Stead Park Redevelopment

January 5, 2025

I have received some exciting news that I wish to share with you. 

 

The City of Greater Geelong and Development Victoria have contacted me to say we are able to have a normal winter season in 2025 with our Grand Final being on Saturday 13th September. 

 

The commencement date for the redevelopment is yet to be released by the State Government and will be done in due course.

 

They also said it is their intention for us to use the Lynette Williams pitch 2 during the redevelopment. If they have to use that pitch for any reason they will liaise with us well before time.  This means our 2025 season will be normal and the thought of having to contract our seasons and play games on grass has diminished. They also said if the Jim Kirk pitch 1 is finished early then we shall be able to use it.

 

Working with the City of Greater Geelong and Development Victoria has been incredibly rewarding  and easy. They are listening to us and reacting to our comments in a positive manner.

 

On this good news I wish all in our hockey community a Happy New Year.

 

Next year will be a pivotal year in our history with a redevelopment at Stead Park and Torquay that will be the envy of so many other associations and clubs.

 

Best wishes

Graeme Dent

President GHA