Gippsland’s sporting infrastructure to be upgraded

The Victorian Government has announced a significant investment in Gippsland’s sporting infrastructure, as part of its $2 billion Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.

The investment includes big upgrades to four popular facilities in the area making sure more Gippslanders can play and watch their favourite sports.

Minister for Sport Steve Dimopoulos visited the Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium in Traralgon on Monday to announce the Gippsland Sports Package, which is delivering four projects across the region as part of the Labor Government’s Regional Sports Infrastructure Program.

The investment follows the scrapping of the 2026 Commonwealth Games by the Victorian Labor Government, which at the time promised still upgrade 15 regional sporting facilities despite the Games being canned.

Upgrades to the Gippsland Regional Indoor Sports Stadium will include four new playing courts and new lighting and technology for broadcasting. More players will benefit from upgrades to change room and toilets while new solar panels and skylights will ensure this project provides players have the facilities they need to succeed for generations to come.

From elite football to live music, the Gippsland Sports and Entertainment Park is a major sport and entertainment hub for the region – used by Melbourne Victory and for wrestling tournaments, concerts, expos and more.

A major upgrade will deliver a new pavilion and upgraded pitches complete with lighting and increased visitor capacity, boosting local jobs and businesses and the region’s economy as thousands of visitors flock to Gippsland to see their favourite sport and entertainment stars.

The Gippsland Sports Package is also delivering two more sports venue upgrades in Gippsland – including the Ted Summerton Reserve in Moe, which will benefit from a refurbished oval, lighting, amenities and terraces.

The Morwell Gun Club will also be boosted by a new shotgun trap shooting range and safety upgrades.

These projects will help increase sports participation among the Gippsland community and bring more elite sport to regional Victoria, supporting local businesses.

Further updates on the projects will be provided in the coming months, with first works to kick off later this year.

Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said, “We’re helping bring more grassroots and elite sporting competitions to Gippsland, increasing demand for accommodation and hospitality while giving a boost to local businesses.”