Polytan awarded contract to upgrade Arafura Stadium surface

Polytan Asia Pacific Pty Ltd has been awarded the contract to upgrade the all-weather running track at Darwin’s Arafura Stadium. 

The $2.6 million improvement to the running track will ensure its new surface is certified to world athletics standards.

The upgrade will also ensure that Darwin is capable of hosting national and international athletics teams looking to train in warmer climates in the lead-up to major events. 

The current surface was installed in 2011 and has reached the end of its useable life.

Polytan offers quality synthetic sport surfaces and artificial turfs, as well as many services - installation, repair and maintenance.

Work at the stadium will start this month, with completion by October 2022.

The Government has worked closely with stakeholders and primary users of the athletics track to arrange alternative sports facilities to ensure minimal disruption to planned sports events.

The upgrade addresses safety concerns raised by users and will ensure Arafura Stadium meets the necessary certification and standard requirements.

The upgrade also supports a number of community groups to use the facility for fundraising events and festivals.

Northern Territory Minister for Sport, Kate Worden notes “Arafura Stadium is a key asset in the Marrara Sporting Complex and these works will benefit the athletics and wider sporting community and provide them with a world-class facility.

“The upgrade will also bring greater opportunities to host national and international sports teams and athletes.”

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