D.M. Henderson Park
Brisbane City Council

Service
Redevelopment

Type
Rugby Field

Turf type
Nullarbor Couch

Handover
April 2022

Value
$230k

A Rugby Union field redevelopment completed with premium sports turf and established with a customised maintenance program.

7,000m2 of premium Nullarbor Couch turf

560t of imported top soil

320lm of site fencing

Key Processes

Site establishment

Field was fenced, surveys conducted and environmental and safety control plans were initiated under council protocol.

Ground preparation

Existing grass was killed off using multiple herbicide applications, then removed with a topmaker.

Soil Amendments

Soil amendment products were rotary hoed and blecevated into the profile. The subgrade was then laser levelled within a +/- 10mm variance.

Irrigation

Audit and service of irrigation system which required the replacement of faulty sprinkler heads and valve boxes.

Final Levels

Imported premium top soil was GPS laser levelled to achieve specified shape and design.

Turf Installation

7000m2 of premium Nullarbor Couch was installed, rolled then treated with OxaMax fertiliser and pre-emergent.

Maintenance

8 week intensive maintenance program consisting of mowing, top dressing, aerating, fertilising and pest and weed control including line marking.

Premium Turf Installation

  • Premium sports turf variety renowned for its high performance
  • Harvested fresh hours before delivery to ensure uncompromised quality
  • AusGap Certified – guarantees genetic purity for a premium playing surface
  • Professional installation to ensure efficient turf establishment and a uniform finish
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The Transformation

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