News Releases

5 November 2025

Saputo Dairy Australia (SDA) has contributed $10,000 through its Legacy Program to the Lockington Recreation Reserve to support the purchase and installation of permanent new aluminium seating. 

This funding has enabled the Reserve to install new courtside and undercover oval-side seating, including two 3-tier and two 2-tier aluminium stands. These upgrades replace aging portable seating and significantly improve comfort, safety and accessibility for spectators and volunteers alike.

Colin Bacon, President of the Lockington Recreation Reserve Management Committee, expressed his gratitude. “We’re very appreciative of Saputo’s commitment and this fantastic investment support. Our previous seating was in disrepair and posed safety risks. The new permanent seating improves safety for spectators and volunteers, while reducing the workload for our dedicated volunteers. It will enhance the viewing experience for all Reserve users, which is the central hub for our community.”

The Reserve is located in a key milk supply region for SDA and is just 20 minutes from its Rochester AG Warehouse store.  

Kate Ryan, SDA’s Director of Milk Supply & Planning said, “Many of our team members, suppliers and customers are actively involved with the Reserve’s user groups, whether as dedicated committee volunteers or enthusiastic participants. 

“The Reserve plays a vital role connecting people locally and we’re proud to support their efforts to foster active lifestyles and provide a place for people to come together. Through this contribution, we’re committed to leaving a lasting and meaningful legacy,” she said.

The Saputo Legacy Program funds local sport and health infrastructure projects to help build healthier communities. It is part of Saputo’s global commitment to invest one percent of its pre-tax profits each year in community programs and organisations that promote a healthy lifestyle for people of all ages.

To learn more about SDA’s community investment initiatives, visit: www.saputodairyaustralia.com.au/en/our-promise/local-community-partnerships

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Media Enquiries
Colin Bacon, President Lockington Recreation Reserve Management Committee, 0428 370 813.

About the Lockington Recreation Reserve
The Lockington Recreation Reserve is a vibrant community hub supporting a wide range of sporting and social activities, including football, netball, basketball, tennis and Action Club. It also serves as the designated emergency evacuation assembly point for the region. Each year, approximately 15,000 people utilise its facilities, which include social clubrooms and kitchen, multi-purpose courts, a sporting oval, grass tennis courts, gym and a well-utilised playground for younger children. Ownership of the Reserve is shared between Campaspe Shire Council and Crown land. A dedicated committee of nine volunteers oversees the day-to-day operations, representing all user groups and ensuring the Reserve continues to meet the needs and expectations of the local community.

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.

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*Cracker Barrel is a registered trademark of Lactalis Heritage Dairy used under licence.