.
Issues	Supply of temporary accommodation will be reliant on grant funding.
Next Phase	Identify funding to establish temporary croquet clubhouse facilities at Ulladulla Sports Park.
Project Completion Date	Funding dependent.

02. MILTON SHOWGROUND ROADS
Project Description	Upgrades to internal roads on the western side of Milton Showground.
Location	Common Name: Milton Showground. Street Address: Croobyar Road, Milton.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $1,954,867. Funding Source(s): Capital Budget, Local Roads & Community Infrastructure Phase 2.
Current Status	Completed.
Key Milestones	Construction Complete – 21 September 2023. Camping back onsite – 22 September 2023.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Letters, Council’s Get Involved Page. Objectives: Inform stakeholders of project. Outcomes: Community is informed.
Issues	NIL – Construction is complete.
Next Phase	NIL – Construction is complete.
Project Completion Date	21 September 2023.

03. ARTIE SMITH OVAL (SCaRP)
Project Description	Artie Smith Oval redevelopment works form part of the Shoalhaven Recreation and Community Precinct and will deliver: · New AFL / cricket field and pavilion clubhouse and amenities.   · Cricket practice facilities.   · Four croquet courts, clubhouse and amenities. · Open space embellishments, including play and exercise equipment, landscaping, pathways and seating furniture. · Onsite car parking. · Perimeter security fencing.
Location	Common Name: Artie Smith Oval. Street Address: 84 Cambewarra Rd, Bomaderry.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $20M. Funding Source(s): General Fund & Loans ($12M), Bushfire Local Economic Recovery Fund ($8M, co-funded by Australian & NSW Governments).
Current Status	Construction commenced November 2021.
Key Milestones	Concept design – 100% complete. Detailed design – 100% complete. Development consent – 100% complete. Construction certificate – 100% complete. Tender – 100% complete. Construction – 99% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Public Exhibition of DA plans Date: February 2021. Objectives: Feedback to inform detailed design. Status: Complete. Outcomes: Detailed design phase commenced April 2018.
Issues	Operational Resources (under recruitment).
Next Phase	Completion of post-construction works, fit out and wicket renovation followed by soft opening and passive activity until the end of 2023. Official opening scheduled for February 2024.
Project Completion Date	End of 2023.

04. MAINTENANCE SUBSIDY REVIEWS
Project Description	Review of maintenance subsidies for sportsground Management Committees by Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness (SSSF) Custodial Managers in consultation with Management Committees. Financial statements, including projected income and expenses for the Financial Year are reviewed and subsidies are determined for Management Committee expenditure on operational maintenance requirements.
Location	Per Management Committee-run facility and SSSF custodial area.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: Budgets vary per Management Committee. Funding Source(s): Annual operational budgets.
Current Status	On track.
Key Milestones	2022 / 23 Financial statements submitted to Council – 82% complete. 2023 / 24 Budget Projections submitted to Council – 37% complete. Quarter 1 2023 – Staff meet with Management Committees and determine subsidy funding for 2023 / 24 Financial Year – 37% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Staff meet with Management Committees. Date: Annually – from Quarter 1 onwards. Objectives: Discuss subsidy funding amounts. Status: Pending budget projections submitted to Council. Outcomes: Agreement on subsidy funding for 2023 / 24 FY.
Issues	Maintenance subsidy funding is contingent on budget projections and available operational budgets. Finding suitable times for volunteer Management Committee members to discuss can be challenging.
Next Phase	Financial statements and budget projections are pending. Upon receipt, staff will meet and review subsidy funding with Management Committees.
Project Completion Date	Ongoing – TBC.

05. MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE WORKSHOPS
Project Description	Annual workshops for all Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness Management Committee members commenced 2018 to strengthen Management Committee model, including: · Acknowledge volunteer contributions. · Facilitate and encourage strong working relationships between Council staff and volunteers. · Discuss project development. · Review compliance policies and procedures.
Location	Three workshops: Northern, Central and Southern Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness areas.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $1,000. Funding Source(s): Operational Budget.
Current Status	Northern – Complete. Central – Complete. Southern – Scheduled for 23 November 2023.
Key Milestones	Planning – Agenda, venues, catering, invitations – 100% complete. Conduct workshops, compile feedback and review – 60% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Conduct workshop. Date: October – November 2023. Objectives: Obtain feedback from volunteers to strengthen Management Committee model. Status: Planning underway. Outcomes: Collate feedback and review workshop provision and Management Committee procedures.
Issues	Reduced volunteer participation.
Next Phase	Dates and locations to be identified and invitations issued.
Project Completion Date	December 2023.

