Luke Howarth (Petrie, Liberal Party) Share this | Hansard source

It is often said that being the test captain of the Australian Cricket Team is second in stature to that of the Prime Minister. Whether you play in your backyard or at a local club on a Saturday morning, cricket is part of our national identity. I have fond memories of playing footpath cricket in Bracken Ridge while growing up.

In my electorate of Petrie, I'm lucky to have a terrific junior cricket club, the Redcliffe City Junior Cricket Club—better known as the Cyclones. The Cyclones formed in 1965 and today have approximately 100 members. Recently, I visited the club to watch the Super 6's game. It was a great game, with 45 minutes a side so that parents can watch their kids and get it done quickly.

I was pleased to secure the club's first government grant in 52 years. The $14,000 grant will help them build a storage shed at Filmer Park for the club's gear and uniforms. The shed will also provide a patio to offer a bit of shade to the spectators. It is very easy for local sporting clubs to reinvest the money they fundraise back into the club, but this club also gives back, raising money for the McGrath Foundation. Last year, it also helped Woody Point Special School.

The Cyclones are paving the way as well for our up-and-coming stars. Previous Queensland rep Trevor Barsby, who started at the Cyclones, is a great example. A quick shout-out to Jake Scott from Scarborough, one of the young men at the club, who is doing a terrific job. Thank you for everything that the club does in the community.

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