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National Water Sports Centre (NWSC) Tower Upgrade

Full upgrade of the old tower and centre PA system

Project details

Suggested by: Jacalyn

Project partner: Victorian Drag Boat Club Inc

Budget

$198,024.00

Votes

90 votes received

This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.

A full upgrade of the tower at the National Water Sports Centre (NWSC) in Bangholme will ensure the building/fixtures inside and out are brought up to the relevant specifications including: • Repairing or replacing the floors, windows and doors. • Rewiring the tower, including an uninterruptable power supply (UPS) and appropriate power options on all levels. • Improving access and security including security cameras, secure access and security lighting. • Replacing the old and poor quality PA system with a new system and speakers so that everyone attending events can hear all information including safety announcements clearly.

A full upgrade of the tower has significant community benefits including:
• Supporting a wide variety of local, national and potentially international events, generating income for businesses in the area.
• Improved ability to use the NWSC later in the day because of security lighting.
• Improved viewing areas with views across the NWSC.
• Quality weather proof PA system will improve safety and ability to hear information about events on site.
• Potential (subject to relevant approval) that a local school/artists could paint the outside of the building to increase community participation and improve the look of the building.

Project details

Suggested by: Jacalyn

Project partner: Victorian Drag Boat Club Inc

Budget

$198,024.00

Votes

90 votes received

This project did not receive enough votes to be successful.

Comments

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Pun

16 Sep 2018

Yes yes yes ...make it happen!!!

Slylx

16 Sep 2018

Really needs to be done

SarahMorris

16 Sep 2018

Amazing idea

Sarziwarzi

16 Sep 2018

100% needed

Tara96

13 Sep 2018

This project and upgrade is vital to the national water sports centre from every prospective wether it be getting rid of an eye sore and replacing the tower with a much needed facelift or to add extra security and stability to those whom use this building on a regular basis, or finally having the necessities to efficiently use the tower in countless ways.
The local community and many others will greatly benefit from this project going ahead

Danny

07 Sep 2018

Excellent plan

Michael

07 Sep 2018

This project will really assist with helping the National Water Sports Centre reach its full potential as a major water sports aquatic facility that is truly unique to Victoria. The project to upgrade the tower and PA system will benefit all current and future users of the site and will act as an attractor for future events both at a local, state and national level.

BradNash

06 Sep 2018

These guys do a fantastic job , support the community, it’s a great asset

Project Owner

jmc

06 Sep 2018

Such a long overdue upgrade. Refurbishing the tower and installing a new PA system will have so many benefits for current users of the National Water Sports Centre and groups that want to use it but the facilities aren't suitable. This project really needs as many people as possible to vote to ensure the upgrades can happen.

wes

04 Sep 2018

What a fantastic initiative! Improving local facilities for local communities and user groups. The seating upgrade was the first capital improvement works on this facility I've seen in ages. Let's utilise and improve these wide open spaces as often as possible.

Graeme Watson

04 Sep 2018

A fabulous opportunity for the first major upgrade of the National Water Sports Centre since construction in 1989. Together with other Government Funding this will benefit all the User Groups, the Sporting Clubs and the Community. National and International Events will also be developed with financial and cultural benefits to enhance a great facility for all.

Bec Lee

04 Sep 2018

Much needed upgrade for a great place!!

Kaymc

02 Sep 2018

It will be great to see the tower upgraded and in particular a new PA system so my husband and I can hear announcements

Petermc

02 Sep 2018

Upgrading the tower will have huge benefits for the whole community, long overdue.

CarlyMarie493

31 Aug 2018

This is a crucial part of the community and it is in need of some serious some support. It would be amazing if we got the chance to fix it up

AlyshaJ

20 Aug 2018

much needed upgrades to bring the tower up to current community standards. this will improve the NWSC for all users and the wider community!

micky

18 Aug 2018

With the tower being in a state of disrepair this funding will allow the tower to be safe and secure for many years into the future. This will allow a variety of user groups, community organisations and special interest groups to use this valuable community asset into the future.

shan

18 Aug 2018

This will be a great start to the overall vision to bring the state of the NWSC up to current community standards! As a user of the centre it will help benefit a large array of community groups and NWSC users and help with safety and security challenges of the area.

Ratbag

17 Aug 2018

An upgrade to the Tower and P. A. System would greatly benefit our club when we use this venue.
The P.A. would help with safety and keep spectators informed as to whats happening on the water.

tkinsman

17 Aug 2018

The NWSC tower is a great asset to the local area for many and varied community groups. From rowing clubs to bird watchers to drag boat enthusiasts, this tower is a critical piece of infrastructure. Funding for this improvement project would be a great contribution to the local and broader Victorian community and would add value to a wide range of people. I look forward to seeing it funded!

Wendy Howie

17 Aug 2018

very run down needs updating and sound system needs whole new revamp could be used by more groups with upgrades

Boaty

16 Aug 2018

Really great to see attention being given to updating the National WaterSports Centre. The tower upgrade is long overdue and will make a huge difference for all user groups and the community

Bodie

15 Aug 2018

Would be great to see updated, had been a hazard and an eyesore for far too long.

Brian B

15 Aug 2018

The Tower is an eyesore, would be great to have a better PA system, some security and lighting of the area, the platform section is a great place to view the entire area.

Amanda B

14 Aug 2018

This is an eyesore and needs to be updated as it is used a lot. Also the PA needs an update as you can’t hardly hear anything when the boats are running.