06. FLOODLIGHTING UPGRADES
Project Description	Upgrade floodlighting at sports grounds to ensure facilities meet sporting code guidelines for floodlight illumination.
Location	South Nowra Soccer Fields 4 & 5	Crookhaven Park Soccer	Kangaroo Valley Showground
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $452,000 Funding Source(s): Council Capital Budget ($113,000). Office of Sport Female Friendly Facilities ($339,000).	Project Budget: $360,000 Funding Source(s): Stronger Country Communities Round 5.	Project Budget: $360,000 Funding Source(s): Stronger Country Communities Round 5.
Current Status	Delivered.	On track.	On track.
Key Milestones	Design 100% complete. Procurement 100% complete. Construction 100% complete.	Design 100% complete. Procurement 100% complete. Construction 60% complete.	Design 100% complete. Procurement 100% complete. Construction 20% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.
Issues	NIL.	NIL.	NIL.
Next Phase	N/A.	Complete construction.	Award contract.
Project Completion Date	September 2023.	November 2023.	December 2023.

07. SHOWGROUND STIMULUS GRANT FUNDING (SSGF) – NSW RESILIENCE
Project Description	30 showground infrastructure maintenance / upgrade projects funded through Showground Stimulus Grant Funding (SSGF) following the Black Summer fires. Commenced: May 2020.
Location	Kangaroo Valley, Berry, Nowra and Milton Showgrounds
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $1,462,230 total. Funding Source(s): Showground Stimulus Phases 1, 1B, 2 and 2B.
Current Status	Berry Showground Animal Nursery – Extension requested to December 2023. Development Application lodged October 2023. All other projects are completed.
Key Milestones	30 June 2023 – Submission of final project reports – 100% complete. 31 December 2023 – Delivery and final project report for Berry Showground Animal Nursery – Extension request submitted.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Broad consultation with Showground Management Committees, Show Societies and user groups. Date: Throughout 2020 and 2021. Objectives: Establish maintenance and upgrade priorities at Showgrounds. Status: Complete. Outcomes: 30 projects identified for grant applications.
Issues	Berry Showground Animal Nursery – Initial non-compliant design and subsequent design and construction supply constraints have delayed the project.
Next Phase	Complete delivery of Berry Showground Animal Nursery.
Project Completion Date	April 2024.

08. ULLADULLA SKATE PARK
Project Description	Existing, aging skatepark facilities at the Ulladulla Sports Park are to be demolished and replaced. It has been identified that existing skate park infrastructure requires extensive capital and operational investment to maintain service provision. The vision for Ulladulla Skate Park redevelopment will celebrate the unique geographic location and environmental heritage of the region while providing contemporary social interaction opportunities for the whole community. Skate features include: · Individual skate zones. · Deep competition bowl. · Bowl platform features. · Street plaza skate features. · Feature vert wall. Planned capital work will include (but not limited to): · Demolition of the existing skate park. · Construction of a new skate park. · Including ground preparation. · Drainage. · Concrete works. · Granite coping and pool tiles. · Installation of steelworks. · Concrete footpaths. · Shade structures and furniture.
Location	Common Name: Ulladulla Sports Park. Street Address: Camden Street, Ulladulla.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $3,329,900. Funding Source(s): Loan Funding, SCCF3 ($87,624), MSCFF ($1.5M).
Current Status	On track.
Key Milestones	Detailed Design – 100% complete. Tender – Pending (anticipated advertising date mid 2024).
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Online survey. Date: August 2020. Objectives: Have your say on proposed concept design prepared by Convic. Status: Complete. Outcomes: Skate park design will consider obstacles for all skill levels, beginners and advanced. Plans revised to reflect community feedback, including: · Competition bowl. · Vert wall or a similar iconic feature. · Flowing transition. · Spine. · Mini ramps. · Functional street features.
Issues	Storm water conflict with Shoalhaven Water REMS line (mitigation investigations ongoing).
Next Phase	Tender to be advertised in combination with the tender for Bay & Basin Skate Park (Bay & Basin Leisure Centre).
Project Completion Date	2024 / 25 (to be confirmed, pending outcome of tender processes).

