Auburn City Council is calling Expressions of Interest for shared use of the Progress Park Community and Sports Centre. Community groups, sports clubs and local organisations are eligible, with the aim to provide regular, ongoing, accessible programs for the local community.

 

The centre is a multipurpose facility specifically designed for community programs and sports events.

Community Development Officer Linda Boustani encourages interested groups to get involved and make submissions by 6th February.

 

“This is a great local facility with a main entertainment area for up to 60 people, a large community meeting room for up to 12 people, wheelchair access, an outdoor children’s play area, kitchen and change room facilities”, she said.

 

“Local organisations should take this opportunity to read over the eligibility criteria and make a submission. Council is happy to offer advice on applications and provide relevant information. Call 9735 1235 or visit www.auburn.nsw.gov.au for more information about the facility and sports grounds.”

To apply for regular use of the Centre, an organisation must be:
• An incorporated not-for-profit organisation;
• Covered by public liability insurance (up to $10 million); and
• Funded to provide community services from within the Auburn Local Government Area (LGA).

 

Eligibility assessment will cover the following criteria:
• Demonstrated experience in providing community programs to disadvantaged groups in the community;
• Proposed programs/services from the centre; and
• Capacity to pay fees as per Council’s 2011/12 Fees and Charges adopted by Council.

 

Initial Expressions of Interest will close Monday 6th February. Applications will be assessed by a Council staff panel and those shortlisted will be invited to an interview. Successful applicants will be notified by 13th February, to commence hire from February 20th. Reviews will take place after a 12-month period.

To learn more about the Expression of Interest Process or to obtain the Expression of Interest guidelines and form, please contact 9735 1235 or visit Council’s website: www.auburn.nsw.gov.au, going to: Community > Community Facilities.