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Read all about it! The SESH featured in the Herald Sun, highlighting concerns that State Government red tape is standing in the way of projects such as these, which is tipped to generate more than $1 billion in value for the local economy. The SESH is part of a package that will deliver 1200 affordable homes and a new first-class course and facilities for the Keysborough Golf Club, securing the future of one of Victoria’s oldest clubs.
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In an article written by the Star Journal, Keysborough Golf Club President, Darrell Swindells declared that the correction of the Urban Growth Boundary anomaly in Keysborough is crucial not only for his Club’s survival, but also for ushering in a new era of sports in the South-East. The Club wants to relocate to Bangholme to create new first class, gender-equitable facilities, expand the Club’s membership and secure a stronger financial future.
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In an article written by the Star Journal, Councillor Nominee Geraldine Gonsalvez has thrown her support behind the proposed idea of the SESH, pledging to work hard to turn the proposal into a sporting reality by pushing for a council resolution.
“I will commit to working hard to make SESH a sporting reality from the speculative proposal it currently is by enabling a council resolution,” Gonsalvez says.
Candidate for Keysborough South Ward Sasha Jankovic also highlighted the challenges facing local sports facilities in Greater Dandenong.
“If you compare the City of Greater Dandenong of today to the city I grew up in 30-40 years ago, the difference in opportunities that are able to be provided to our youth today is stark.
“I’ve spoken to many people in the ward who have expressed concern that children’s sporting experiences – be it footy, tennis, cricket, soccer etc – are being compromised due to a lack of facilities and/or their subpar quality.”
With kids missing out on quality opportunities, it’s clear that change is needed.
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As awareness of the proposed South East Sports Hub (SESH) grows, so too does community support.
We have been overwhelmed by the amount of positive correspondence we have received from members of the community who wish to see a new grassroots sporting precinct built within the City of Greater Dandenong, which would take pressure off existing facilities and give young girls and boys more spaces to play and to stay active and healthy.
But this increasing support for SESH appears to be unsettling the project’s detractors, who continue to raise myths which have been debunked and make unfounded claims that there has been misleading information put forward about the SESH.
At the City of Greater Dandenong (CGD) Council meeting on Monday, August 12 it was claimed that organisers of the SESH campaign had used Council’s logo without authorisation to demonstrate support for the proposed SESH project.
For context, in 2022 SESH supporters worked for many months through the appropriate channels to obtain a letter of support from CGD on Council letterhead. It was initially supplied by Council with the signature of then-Mayor Jim Memeti and then updated shortly thereafter with the details of new mayor Eden Foster.
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Kenny Athiu, former Melbourne Victory striker, embraces a new role as a SESH Ambassador, choosing to champion a vision rather than merely witness its creation.
As a migrant who settled in Greater Dandenong, he’s on a mission to elevate local football and sports, paving the way for the next generation.
Kenny envisions thriving junior football clubs, transforming Keysborough into a blossoming sporting hub. Athiu’s passion extends beyond words— hosting free clinics and fostering talent ages 8-12.
Featuring 25+ playing fields for football, AFL, cricket, and netball, the SESH addresses a pressing need for sports facilities, resonating with clubs struggling to accommodate teams.
In a recent production, Karina from the Noble Hurricanes FC shares why the South-East Sports Hub (SESH) is a game-changer for female football.
As the women’s captain and girls’ team coach since 2006, she shares why the South-East Sports Hub (SESH) is an exciting and much-needed opportunity for female sport.
Karina shares how the development of the state-of-the-art sporting precinct will stop her and her team from training in the dark or cutting sessions short due to weather—SESH’s facilities offer the ideal environment for continuous improvement.
Intrapac’s push for the South-East Sports Hub (SESH) gains momentum with the launch of ‘Say Yes to the SESH’ at the inaugural SESH Cup held at Keysborough District Football Club.
The SESH’s fate is intertwined with the proposed multi-sports facility at Pillars Road, contingent on the rezoning of Keysborough Golf Club’s Hutton Road site, a recent subject of government scrutiny. CEO Max Shifman sees the SESH as a unique venture, delivering a significant community asset without external support.
Featuring 25+ playing fields for football, AFL, cricket, and netball, the SESH addresses a pressing need for sports facilities, resonating with clubs struggling to accommodate teams. A highlight was the participation of A-League striker Kenny Athiu and ex-Matildas goalkeeper Theresa Deas. Football Victoria pledged support with 11 extra soccer pitches, addressing capacity challenges.
Despite opposition, the rallying cry, ‘Say Yes to the SESH,’ reflects the collective commitment to fostering a thriving sports hub and a resilient, connected community.
The SESH Cup, a soccer tournament where local clubs in the South-East came together for a day of football, fun, and community spirit, saw former footballers Theresa Deas and Kenny Athiu rally behind the South-East Sports Hub.
Former Matildas goalkeeper Theresa Deas explains her personal connection to Dandenong and expresses delight in an interview at the SESH Cup, showcasing her dedication to developing possibilities for both boys and girls.
Ex-Melbourne Victory striker Kenny Athiu recalled his time at Springvale during his interview at the soccer tournament, emphasising the difficulties that kids confront in their football career. As a SESH supporter, he is now dedicated to improving circumstances for the next generation.
Intrapac Property CEO Max Shifman also described SESH as a game changer for grassroots sports in the southeast.
Keysborough District FC sends its support for the South-East Sports Hub (SESH), reflecting the views of soccer enthusiasts in the City of Greater Dandenong.