09. BAY & BASIN SKATE PARK
Project Description	Works will include (but are not limited to) construction of a new skate park at the Bay & Basin Leisure Centre including: · Ground preparation. · Drainage. · Concrete works. · Granite coping and pool tiles. · Steelwork. · Concrete footpaths. · Shades structures. · Seating.
Location	Common Name: Bay & Basin Leisure Centre. Street Address: 167A The Wool Road, Vincentia.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $660,000. Funding Source(s): General Fund and S7.11 Capital Works Budget.
Current Status	On track.
Key Milestones	Detailed design – 100% complete. Tender – Preparation 90% complete; advertisement mid-2024.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Pre-design consultation with future users & draft concept design consultation. Date: 20 July to October 2020 (adapted to pandemic conditions). Objectives: Educate and inspire the community on possible inclusions for the new facility and provide insight into the project parameters, opportunities and constraints. This was followed by an online questionnaire that allowed the community to provide feedback for the facility based on the information outlined in the video. Status: Completed (October 2020). Outcomes: Concept and detailed design amended to reflect user feedback.
Issues	Escalating construction costs. Co-located with Bay & Basin Leisure Centre. Contractor parking.
Next Phase	Request for tender
Project Completion Date	2024 / 25 (to be confirmed, pending outcome of tender processes).

10. DRAINAGE UPGRADES
Project Description	Installation of sports field drainage to playing surfaces to improve playability of existing turf surfaces.
Location	Callala Sportsground	Bill Andriske Oval	Frogs Holla Sporting Complex
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $150,000. Funding Source(s): Capital Funding.	Project Budget: $170,000. Funding Source(s): Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5.	Project Budget: $295,000. Funding Source(s): Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5.
Current Status	Complete.	On track.	On track.
Key Milestones	Detailed Design 100% complete. Construction 100% complete.	Detailed Design 100% complete. Tendering 100% complete.	Detailed Design 100% complete. Tender package 10% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.
Issues	Wet weather delayed project. Project previously on hold to allow winter sport use of the facility.	NIL.	NIL.
Next Phase	N/A.	Tender review.	Tendering.
Project Completion Date	November 2023.	January 2024.	May 2024.

10. DRAINAGE UPGRADES CONTINUED
Project Description	Installation of sports field drainage to playing surfaces to improve playability of existing turf surfaces.
Location	Francis Ryan Oval	Rugby Park	Thomson Street Sporting Complex
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $250,000. Funding Source(s): Local Roads & Community Infrastructure Phase 2.	Project Budget: $358,000. Funding Source(s): Essential Community Sports Assets Program.	Project Budget: $358,000. Funding Source(s): Essential Community Sports Assets Program.
Current Status	On track.	On track.	On track.
Key Milestones	Detailed Design 100% complete. Construction 70% complete.	Detailed Design 100% complete. Tender package 100% complete. Contract awarded. Site establishment end October 2023	Detailed Design 100% complete. Tender package 100% complete. Contract awarded. Site establishment mid December 2023
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.	Engagement Activity: Stakeholders and sporting user groups updated on project and program. Date: Ongoing.
Issues	Wet weather delayed project. Project previously on hold to allow winter sport use of the facility.	Potential that no suitable tender submission is received. Wet weather has the potential to delay the project.	Potential that no suitable tender submission is received. Wet weather has the potential to delay the project.
Next Phase	Completion of construction.	Contract commencement onsite.	Contract commencement onsite.
Project Completion Date	December 2023.	31 January 2024.	31 January 2024.

