Warburton tennis players are relishing playing on a new surface following $110,000 in upgrades.
Yarra Ranges Council replaced fencing around the Warburton Tennis Club and the playing nets.
The shire upgraded the asphalt playing surface to a sand-filled synthetic grass, and upgraded drainage.
O’Shannassy Ward Councillor Jim Child said the council also upgraded lighting to a competition standard, so games could take place after dark.
“These works will give the tennis club a much-needed face-lift for their courts, one that will make the space a better place to play for people of all experience levels,” he said.
“The new courts, nets and fencing will be a great asset to the club, and the many players who will come through it, over years to come.”
Warburton Tennis Club president Nic Fox the works would ensure competitions and social, casual, outreach and schooling programs could continue to flourish.
“It has been a project we have been working on for over three years and it is very exciting seeing it come to fruition,” she said.
The tennis club will host a family day to officially open the courts, from 1pm to 4pm on Sunday 14 October.
Equipment, tennis coaching, cardio classes and refreshments will be provided.
The annual Warburton Tennis Cup will take place on 3 and 4 November.
Visit facebook.com/warburtontennisclub or email committee@warburtontennis.com.au for more information.
