State Gov funding boost for sporting facilities in Inglewood and Texas

Published on 21 October 2026

Two sporting facilities across the Goondiwindi Region are set to benefit from Queensland Government funding through the Games On! Grassroots Infrastructure Program, with upgrades planned for the Inglewood Swimming Pool and the Texas Sports Complex.

The funding includes $170,858 towards pool heating at the Inglewood Swimming Pool and $427,235 for a complete lighting upgrade at the Texas Sports Complex, supporting local sporting clubs and improving facilities for the wider community.

Councillor Kym Skinner, Council’s portfolio holder for Lifestyle, Sport and Education, said the projects would deliver practical improvements to facilities that play an important role in their communities.

“Sport is such an important part of life in our region; improvements to our facilities can make a real difference to the clubs, volunteers, and families who use them,” Cr Skinner said.

“The Inglewood pool heating project has been driven by the local swimming club, which has advocated for improvements that would support swimmers and provide greater opportunities for training and participation.

“While the project is not about extending the swimming season, it is about improving the experience for those already using the facility from September to March and making it more comfortable during those cooler days.”

At the Texas Sports Complex, the existing lighting infrastructure has reached the point where it needs a complete replacement.

“The existing lighting system has served the community for many years, but the bulbs are so outdated that replacements are no longer manufactured,” Cr Skinner said.

“This means simply replacing individual bulbs is no longer an option, and a full lighting upgrade is required to ensure local clubs and community groups can continue to make use of the facility.”

Mayor of the Goondiwindi Region, the Honourable Cr Lawrence Springborg AM, welcomed the funding announcement and said the projects highlighted the importance of ensuring regional communities benefit from investment in sporting infrastructure.

“With Queensland preparing to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, it is important that regional communities also see the benefits of improved sporting facilities,” the Mayor said.

“We are grateful to the Queensland Government for recognising the value of investing in grassroots sport and supporting projects that will have a direct benefit for our communities.

“These projects are about supporting our local clubs, encouraging participation and providing facilities that will continue to serve our communities well into the future.”