11. SPORTS GRANTS PROGRAM (CAPITAL WORKS)
Project Description	The Sports Grants Program (Capital Works) is a grant opportunity available to Shoalhaven-based sporting groups that meet the provisions of the Shoalhaven City Council ‘Sports Grants Program (Capital Works)’ policy. Grant recipients can undertake design for new infrastructure or improvements to existing fixed assets on Council managed land.
Location	Multiple sites, locations specific to approved applications
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $100,000. Funding Source(s): General Fund 106203 – Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness (SSSF) – Sports Capital Works Partnership Program.
Current Status	On track.
Key Milestones	Advertising Period: 1 April – 30 June 2023 (closed). Report recommendations to Shoalhaven Sports Board: 29 November 2023. Invoice successful applicants for their contribution: December 2023. Issue purchase orders and begin project commencement: January - June 2024.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Direct emails to club secretaries, advertisements on Shoalhaven Swim Sport Fitness social pages. Date: 3 April 2023, 1 May 2023 and 1 June 2023. Objectives: Inform the community about the grant opportunity and encourage them to make an application for funding Status: Application period closed 30 June 2023. 15 applications received, 3-person grant panel evaluating submissions ahead of submitting a report to Shoalhaven Sports Board detaining recommendations. Outcomes: 15 applications received. Up from five applications in 2022 / 23.
Issues	There may not be sufficient funding to support all projects.
Next Phase	Evaluate applications and present report of recommendations to Shoalhaven Sports Board.
Project Completion Date	Target date for completion of supported projects is 30 June 2024

12. BERRY SHOWGROUND MASTER PLAN
Project Description	Shoalhaven City Council is developing a Plan of Management (PoM) and a Master Plan for Berry Showground. Council, and the Berry Showground Management Committee, have prepared a draft Master Plan for the Berry Showground. This document provides an overview of how the site will be managed and developed into the future. Note: Council plans to deliver Master Plans for all four showgrounds in the Shoalhaven, including: · Kangaroo Valley Showground (Osborne Park) – Yet to commence. · Berry Showground – Subject of this update. · Nowra Showground – Complete, refer to previous reports. · Milton Showground – Yet to commence.
Location	Common Name: Berry Showground. Street Address: 35 Alexandra Street, Berry.
Budget/Funding	Operational Budget.
Key Milestones	· Draft Master Plan – 100% complete. · Community Engagement Planning – 100% complete. · Review of Engagement Activity Results – 100% complete. · Amendments to Draft Master Plan and Master Plan Report – 50% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Public Exhibition and Survey. Date: 17 July to 13 August 2023. Objectives: Determine support for the draft Berry Showground Master Plan. Status: Complete. Outcomes: Amendments to draft Master Plan required (in progress).
Issues	NIL.
Current Status	On track
Next Phase	· Completion amendments to draft Master Plan and report based on community feedback. · Report to Council’s Ordinary Meeting (Date TBC).
Project Completion Date	June 2024.

13. CROWN LAND PLANS OF MANAGEMENT – SPORTSGROUNDS
Project Description	In 2018, legislation amendments came into effect regarding the management of Crown Land under the care and control of Local Governments. As a result, all Crown reserves where a council is the nominated Crown Land Manager must be managed as if it were public land under the Local Government Act 1993. Accordingly, a Plan of Management (PoM) is being prepared for all Crown Land under Council’s care and control where the reserve purpose is identified as sportsground.
Location	Municipality-wide (multiple locations).
Budget/Funding	Operational Budget.
Key Milestones	Crown Land Plan of Management – Sportsgrounds – 50% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Public Exhibition (Survey). Date: N/A. Objectives: Determine support for the Draft PoM. Status: Engagement Planning yet to commence. Outcomes: N/A.
Issues	Aligning draft PoM’s with new Crown Lands templates.
Current Status	On track.
Next Phase	Submit amended PoM to Crown Lands.
Project Completion Date	June 2024.

