News: Surfaces

NSC and IAKS look to highlight role of artificial surfaces in meeting demand for community sporting fields

The National Sports and Physical Activity Convention (NSC) has partnered with the International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) to focus on how synthetic technology…

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Apr 23, 2024 Environment / Events / Safety / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

First phase of upgrades to Canberra’s district netball facilities now complete

A $7.5 million investment from the ACT Government, has seen the completion of upgrades to the court surfaces at the Arawang Netball Association in Stirling and the Canberra Netball…

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Apr 22, 2024 Sport / Surfaces / Venues /

 
 

Report from USA’s EPA and CDC says recycled rubber used in playing fields does not elevate chemical exposure risk

The USA Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Office of Research and Development (ORD) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease…

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Apr 22, 2024 Environment / Safety / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

Sydney Sports Academy athletics track closed in Narrabeen

The NSW Office of Sport has opened a temporary athletics grass track at the Sydney Academy of Sports (SAS) in Narrabeen following ongoing issues with the synthetic surface. With the…

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Apr 17, 2024 Safety / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

New synthetic rink increases play time at Gisborne Bowling Club

Gisborne & District Bowling Club, located in the Macedon Ranges north-west of Melbourne, can welcome more players all year round following the opening last Friday of a new synthetic…

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Apr 9, 2024 Recreation / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

‘Verti Draining’ used on turf surface at Barham Recreation Reserve

Murray River Council has advised that Barham Recreation Reserve's main AFL ground recently underwent some work to relieve compaction on the surface and allow better water…

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Mar 25, 2024 Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

IAKS launches report on key trends for outdoor sports surfaces

The International Association for Sports and Leisure Facilities (IAKS) has released a guidance report exploring the changing needs and demands of sport and active recreation, from…

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Mar 23, 2024 Recreation / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

NSW Government looks for community feedback on new sport field synthetic turf guidelines

Synthetic surfaces are sometimes considered in place of natural grass to accommodate the different demands placed on open spaces. The NSW Government is currently looking for community…

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Mar 17, 2024 Environment / Government / Parks / Sport / Surfaces /

 
 

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Smart Connection Consultancy

Smart Connection Consultancy is a boutique sport and recreation consultancy who has become one of Australia’s leading advocates for the use of synthetic sports surfaces as a vehicle to grow…

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APT Asia Pacific Pty Ltd

APT (Advanced Polymer Technology) is the leading global manufacturer of polyurethane-based materials, acrylic coatings and synthetic turf products for sporting and recreational applications. From…

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Parkequip

Parkequip is an approved supplier under the NSW LGP Contract 308 for a range of products including play equipment, shade, shelters, safe fall, park furniture and school outdoor seating. All materials…

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Quayclean

Quayclean are a national cleaning and waste services partner with proven results in the understanding and delivery of cleaning needs and challenges faced by facilities including; major venues and…

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