Giffin Park, Coorparoo
Brisbane City Council

Service
Reconstruction

Type
AFL Field

Turf type
TifTuf

Handover
March 2022

Value
$650k

A sports field reconstruction completed with state-of-the-art GPS guided technology to reshape the field profile.

18,500m2 of premium TifTuf sports turf

2,390m3 of premium sports blend top soil

480lm of perimeter fencing

105t of contaminated soil disposal

Key Processes

Management Plans

The former landfill site required site specific environmental plans including an ESCP, CLMP and asbestos removal control plans.

Site Establishment

Field was fenced, surveys conducted, environmental protection controls installed and goal posts removed.

Ground Preparation

Existing grass was killed off using multiple herbicide applications, then removed with a topmaker followed by the application of soil amendments.

Irrigation

Audit and service of irrigation system, including upgrades to valves and valve boxes along with the replacement of all sprinkler heads.

Final Levels

Importation and GPS laser grading of sports blend top soil to achieve the specified shape and grade.

Turf Installation

Supply and installation of premium TifTuf sports turf, which was rolled then treated with OxaMax fertilizer and pre emergent.

Maintenance

Intensive maintenance program consisting of mowing, top dressing, aerating, fertilising, pest and weed control, including regular irrigation monitoring.

Finishes

State AFL specification goal posts were installed, along with a new perimeter fence and field line marking.

Premium Turf Installation

  • Premium sports turf variety renowned for its high performance
  • Smart Approved WaterMark for exceptional drought tolerance to minimise water costs
  • A dense, compact growth habit that offers high wear resistance and self recovery
  • Can be managed with less than 66% input compared to couch varieties
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The Transformation

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