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05/08/2015

New MUGA To Open In Galston

East Ayrshire Council has announced a new Multi Use Games Arena (MUGA) will open at Barrmill Stadium in Galston.

The new sporting facility will be opened by the Galston Community Development Trust (GCDT) on 10 August.

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Councillor Bobby McDill said: "It's great to see this new facility opening here in Galston. The GDCT have been working hard since their formation to deliver projects which will make a difference to the town and its community and this is a great example of positive regeneration in action."

(LM)

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