Netballers will welcome the addition of new courts in Avalon to meet the growing demand for adequate training venues to service over 600 players of all ages in the area.

Thanks to the support of the NSW Government, who are funding the $560,000 project, Council will provide facilities to suit multiple users and sporting groups while also complementing the existing facilities at the site.

Once complete, two lit multi-use hardcourts will be in use at Avalon Beach Reserve, in addition to a half size basketball court and a grass netball court.

A connecting bridge will also be constructed adjacent to the Avalon skate park, to link the courts.

Northern Beaches Council Mayor Michael Regan said it was important the northern end of the peninsula had access to high quality sporting facilities.

“Council worked closely with the local community to identify the best location to install these new courts,” Mayor Regan said.

“With the beach and skate park in close proximity, Avalon Beach Reserve will become a popular recreational hub in its own right.

“The popularity of netball continues to grow and this facility will be a great addition to the area, complementing the proposed new netball and multi-use courts in Warriewood Valley as well as the existing Northern Beaches’ premier netball venue in North Curl Curl,’’ the Mayor said.

Work is due to commence on 18 November and weather permitting should be completed by mid-2020.