Dilapidated facility desperate for cash

MUCH-NEEDED UPGADES: The Birregurra Recreation Committee hopes to upgrade its facilities but has struggled to find funding for the much-needed upgrades. Pictured are Birregurra Recreation Reserve president Luke Hutchinson, Birregurra Netball Club’s Brydie Kilday, Birregurra Cricket Club’s Jared Kilday and Birregurra football club president Mick Paddick.

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by Naomi Newcombe March 31, 2023

Birregurra Recreation Reserve’s crumbling facilities are overshadowing a promising season for the town’s football and netball clubs.

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