The Main Field has been upgraded with improved drainage and the installation of hybrid ‘GrassMaster’ turf and the old lights have been placed with energy efficient LED lights.
Preparation work ahead of installing the more resilient hybrid ‘GrassMaster’ Turf.
Work on the Main Field was carried out during the West Stand repair project. .
Will Bowden from New Zealand Turf Management Solutions brought his expertise as a grass guru to work alongside FieldTurfNZ to make the Main Field pitch perfect.
The crew from Arnold Jenson Electrical working on the LED lights. The eco-friendly lights have increased illumination by 50% while reducing power by 30%.
The photo shows work installing the hybrid turf. The turf is a blend of natural grass grown through artificial fibres making it more resilient and able to recover faster between games..
Match fit: The completed Main Field and LED lights.