Saputo Legacy Program swings into action at The Blackberry
6 June 2025
The Forest Sport Centre, affectionately known as 'The Blackberry’ by locals, is the latest recipient of funding through Saputo Dairy Australia’s (SDA) Legacy Program. Situated just a short drive from Saputo’s Smithton facility, 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.
Trevor Stones, SDA Operations Manager, Tasmania, shared his delight in supporting 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.”
“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,” he said.
Donovan Lockett, President of the Forest Sports Centre, expressed his gratitude: “Fundraising, in-kind support, and countless volunteer hours have contributed to bringing the new playground to life. 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 fulfill 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 5,000 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. To learn more, visit: https://www.saputodairyaustralia.com.au/en/our-promise/local-community-partnerships
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Donovan Lockett
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About the Forest Sports Centre
The Forest Sports Centre is an incorporated not-for-profit community association governed by a committee of volunteers. With a current membership of almost 90, the centre is very much supported and embraced by the local community, as well as key regional stakeholders including local schools and community groups, Circular Head tennis and netball clubs, and the local Council. The venue also provides a lowcost RV camping facility, sustaining its operations and providing benefit to the local tourism economy.
About Saputo Dairy Australia
Saputo Dairy Australia produces, markets and distributes a wide range of high-quality dairy and non-dairy products for the domestic and international markets including cheese, dairy alternative cheese, fluid milk, extended shelf-life milk and cream products, cultured products and dairy ingredients. Saputo is a leading dairy processor in Australia and is part of Saputo Inc., one of the top ten dairy processors in the world. Saputo Dairy Australia products are sold in several countries under well-known brand names such as Caboolture, CHEER, Cracker Barrel*, Devondale, Great Ocean Road, Liddells, Mersey Valley, MG Ingredients, Mil Lel, Sheese, South Cape, Sungold and Tasmanian Heritage. Visit us online: www.saputodairyaustralia.com.au | www.saputo.com
*Cracker Barrel is a registered trademark of Lactalis Heritage Dairy used under licence.
