A $454,430 grant will be used to upgrade ageing facilities at the Lyneham Netball Centre with more than 2300 players and 7000 spectators expected to reap the rewards of the government investment.

A refurbishment and extension of the building will see the Canberra Netball Association welcome added changing rooms for players and umpires, a meeting room, seating and shelter for spectators, and undercover area for barbecues, greater storage space and upgraded toilet facilities.

ACT Senator Zed Seselja says the grant is part of $625,523 delivered into Canberra sporting infrastructure in the second round of the Liberal-Nationals government’s $30 million community sport infrastructure program.

"We know grassroots sports help drive increased participation and promote social, health and community benefits of physical activity and sport – a key priority for our government," Seselja said.

"Sport plays an important role in the lives of many Canberrans, and with the upgrades to include a community meeting room with a kitchenette, the benefits of the upgrades to the Canberra Netball Association's facilities will be felt more broadly by the Canberra community."