Earlier today Premier David Burt and Public Works Minister David Burch hosted a press conference to update on the Western Stars Sports Club and St. John’s Field. This was a briefing which involved members of the respective clubs, community members, as well as Gorhams Ltd.
Remarks:
The Hon. E. David Burt, JP, MP
Premier & Minister of Finance
Thank you, Minister and good morning everyone:
This Government recognises the invaluable role that local sporting clubs play in our communities. They are not only integral to our culture and meeting points for social gatherings, but they also provide safe and accessible spaces for productive activities, especially for our young people.
As a local Member of Parliament, I know that the Western Stars Sports Club and St John’s Field are those spaces for the Pembroke community.
So, I am happy to join the Minister of Public Works and the wider Western Stars family as we announce that the Government have allocated funds not only from his ministry’s budget but also from the Confiscated Asset Fund to ensure that the resurfacing of this important community field will be completed.
We acknowledge that these repairs have taken longer than anticipated, but I appreciate the diligent efforts of the Minister and his team to ensure that a solution was found.
It is essential that community clubs are supported in the work that they do, so that they can continue to provide an avenue for positive activities for our young people.
So I join in thanking the vendors and sponsors who have supported this project. Their commitment has been instrumental.
And I thank the Minister of Public Works and his team for their hard work and dedication in reaching this space. I also thank the Western Stars Sports Club, its members, the foundation, the teams, and the community for their patience.
Today, we can celebrate that a solution has been found, know that the work will be done and that this field will be the home of the Western Stars Sports Club and the Dandy Town Hornets very soon.
This field represents more than just a place to play sports; it symbolises our commitment to investment and building a brighter future for our youth, and strengthening our communities.
Thank you.