The need for a new Corinella Boating and Angling Clubhouse was raised in state parliament last week by The Nationals Member for Eastern Victoria, Melina Bath.

She called on the government to finish funding a facility that will serve not only the 200 members, but the wider Corinella community.

Ms Bath said the Corinella Boating and Angling Club is an active and inclusive community group that supports Bass Coast locals and as well as visitors who flock to the area each year.

“Insufficient funding is holding back the development that will also act as a multipurpose community facility.”

The government made an election commitment of $200,000 to the club, but Ms Bath said for it to be successfully constructed the state government must double the funding on offer.

“The total investment is modest by any standard; however, the delivery of the required funding will reap enormous benefits to the Corinella community and visitors.

“Applications to make up the funding shortfall have been made to Regional Development Victoria and the Regional Infrastructure Fund but they were surprisingly unsuccessful,” she said.

“Funding the project would benefit the local school, CFA, allow for the establishment of a local playgroup and address the club’s need for a space to host local events, administration, and operations.”

She called on the state government to make up the funding shortfall.