Temporary closure of facilities in Praya Street Sports Centre
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    The Leisure and Cultural Services Department announced today (January 10) that some facilities of Praya Street Sports Centre in Cheung Chau will be temporarily closed for renovation works. Details are as follows:

     Facilities                    Period of closure
     ==========                    =================
     Arena, squash courts,         February 25 to
     female toilet and             April 24
     changing room

     Male toilet and changing      April 25 to
     room                          June 23

     During the closure, the public may use Cheung Chau Sports Centre which is also on the island.

Ends/Thursday, January 10, 2008
Issued at HKT 11:25

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