14. FRANCIS RYAN RESERVE (BOB PROUDFOOT PAVILION)
Project Description	Demolition and rebuild of sportsground amenities at Francis Ryan Reserve, Sanctuary Point. Features of the new facility include: · Accessible public amenities. · Change rooms. · Gym space. · Storage. · Communications box. · Kiosk.
Location	Common Name: Francis Ryan Reserve. Street Address: Kerry Street, Sanctuary Point 2540.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $1,598,000. Funding Source(s): Stronger Country Communities Grant LD9668 ($398,000), Council Funding – General Fund and Loans $1.2M.
Current Status	On track.
Key Milestones	Concept design – 100% complete. Detailed design – 99% complete. Tender – 90% complete, preparation commenced. Construction – Yet to commence.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Pre-concept design engagement activity; public exhibition of proposed concept design. Date: June / July 2020 and August / September 2021. Objectives: Capture community feedback to inform concept designs; public exhibition provides the community an opportunity to comment on the concept design. Status: Complete. Outcomes: Plans amended to reflect community feedback (including internal layouts and gym configuration).
Issues	· Carparking. · Use of field by sporting groups during construction. · Flood light use during construction. · Escalating construction costs.
Next Phase	Request for Tender (RFT) – Tender processes being prepared.
Project Completion Date	August 2024.
15. COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGIC PLAN REVIEW
Project Description	The Community Infrastructure Strategic Plan (CISP) is a guiding document for community infrastructure across the Shoalhaven Local Government Area. The CISP allows Councillors and staff to prioritise investment in development / redevelopment of community infrastructure, informed by a base of evidence relating to: · Population data. · Current provision. · Needs analysis. · Projected population statistics. · Contemporary best-practice urban planning approaches and more. The CISP informs Council’s Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP). The current CISP is a 20-year plan (2017 – 2036) and was endorsed by Council in 2017. Work to develop the current revision of the CISP was commenced in 2015. There is a need to review and update the CISP to ensure: · Strategic alignment with the most up-to-date policies and strategies of Council, State and Federal governments. · Reflective of current population data (including interruptions to previously projected population statistics that have arisen as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic). · Consistent with changes in community expectations relating to the provision of community / social infrastructure (accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic).
Location	Municipality wide
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $50,000. Funding Source(s): General Fund.
Current Status	Project planning: Commenced.
Key Milestones	· Agree project scope and methodology. · Engage suitably qualified and experienced consultant to undertake necessary research, data collection, and to prepare documentation in line with deliverables outlined in the agreed scope. · Review of draft CISP and report to Council. · Engagement activities and report to Council. · Receipt of final draft and report to Council.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: To be determined. Date: To be determined. Objectives: To be determined. Status: To be determined. Outcomes: To be determined.
Issues	· Adequacy of funding to fully complete. · Progress dependant on recruitment of staff (recruitment activity commenced October 2023).
Next Phase	· Appoint Strategic Asset Advisor. · Define project scope and agree methodology.
Project Completion Date	December 2024.

16. BOONGAREE STAGE 5 (Junior Sports Fields) & STAGE 7 (Senior Sports Fields)
Project Description	The scope of works for Boongaree Stages 5 & 7 includes upgrading existing sports grounds on the corner of North Street and Woodhill Mountain Road, Berry. Stage 5 will include: · Junior field (up to age 11) for rugby league, soccer and cricket. · Additional carparking and long-vehicle parking facilities. Stage 7 will include: · A senior multi-use field with realigned cricket pitch. · Upgraded lighting for senior rugby league games. · Additional carparking infrastructure adjacent to North Street. Both fields are designed to have integrated irrigation and drainage, incorporating above-ground tanks for water capture and supply to each field.
Location	Common Name: Boongaree. Street Address: 143-155 North Street, Berry
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $5.3M (all stages). Funding Source(s): MSCFF-21/22-0127 Grant ($1.8M) and Loan Funding ($3.7M)
Current Status	On track.
Key Milestones	Detailed design – 98% complete.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Council staff to engage with sporting groups that utilise existing sporting facilities at Boongaree. Date: November – December 2023. Objectives: To receive feedback from sporting groups in relation to asset utilisation and condition. Status: Engagement planning commenced. Outcomes: N/A.
Issues	· Parking design. · Stormwater. · Council resolution – Long Vehicle Parking. · Escalating construction costs post 2018 Master Plan. · Tender to be released in separable portions.
Next Phase	Tender.
Project Completion Date	December 2024.

