Refurbishment commences on Toowoomba’s $2.4 million Kearneys Spring Clubhouse

Toowoomba Regional Council has advised that work has commenced on a $2.4 million clubhouse refurbishment and pathways project at Kearneys Spring Recreation Reserve.

The new building will include a canteen, toilets, player and unisex changerooms with moveable walls to allow for different configurations, a multi-purpose room and storage areas.

There will also be wheelchair access to bathrooms with accessible pathways connecting to more than 500 metres of new shared pathways.

Demolition has begun of the old amenities block with construction of a new building expected to be finished by the end of the year.

Toowoomba Regional Council Community Development, Facilities and Tourism portfolio spokesperson Councillor James O’Shea advised “Council is investing in the city’s future, with $2.09 million for this clubhouse build, plus pathways, and an additional $10.3 million for parks and recreation projects across this financial year.

“This clubhouse isn’t just a physical investment by council in bricks and mortar infrastructure. Sport adds so much more to our community, building connections across our city and keeping people active and healthy.

“Council remains committed to developing infrastructure that will inspire future generations of players to potentially develop into the next generation of Australian sportsmen and women.

“The facility will also more sustainable going forward with the build focussing on increasing energy efficiency and reducing maintenance as part of the build.”

The Toowoomba softball, baseball and touch football communities were consulted on their future needs for the recreation reserve and some amendments had been made to the designs following feedback.

O’Shea added “the new clubhouse will be ready in time for the new year and I’m looking forward to cheering on the various teams as they settle into their new home.

“Kearneys Spring is a fantastic resource which allows community members from all walks of life to better connect. Sport is what brings many of us together and those friendships then flow into the wider community.”

Current competitions staged by the Toowoomba Touch Association and Toowoomba Softball Association are not expected to be impacted by the six-month build with temporary amenities in place during the building stage.