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New study highlights value of grassroots football
A new report, The Community Impact of Football in NSW , details, for the first time, the economic, health and social contribution of grassroots football. The report’s authors,...
Mar 16, 2015
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Sport surface consultant backs European Safety Standard for infill
Leading independent synthetic sports surface advisor the Smart Connection Consultancy is backing the use of new synthetic football /multisport turf systems incorporating infill...
Mar 3, 2015
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Seminar to expand understanding of football surface management issues
The Sport Turf Association's NSW Branch is to hold a Football Surface Forum to offer information, support and some great tips on maintaining a football surface at any level of...
Mar 2, 2015
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New Hume Tennis and Community Centre opens in Craigieburn
Hume Tennis and Community Centre in Craigieburn has officially opened its doors, delivering a $7.5 million state-of-the-art regional facility to the Hume community. The facility...
Feb 17, 2015
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Wellington ready for ICC Cricket World Cup
As the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 opening ceremony takes centre stage, Wellington is ready to play host to some of the world’s best cricketers. Next Friday’s (20th February)...
Feb 12, 2015
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Report suggests elite and grassroots sport at risk from climate change
A new report by The Climate Institute suggests that rising temperatures will threaten the viability of grassroots sport in Australia, and that elite tournaments will have to...
Jan 31, 2015
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Cricket NSW plans turnkey Cricket and Community Centres across the State
EXCLUSIVE: Striving “to ensure all New South Welshmen – boys and girls, city and country are provided with an opportunity to reach their potential as cricketers and leaders in...
Jan 20, 2015
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Turf Australia warns Councils against ‘faking it’ for sporting grounds
Responding to the growing trends of local councils installing synthetic grass for sporting grounds, Turf Australia has warned of the negative impacts for players and the...
Jan 20, 2015
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Brighton Baths renovates outdoor fitness area with Pavigym Turf
The recent renovation of Brighton Baths Health Club’s outdoor fitness area has created a high-quality multi-purpose fitness training space. Making the most of its inspiring...
Jan 19, 2015
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Suncorp Stadium playing surface labelled 'a disgrace'
Socceroos Robbie Kruse has joined China Coach Alain Perrin in criticising the playing surface at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium ahead of Australia's final Asian Football...
Jan 15, 2015
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Tennis legends mark official opening of Brisbane's Roy Emerson Tennis Centre
All-time Australian tennis greats Roy Emerson, Rod Laver, Ashley Cooper and Mal Anderon were on hand at the official opening of the Roy Emerson Tennis Centre in the Brisbane...
Jan 10, 2015
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New Central Otago Hockey turf a step closer
The reality of a water based hockey turf and an accompanying amenities building has taken a giant leap forward with the Central Otago Sports Turf Trust having received a grant...
Jan 5, 2015
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Singapore National Stadium to get new artificial turf playing surface
Sports Hub Pte Ltd (SHPL) is reported to be ready to replace the hybrid grass pitch in the new Singapore National Stadium with a new artificial turf playing surface. The change...
Dec 30, 2014
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Lane Cove Council opens two new artificial turf pitches
The latest in a growing number of synthetic surface playing fields in metropolitan Sydney has been opened at Blackman Park in the suburb of Lane Cove West. The $7.5 million...
Dec 14, 2014
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Five-a-side football centre fights Council closure
The operators of the KikOff Kensington in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs are fighting the threat of closure by Randwick City Council. KikOff has run five-a-side competitions seven...
Dec 8, 2014
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Innovative cooling system to reduce artificial turf temperatures
An innovative treatment that can radically reduce the surface temperature of synthetic turf fields during hot conditions is now available in Australia. Developed in the USA by...
Dec 2, 2014
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$1.1 million upgrade underway at Queanbeyan's Seiffert Oval
Queanbeyan's historic Seiffert Oval is being restored to its former glory with a $1.1 million upgrade. With the Federal and NSW Governments each contributing $500,000 on top of...
Nov 24, 2014
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Football NSW Facilities Forum underpins drive to improve facilities
Valentine Sports Park in Western Sydney yesterday (14th November) played host to Football NSW’s inaugural Facilities Forum as members of the football family in NSW along with...
Nov 16, 2014
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Supplier Directory Profile: HG Sports Turf
HG Sports Turf are market leaders in the design and construction of premium sports fields across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. The Sydney Olympics in 2000, 2006 Commonwealth...
Nov 14, 2014
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Pavigym sports flooring energise gym floors
Well known for its sports flooring systems for fitness applications, Pavigym has introduced PRAMA - a versatile, fully functional training space that can operate in existing...
Nov 13, 2014
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Hong Kong Stadium playing surface to be rebuilt next year
The much criticised playing surface at the Hong Kong (So Kon Po) Stadium is to be rebuilt next year. Hong Kong’s Leisure and Cultural Services Department will work with the...
Nov 11, 2014
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Pitch quality affects events at new Singapore National Stadium
The poor state of the pitch at Singapore’s new National Stadium is causing both embarrassment and concern over the loss of events. The poor state of the playing surface within...
Nov 8, 2014
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New surface at Hunter Stadium ready for kick-off
Newcastle’s Hunter Stadium will unveil its new world-class playing surface at tomorrow’s A-League match between Newcastle Jets and Melbourne Victory (Saturday 8th November). The...
Nov 7, 2014
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Sheffield Shield season opener puts new MCG surface to the test
The newly reconstructed Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) playing surface has been put to the test in recent days during the Sheffield Shield season opening fixture between...
Nov 3, 2014
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