Use of Facilities
Mount Gambier High School is proud to support the local community by offering access to a range of high-quality sporting facilities. Community and sporting organisations are welcome to apply to hire selected spaces for training, competitions, or recreational use outside of school hours. Facility hire revenue is identified and allocated to the ongoing maintenance and repairs of facilities accessed by the community.
Sporting Facilities Available for Community Hire
We offer a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces suitable for different sports and training activities. All facilities are available for hire outside of regular school hours. Toilet access will be made available for every approved facility hire.
Gymnasium
Our large indoor gymnasium is a versatile space suitable for a range of indoor sports, including:
- Basketball
- Netball
- Volleyball
- Indoor Soccer
- Pickleball
- Badminton
Some sporting equipment may be made available upon request and subject to approval. The space is ideal for both training sessions and approved sporting events.
Outdoor Courts
Our outdoor courts are fully fenced, marked and maintained for:
- Netball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Please note that outdoor court hire is only available during daylight hours.
Southern Oval
The Southern Oval is a spacious, well-maintained open field equipped with:
- Football and Soccer goals
- Full Athletics track
- Long jump and triple jump pits
- High jump area
This space is ideal for seasonal sports training and athletic club use. Daylight-only access applies.
Eastern Oval and Cricket Nets
We have three fully fenced cricket nets available for practice and training sessions, suitable for community cricket clubs.
Access is available during daylight hours only and subject to availability.
Applying to Hire School Facilities
To ensure smooth coordination and fair access to our facilities, all hire requests must be submitted at least two weeks prior to the intended start date.
Application Process
To apply, please follow these steps:
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- Complete the Application for Community Use of School Facilities form.
- Submit a Certificate of Currency as proof of your organisation’s current Public Liability Insurance.
- Once your application is reviewed and approved, a Facility Hire Agreement will be drafted and must be signed by both the hirer and the School Principal.
Please note: submitting an application does not guarantee approval. All applications are subject to availability and suitability of the facilities requested. Facility use is granted on a first-come, first-served basis, and demand is often high, early booking is strongly recommended.
For more information about facility hire, current availability, or to submit an application form, please contact the school:
Phone: (08) 8721 0200