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The Albany Surf Life Saving Club at Middleton Beach has reopened following a $3.3 million renovation with work supported by $2.8 million in funding from the WA Government.  

The upgrades will enhance the club's ability to respond to emergencies with improved services and water safety operations. 

The facility will also serve as a hub for activities for the Great Southern community with more welcoming facilities including spaces for training, education and events. 

The remaining funds were contributed by the City of Albany ($350,000) and Albany Surf Life Saving Club ($200,000).

The Albany Surf Life Saving Club has been providing a highly valued community service for Albany and the Great Southern since 1917 and the redevelopment will help to meet growing community demand at Middleton Beach.

WA Sport and Recreation Minister Rita Saffioti noted "The Albany Surf Life Saving Club has been a fixture of Middleton Beach for decades, and these upgrades will ensure it continues to serve the people of the Great Southern for years to come.

"Our government's $2.8 million investment has helped to enhance these vital life saving services, training facilities and event spaces, which benefits the entire community.

"Sporting clubs and groups are integral to the fabric of our regional communities, so we're really pleased these fantastic renovations are now complete and able to be enjoyed."

Image top. David Moss, Jack Family Charitable Trust; David Scaife MLA; Sarah Bowles, President of Albany Surf Life Saving Club; Greg Stocks, City of Albany Mayor cutting the ribbon at the opening of the Albany Surf Life Saving Club; Image below: Albany Surf Club

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