Local cricketers will now be able to enjoy a first-class indoor cricket facility following the opening of the new Raby Indoor Cricket Centre.
The $5.2 million project has delivered six new lanes and nets, increasing the capacity of the Campbelltown-Camden District Ghosts Cricket Club’s elite development programs while also providing state of the art facilities for the wider community to use.
Mayor of Campbelltown Darcy Lound cut the ribbon to officially open the new facility at a special ceremony last week.
Also present for the ceremony were club president Morris Iemma, Cricket Australia head of infrastructure Fiona Baxter and local MPs Nathan Hagarty and Sally Quinnell.
“This new centre is a fantastic addition to the world-class facilities at Raby Sports Complex, ensuring local cricketers have the best opportunity possible to sharpen their skills in an elite environment,” Cr Lound said.
“It is important that young local athletes have access to pathways that can help them achieve their dreams while also providing local residents with great facilities to enjoy,” he said.
Member for Leppington Nathan Hagarty said the project is a win for the community.
“It will support our local cricketers, from juniors to elite players, with local facilities they need to thrive,’’ he said.
“It’s great to see all levels of government working together to deliver real outcomes for South Western Sydney.”
As well as being used by the Ghosts for training and development, the facility will also be available to book for coaching sessions and casual hire later this year.
The project was funded by Campbelltown Council, the NSW Government, Cricket Australia and Cricket NSW.
