ABC Illawarra - $3 million in recreational facility upgrades in the Southern Highlands

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ABC ILLAWARRA

WEDNESDAY, 7 APRIL 2026

SUBJECTS: Southern Highlands, Hampden Park, Church Road Oval, David Wood Playing Field

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HOST: Southern Highlands toreceive $3 million in funding for upgrades under a federal government programme New lighting will be installed at Church Road Oval and David Woods Playing Field, while Hampton Park in Robertson will be funded for a pump track, skate park and children's play area. The federal member for Whitlam, Carol Berry, says the upgrades will benefit local communities.

CAROL BERRY MP: We work closely with Wingecarribee Council to get good alignment in terms of their priorities as well. So the upgrade of Hampton Park has been an important priority for Wingecarribee Shire Council. So the federal government is stepping up to provide some funding to bring that project to life.

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