Water sports facility mooted

THE Noosa Outrigger Canoe Club is calling on Noosa Council to build a water sports facility for the growing club.
Club president Brian Rogers said the club was growing rapidly, and hoped the building would be back on Noosa Council’s agenda soon.
“After operating on the Noosa River for 25 years, our 150 paddlers look forward to the day the local council recognises how the Noosa Outrigger Canoe Club and its activities add strength to the social fabric of the Noosa community,” he said.
“The club is now growing exponentially as it welcomes new members and provides competition in all age groups and we are currently looking to establish a program for juniors next season.”
Mr Rogers also said that while in office, former councillor Russell Green had advocated for the provision of a facility near the Noosa slipway.
“Currently, Noosa Outriggers have a lease arrangement with the Noosa Council allowing the outriggers to occupy part of Chaplin Park, with its excellent ease of access to the river and ocean,” Mr Rogers said.
“However, as the club’s membership grows in all age groups, the club’s growth is being hindered by inadequate training and meeting rooms, a shortage of storage space and inadequate toilet provision.”