(From left) Mitchell Kay and Donovan Lockett (Forest/Blackberry Committee members), Trevor Stones (SDA operations manager Tasmania), Cr John Oldaker (Circular Head Council), Annette Dawes (Circular Head Council Deputy Mayor), Gaven Ollington (SDA production manager), Chris Haynes (SDA field services manager), Monique Buckley (SDA site administrator) and Angelique Korpershoek (SDA speciality milk quality).
The Forest Sports Centre, affectionately known as ‘The Blackberry’ by locals, is the latest recipient of funding through Saputo Dairy Australia’s Legacy Program.
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Just a short drive from Saputo’s Smithton facility in north-west Tasmania, a $10,000 investment has contributed to the expansion of the existing playground, the installation of new equipment, and the addition of new fencing and soft fall.
SDA’s Tasmanian operations manager Trevor Stones was delighted to support the Forest community and its surrounding areas with this funding.
“Saputo’s Legacy Program is driven by a commitment to improving facilities and helping communities lead active and healthy lifestyles for years to come,” Trevor said.
“The sports centre is a central hub for the Forest community, where many of our employees and suppliers are based.
“We’re delighted to make this contribution and foster vibrant and healthy communities in north-west Tasmania.”
A $10,000 investment to Forest Sport Centre (fondly known as The Blackberry) in north-west Tasmania from SDA’s Legacy Program.
Forest Sports Centre president Donovan Lockett expressed his gratitude.
“Fundraising, in-kind support, and countless volunteer hours have contributed to bringing the new playground to life,” Donovan said.
“We couldn’t get the project across the line without the generous support of Saputo.
“We’re grateful Saputo has come on board to allow us to fulfil our mission to provide recreation and social opportunities to the residents of Forest and the wider community.
“We are extremely proud of our facilities, which attract over 5000 visitors annually to the region.”
Supporting community programs and organisations that promote a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages forms the core of Saputo’s commitment to community engagement.
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