17. SHOALHAVEN COMMUNITY & RECREATION PRECINCT (SCaRP) - NORTH
Project Description	In 2015, Council engaged consultants Acclimate to develop a Master Plan for both the northern and southern sections of Cambewarra Road. This Master Plan was endorsed by Council in December 2016. New facilities will provide a multipurpose, flexible, inclusive space and will include, at a minimum: · Community Hub with entry foyer, retail space, café, offices, community and professional spaces and creche/long day care. · Recreational water area with a 50 metre, 8 lane, indoor pool, a Learn to Swim pool and a children beach entry pool. · Synthetic athletics track and two senior rugby league fields with associated change rooms and amenities, storage, viewing, seating, connecting pathways, carparking and landscaping. Council will seek suitably qualified professionals to develop the concept and detailed design plans for the northern section of SCaRP. This process commenced in September 2023 and is now on hold. Construction of new facilities is planned to commence mid-2025 (subject to funding).
Location	Common name: Shoalhaven Recreation and Community Precinct – North (SCaRP North). Street Address: 127 Cambewarra Road, Bomaderry.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: NIL. Funding Source(s): TBC, pending outcomes of finance review.
Current Status	Project planning: 10% complete – on hold.
Key Milestones	Project kick-off: September 2023 – on hold.
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: TBC. Date: TBC. Objectives: TBC. Status: TBC. Outcomes: TBC.
Issues	Funding.
Next Phase	Recommence project planning.
Project Completion Date	December 2024 (detailed design only, subject to funding).

18. BAY & BASIN LEISURE CENTRE REDEVELOPMENT
Project Description	In 2016 Council engaged consultants Group GSA to develop a Master Plan for the Bay & Basin Leisure Centre. In 2021, Council resolved to progress designs for the redevelopment of the Bay & Basin Leisure Centre to include: · Learn to Swim pool. · Extension to the gym. · Community meeting rooms. · Improvements to the existing pool and amenities. · Sportsground precinct upgrades including the addition of netball courts, cricket practice wickets, and amenities. · Landscaping. · Carparking. CO-OP Studio is engaged for this phase of works.
Location	Common Name: Bay & Basin Leisure Centre. Street Address: 167A The Wool Road, Vincentia.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $30 – 40M (cost estimate only – to be confirmed, pending clarification of scope of works). Funding Source(s): $900,000 (loan) for design and investigate.
Current Status	Concept design – 100% complete. Engagement Activity – 50% complete (commenced 30 October 2023). Detailed design – 0% complete (yet to commence). Construction – 0% complete (yet to commence) – unfunded.
Key Milestones	Engagement activities (ongoing).
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Inform and consult campaign regarding outcome of concept design process and utilisation (online survey). Date: 30 October 2023 – 26 November 2023. Objectives: Inform and consult general public about outcome of concept design phase, next steps, anticipated project timeline through to completion. Status: Commenced. Outcomes: Yet to be determined.
Issues	Design phase on track. Construction unfunded.
Next Phase	Review outcomes of community engagement activity. Commence detail design.
Project Completion Date	TBC – pending allocation of sufficient funding to support implementation

19. BOMADERRY BASKETBALL STADIUM – REFURBISHMENT
Project Description	The old Bomaderry Basketball Stadium was originally constructed in 1966 and is no longer in use as the facility does not meet current sporting code or building code requirements. Plans are being progressed to refurbish the stadium and to build on the success of the recently opened Shoalhaven Indoor Sports Centre. DA Reference: RA22/1004.
Location	Common Name: Bomaderry Basketball Stadium, Shoalhaven Community and Recreation Precinct (SCaRP). Street Address: 84 Cambewarra Road, Bomaderry.
Budget/Funding	Project Budget: $8.5 – 10M. Funding Source(s): Unfunded – To investigate external funding sources (future grants) – TBD.
Current Status	Internal coordination ongoing re. progression of Construction Certificate processes and deliverables
Key Milestones	· Concept design – 100% complete. · Detailed design – 100% complete · Development consent – 100% complete · Construction certificate – 75% complete · Tender – 0% complete, yet to commence · Construction – 0% complete, yet to commence – unfunded
Engagement Activities	Engagement Activity: Stakeholder workshops, direct stakeholder engagement. Date: Ongoing through to completion of detailed design stage. Objectives: Stakeholder input to inform project planning and detailed design. Status: Complete. Outcomes: Coordinated solution to internal floorplan, court layouts, line markings, spectator seating, roofline, façade expression and internal fit out.
Issues	Construction unfunded / grant dependant.
Next Phase	Tender. Construction.
Project Completion Date	TBC – Pending allocation of sufficient funding.