Founded in 1977 by Hungarian migrants and being proudly rooted in Keysborough, Australia, Keysborough District FC are ‘deeply invested in the world of soccer [and] understand the transformative power that sports facilities can have on a community’.
The letter articulates the pressing need for expanded soccer facilities in the City of Greater Dandenong, and highlights how the project’s vision of ‘increasing access to community sport’ aligns with Keysborough District FC overall goal.
Keysborough Districts envisions how the SESH ‘will serve as a nucleus for the development of young talent and empowerment of women in sports, fostering a culture of diversity and athleticism’.
The Dingley Supers write a heartfelt endorsement for the South-East Sports Hub (SESH), championing its pivotal role in unlocking the true potential of the local AFL community in Melbourne’s South-East region.
Dingley Supers are an inclusive footy club for over 35’s and 45’s, embracing skills at all levels and connecting locals through a shared passion for AFL.
In a compelling letter, the club underscores the pressing need for expanded AFL facilities in the City of Greater Dandenong, expressing the challenges faced in welcoming new participants and diversifying talent, particularly among girls and amateur female athletes.
With an impassioned call to action, the Dingley Supers believe the SESH will be aspirational in enhancing health, well-being, and social engagement for residents.
Buckley Ridges Cricket Club’s president, Sonny De Silva spoke to Jimmy Bartel and Russel Howcroft on 3AW about the proposal of the South-East Sports Hub (SESH). With the club clocking in at a sprightly 97 years old, Sonny emphasised the need for an upgrade and is rallying for the SESH.
With a strong junior program boasting 17 teams, Sonny believes the state-of-the-art hub is the club’s ticket to escape the council’s budgetary boundaries. Beyond cricket, he highlights the SESH’s potential to keep youngsters off the streets, unite communities, and fortify a resilient culture in the face of prevalent local challenges like drugs and crime.
Sonny paints a vivid picture of hope, resilience, and community strength, underscoring the SESH initiative as a beacon for a brighter sporting future and a safer, more connected community.
The Melbourne Chinese Soccer Association supports the South-East Sports Hub (SESH) in a recent letter of support, calling it a ‘beacon of opportunity and empowerment for our youth and women in sports’.
Established in 1995, the Melbourne Chinese Soccer Association (MCSA) fosters football opportunities for youth, predominantly but in no way limited to individuals with Chinese cultural heritage. Aiming to prioritise a friendly but competitive environment, MCSA focuses on social cohesion and equal opportunities.
The club emphasised SESH’s ability to develop talent, empower women, and build a diverse sporting culture. The letter highlights how SESH’s vision aligns with the club’s ambitions, underlining the urgent need for contemporary sports facilities.
Cricket Victoria (CV) have officially endorsed the South-East Sports Hub (SESH) in Bangholme, embracing the inclusion of three new cricket grounds across two development stages.
The SESH, which is aligned with the Victorian Cricket Infrastructure Strategy, fulfils the demands of the Southern Metro Cricket region by providing new playing grounds in line with population expansion and participation requirements.
Cricket Victoria highlighted how the SESH project will ‘deliver much needed community sporting facilities and create opportunities for residents and families to become more active and connected to each other’.
CV also addressed how the SESH’s commitment to crafting positive, inclusive spaces as well as new state-of-the-art facilities will play a pivotal role in enhancing the cricket experience for participants of all levels.
Golf Australia strongly promotes the proposed relocation of the Keysborough Golf Club in a heartfelt letter to the Minister, acknowledging golf’s significant effect on Australian society.
Golf Australia highlights how the relocation of the current Keysborough Golf Club will ‘better meet the needs of the local community’, leading to increased participation compared to the club’s current golf offering on their 55 Hutton Rd, Keysborough.
The letter underlines the commitment to golf course acreage, as well as the possibility of additional public open space contributions and environmental protection. Golf Australia is keen to work with the government to achieve excellent outcomes that will promote the long-term growth and sustainability of golf in Victoria.
South East United FC has pledged its support for the South East Sports Hub (SESH) project.
Based out of WJ Turner Reserve in Noble Park, the club has grown at a rapid pace in its short history.
South East United FC was established in October 2018, when four friends had the dream to grow a community club in the South East of Melbourne.
These days, South East United is an integral part of the community with teams for men (State League 5), women (State League 4) and juniors.
The proposed SESH project will deliver a world-class sporting precinct for the local region to support community sports (including football/soccer, AFL, netball and cricket), surrounded by green space including walking tracks.
Sport and recreation is significant to our cultural, social, and economic lives. With this in mind, the Victorian Government has several policies which seek to maximise the benefits of sport and recreation for Victorians, including its Active Victoria Framework. Development of the SESH supports the aspiration to maximise health and wellbeing for residents of Greater Dandenong and surrounding municipalities, by providing more space to exercise and take part in activities that promote social engagement.
A $50m multi-sports hub training and match grounds for footy, soccer, cricket and netball is on the cards for Melbourne’s southeast.
The complex would be built at Bangholme by developer Intrapac and then handed to Greater Dandenong Council for community use.
The Herald Sun can reveal a proposed masterplan for a 71ha site on Pillars Road includes multiple sports grounds, two pavilions, four cricket nets, a cycling track and community recreation reserve with 5km of walking tracks.
About 40 per cent of the site, which is currently vacant farm land, would be taken up by the sports hub with the option of expanding the facilities down the track.
A South East Sports Hub (SESH) proposed for Bangholme would include multiple grounds for footy, soccer, cricket and netball.
The ambitious plan is part of a bid by Keysborough Golf Club to sell its 76ha, 18 hole course at Hutton Road to developer Intrapac.
