Magazine

Hagley Oval Wicket Block and Outfield Makeover
1 Jun 2012 - Cricket - Editor
Work on constructing a new cricket wicket block and refurbished outfield on the Hagley Oval will start within the next few days.

From Hallowed Turf to Hollowed Ground at Adelaide Oval
31 May 2012 - Stadia - Editor
Over the past two months, the 22-year-old Bradman stand and the newer Clem Hill and Chappell stands have been demolished.

Richmond to rip up Punt Rd Oval Turf
31 May 2012 - A.F.L - Editor
The Tigers will embark on a $1.9 million redevelopment of their Punt Rd Oval, leaving players seeking a new training venue from early next month.

ACT Budget Expected to Pour Money into Manuka Oval
31 May 2012 - General News - Editor
The Federal Government has promised $2.5 million for lights at Manuka Oval as part of the ACT’s Centenary celebrations next year and my understanding is that this will be matched by a contribution of $2.85 million in the ACT Government’s Budget next week.

Portsea Golf Club Redevelopment Commences
30 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
Construction of the Portsea Golf Club multi-million dollar redevelopment has commenced which includes a partnership with one of the world’s largest hotel groups, Accor.

Mowbray College Facing Wind Up
30 May 2012 - Schools - Editor
One of the largest private schools in Melbourne's outer western suburbs is facing closure after racking up debts of $18 million, leaving more than 1000 students in the lurch.

Marrickville Golf Course Faces Being Sliced in Two
29 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
A favourite haunt of inner-city weekend hackers has fallen on rough times after it was recommended the 18-hole golf course be cut in half.

Curator Terry O'Keeffe of Sydney's Showground Stadium
28 May 2012 - A.F.L - Editor
While much has been made of the ground's new creature comforts - including the largest video screen in the southern hemisphere - the work of curator Terry O'Keeffe will matter most on the weekend.

Els hits out at UK Greenkeeping Staff
28 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
Course designer Ernie Els let rip at the European Tour and Wentworths greenkeeping staff on Saturday after brushing aside strong winds to move to the fringes of contention at the PGA Championship.

Premier opens $65m redeveloped Sydney Showground Stadium
28 May 2012 - A.F.L - Editor
NSW Premier and Minister for Western Sydney Barry O’Farrell and Minister for Sport and Recreation Graham Annesley today officially opened the upgraded Sydney Showground Stadium at Sydney Olympic Park ahead of Greater Western Sydney’s first home game at the ground on Saturday night.

Geelong Synthetic Track Failing
27 May 2012 - Racing / Equestrian - Editor
Victorian racing's major weapon against harsh winter weather, the Geelong synthetic track, failed the industry again yesterday when the eight-race meeting was abandoned after two races due to surface water and poor visibility.

Geelong Stadium Setback
27 May 2012 - A.F.L - Editor
The redevelopment of Simonds Stadium has been delayed because of soil contamination, it was claimed last night.

Fears Grow for Burswood Golf Course
27 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
Burswood residents are rallying to retain Burswood Park Golf Course as a nine-hole layout after being told it could close as early as next year to make way for the State Government's major sports stadium.

Council Green Lights for Bli Bli Golf Course Plans
26 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
The president of the Horton Park Golf Club says the Sunshine Coast Regional Council has approved its plan for a new course at Bli Bli.

The Best in Synthetic Grass
25 May 2012 - Synthetics - Editor
Grassman manufactures high quality sporting, multi-purpose and natural-looking synthetic grass products. They are easy to install, low maintenance, maintain a 11-5 year manufacturer’s warranty and have been specified by councils throughout Australia and installed worldwide.

Berri Hotel Secures Golf Club Assets
24 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
Debts in excess of $100,000 have prompted the Renmark Golf Club to secure a deal which gives ownership of its assets to the Berri Resort Hotel group.

Redeveloped Course to Challenge Sunraysia’s Golfers
24 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
Two new golf holes at the Mildura Golf Resort will provide a unique challenge for Sunraysia golfers.

Revamped Rugby Sportsground Opens to Fanfare
23 May 2012 - Rugby - Editor
The new state-of-the-art $7.25million No. 2 Sportsground received its first visitors yesterday as it was officially opened in front of more than 700 people.

Hands off Racecourse Plan
23 May 2012 - Racing / Equestrian - Editor
Residents opposed to the Moonee Valley racecourse master plan are outraged with the racing club for asking the planning minister to intervene and take decision-making power away from Moonee Valley Council.

Red Beach Land Row
22 May 2012 - Golf - Editor
Angry residents are battling a proposed development that could change the face of Red Beach. Submissions close on Friday on a proposal to rezone the Peninsula Golf Club's land from urban future to medium intensity residential, enabling a development of up to 520 homes.