Table 3: Sportsground Maintenance Programs

Fertilizer and Soil Amendments.

Lighthouse Oval – Top and bottom fields.

Ulladulla Sports Park – AFL, top and bottom rugby league fields.

Yulunga Reserve, Manyana.

Bill Andriske Oval.

Top Dressing Program

Lighthouse Oval – Top field.

Frogs Holla – Western field.

Broadleaf Herbicide Program

Yulunga Reserve.

Milton Showground.

Frogs Holla Sporting Complex – All fields.

Bill Andriske Oval.

Lighthouse Oval – All fields.

Ulladulla Sports Park Complex – All fields.

Kioloa Bawley Point Sportsground.

Table 4: Planned and Proposed Events at Council Sites

Event	Venue	Month
Council's three year sponsorship with NSW Cricket Foundation is confirmed and will see Artie Smith Oval host three T20 cricket fixtures and an Indigenous Youth Program. The official opening of Artie Smith Oval is intended to coincide with the first fixture in early February 2024. The event will include the men's and women's Sydney Sixers and Sydney Thunder T20 fixtures following the youth program in the first half of the day.	Artie Smith Oval	February 2024

Grants

Table 5 (below) provides a summary of grant applications, their status, funding sought, funding received and status of the works (for the current reporting period to end June 2023).

Table 5: Grants

Funding Program	Projects Submitted	Funding Sought	Status	Comment
Showground Stimulus Round 2	Berry Showground – Animal Nursery – Replace existing building removing internal pillars.	$76,282	Successful	DA submitted.
Club Grants 3	Nowra Croquet Club – development of croquet courts.	$300,000	Successful	Complete.
Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Rounds 2	Milton Showground – Upgrade of Roadways.	$400,000	Successful	Works complete.
NSW Government Multisport facility Fund	Boongaree – Stages 5 & 7. Junior sports field and senior sports fields (with associated carparking) Berry.	$1,821,398	Successful	Design works nearing completion.
NSW Government Multisport facility Fund	Ulladulla Sports Park – All wheels skatepark.	$1.5M	Successful	Tender documentation being developed.
NSW Government Open Spaces Program	Marriott Park Playground.	$300,000	Successful	Funds returned to grant body.
BLERF	Nowra Showground.	$1,140,484	Successful	Design works underway.
BLERF	Berry Showground.	$1,200,965	Successful	Design works underway.
BLERF	Milton Showground.	$763,628	Successful	Design works underway.
BLERF	Kangaroo Valley Showground.	$930,290	Successful	Design works underway.
NSW Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5 (SCCF5)	Bill Andriske Oval Sub-surface Drainage.	$170,000	Successful	Tender evaluation underway.
SCCF5	Frogs Holla Sporting Complex Sub-surface Drainage.	$295,000	Successful	Works scheduled to commence May 2024.
SCCF5	Crookhaven Park Soccer Floodlights.	$360,000	Successful	Construction underway.
SCCF5	Kangaroo Valley Showground Floodlights.	$360,000	Successful	Construction underway.
SCCF5	Lighthouse Oval (Lower Field) Floodlights.	$100,000	Successful	Complete.
NSW Office of Sport	South Nowra Football Fields Floodlights.	$339,075	Successful	Construction underway.
NSW Office of Sport	Rugby Park Sub-Surface Drainage.	$358,248	Successful	Construction underway.
NSW Office of Sport	Thomson Street Sporting Complex Sub-surface Drainage.	$358,248	Successful	Contract awarded.