NSW MPs Jacqui Scruby and Michael Regan are working with Federal MP Sophie Scamps, to secure funding to fix Narrabeen synthetic athletics track.
The track was closed in December 2023 due to damage to the track surface making the track unsafe for use...
The three MPs today issued a joint statement on Tuesday March 4 which reads:
“The synthetic track at the Sydney Academy of Sport in Narrabeen was an important community facility, and widely used by local schools, and elite and recreational athletes from across the Northern Beaches and North Shore of Sydney. It has been unavailable for over a year now. There has been no public commitment of funds, project plan or timeline released for the remediation of the track. The lack of progress on remediation is frustrating for everyone.
The track is home to local athletics clubs and Manly Warringah Little Athletics. It allows athletes to train on competition standard facilities, vital for the development of elite athletes and future champions. Athletics is a popular sport that provides significant health benefits for young and old. It is also included in the NSW curriculum.
As the three MPs representing Narrabeen, and the surrounding communities, we have approached state and federal governments calling for them to recognise the importance of this sporting infrastructure by allocating funding in their upcoming budgets.”
Ms Scruby said, “We literally need to fast track this. The whole community, our athletes and school students are missing out. Since being elected, I’ve been hustling for funding and improved options for athletes training whilst the track is shut. In December a stakeholder consultation was held to define the design specifications to support a budget application. I’ve also worked to find better interim solutions, including discussions with private venues and council."