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Magpies New Homeground Brings Footy Back To The People
Palmerston footy fans have an extra reason to cheer with the official opening of the Magpies Football Clubs new home ground today.
The new facility includes the reconstruction of the oval to Australian Football League (AFL) standards, the construction of an amenities building containing players changing rooms, public toilets and a canteen, and a scoreboard.
Minister for Sport and Recreation Kon Vatskalis said the first game at the brand new Palmerston Magpies home ground capped off a fantastic week for footy in the Territory.
“The Martin Government is delighted that Palmerston footy fans now have an outstanding new venue at which to support their Magpies,” Minister Vatskalis said.
“We are proud to have continued this Governments commitment to building on the Territory’s fantastic lifestyle by providing
“I congratulate CDU on a job well done.
“The opening of the Magpies home ground comes on top of the historic entry of the Tiwi Bombers into the NTFL and the signing of an agreement which secures 9 AFL games in the Territory over the next three years.”
Dr Scott Snyder, the executive director of CDU’s corporate services, said the university was delighted to facilitate the building of football facilities in Palmerston.
“We look forward to a long relationship with the Magpies and continued and expanded involvement with the community of Palmerston.”
Contact: Kieran Phillips 08 8901 4182
