GREATER DANDENONG: New Scout Hall at Springvale
Scouts in Springvale will now have an upgraded hall to develop leadership skills, connect with community, participate and grow – thanks to a $200,000 investment .
Mulgrave MLA Eden Foster (pictured) and Youth Minister Natalie Suleyman toured the upgraded Sandown Scouts Hall on Friday (Feb. 28) to announce it is officially open for Scouts and the community to enjoy.
The hall is a hub for local scouting activities, providing young people with a base to connect, develop, thrive and engage with their community in a safe and accessible space.
The hall, located at Dowling Avenue, is a short stroll from public transport and is available for other groups in the local area to hold events and meetings – strengthening ties between Scouts and the broader community.
The upgrades include a new kitchen, walls and ceilings, a suite of appliances and new toilet facilities.
The Sandown Scout Hall is part of the State Government’s $942,000 investment in Scouts Hall upgrades made through the State Budget 2023-24.
Participation in scouting has increased by 30 per cent over the past decade, demonstrating its enduring appeal and role equipping young people with valuable life skills and confidence.
With more than 20,000 young members and 5000 adult volunteers, Scouts Victoria continues to thrive as one of the state’s largest youth organisations.
“The Sandown Scout Hall is an important place for scouts, local families, and the wider community to come together and connect – and the Allan Labor Government is delivering these opportunities for future generations,” Ms Foster said.