News: Surfaces
PolySoft puts the spring in Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay
The surfacing under foot at Singapore’s futuristic Gardens by the Bay parklands and outdoor recreation space is as bright, inviting and appealing as the skyward view. With the...
Jun 10, 2014
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STI expands to join forces with sister company Polytan
Fast growing Australasian synthetic sports facility construction company Sports Technology International (STI) is relaunching as Polytan STI. The recognition of STI's...
Jun 1, 2014
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Labosport opens in Australia and New Zealand
Labosport, the world leading independent tester of sports surfaces and sports equipment, has established a new operating base for Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific region....
May 31, 2014
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TEAM Sports to showcase project successes at NSSCE
Leading sports surfaces supplier TEAM Sports has shared details of its recent projects, in advance of its Platinum Sponsorship of the upcoming National Synthetic Surfaces...
May 26, 2014
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Singapore Sports Hub unveils multi-functional pitch at new national stadium
The Desso GrassMaster pitch that will play host to football, rugby, cricket and athletics at Singapore’s new National Stadium has been unveiled. As the focal point for the...
May 23, 2014
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New Profloor portable flooring protects turf at AAMI Park concerts
Specialist flooring manufacturer Profloors’ new Pro-Floor GP product achieved outstanding results when trialled at a recent major concert event. The trial was independently...
May 22, 2014
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AAMI Park turf guru on World Cup mission
Justin Lang, the highly respected Sportsfield Coordinator at Melbourne's AAMI Park, is embarking on the professional trip of a lifetime. At the invitation of Sports Turf...
May 18, 2014
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Community helps fund Tennis Hot Shots mini-courts in Mudgee
Junior tennis players in the NSW community of Mudgee are lining up to test out their new ANZ Tennis Hot Shots mini-courts. The Mudgee District Tennis Club began installing the...
May 16, 2014
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Synthetic sport surfaces guide distributed to councils and sport organisations
The third edition of the Smart Guide to Synthetic Surfaces is being distributed free-of-charge to every local government, National and State Sports Organisation in Australia....
May 12, 2014
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Lambert Park opens artificial turf playing surface and ground upgrades
Lambert Park, home of APIA Leichhardt Tigers FC, has recently revealed its new Limonta artificial turf football pitch along with a series of ground upgrades. The $3.5 million...
May 11, 2014
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Changing trends in sport to be addressed at Power of Sport conference
As formal participation in many sport clubs declines, the upcoming Power of Sport conference will explore “one of the biggest challenges Australian sport has faced in the past...
May 6, 2014
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Callide Valley installs new MLC Tennis Hot Shots mini-courts
The Callide Valley Tennis Association has had a busy few months since installing four new MLC Tennis Hot Shots mini-courts in December last year. Located in the small country...
May 4, 2014
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Power of Sport Conference to focus on growing sport participation
The focus for the upcoming inaugural Power of Sport Conference, co-located with the National Synthetic Surfaces Conference & Expo (NSSCE), will be on growing sports...
Apr 28, 2014
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NSSCE Conference to explain why leading sporting bodies are backing synthetic surfaces
The upcoming 2014 National Synthetic Surfaces Conference & Expo (NSSCE) will explain why synthetic sporting surfaces are quickly gaining popularity as an economic and long...
Apr 22, 2014
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William Loud and TigerTurf deliver state-of-the-art sporting complex for Kolbe Catholic College
Sports surfacing experts William Loud [Wm Loud (Aust) Pty Ltd] and Tiger Turf have recently completed a project to provide a state-of-the-art sporting complex at the Kolbe...
Apr 22, 2014
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FIFA Preferred Producer Act Global achieves 100 Certified Installations
Over the last eight years, synthetic turf manufacturer Act Global has been meeting the demand for high-quality playing surfaces by bringing 100 FIFA Certified pitches to six...
Apr 18, 2014
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Tennis Australia wants Councils to develop Tennis Hot Shots mini courts
Tennis Australia is currently seeking Expressions of Interests from councils around the country who may be prepared to develop smaller, modified tennis courts to advance Tennis...
Apr 15, 2014
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Hunter Stadium playing surface a cause for concern
Condemned for having the worst playing surface in the A-League, concerns are growing that the quality of the pitch at Newcastle's Hunter Stadium may lead to it losing out on the...
Apr 3, 2014
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Sport Surface Conference links with new ‘Power of Sport’ event
Following the success of the inaugural National Synthetic Surfaces Conference & Expo (NSSCE) last year, feedback from the delegates and industry has led to the expansion of the...
Apr 1, 2014
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SCG hosts successful Major League Baseball season opener
Sell out crowds of over 40,000 for each night of the Major League Baseball (MLB) Opening Series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Los Angeles Dodgers at the Sydney...
Mar 23, 2014
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New Regupol guide to ease process of choosing a gym floor surface
Choosing a floor to meet the latest fitness trends is set to be an easier process with the release of Regupol's guide the 'Essential Guide to Rubber Flooring'. Featuring new...
Mar 18, 2014
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Victoria Park decision boost for sports and recreation
An Auckland cricket club has lauded a decision by the Waitemata Local Board to limit non-sporting use on Victoria Park. The Waitemata Local Board's historic decision in favour...
Mar 14, 2014
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Christchurch advances plans for post-earthquake sports hub
Plans for the post-earthquake rebuilding of Christchurch now include a proposal for a new 'sports hub' for the city, to be developed at the Nga Puna Wai reserve, beside the...
Mar 4, 2014
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Surface innovation at Perth Hockey Stadium
Leading Australian turf and artificial turf specialists HG Sports Turf has given an overview of its installation of a GreenFields TX surface at the Perth Hockey Stadium. With...
Feb 26, 2014
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