Playing Surface
February 2017
Perth Stadium - AFL format
Perth Stadium will be a world-class, 60,000 seat multi-purpose venue
capable of hosting major sporting and entertainment events.
Extensive research has informed the design requirements for the Perth Stadium playing surface, ensuring
that it is prepared and maintained to world-class levels. These design specifications have been tailored
to suit the Perth climate, the intended level and type of usage, and the relationship between the playing
Playing surface
A stabilised natural turf will be used for the Perth Stadium playing surface which combines a natural couch grass mixed
with rye and artificial grass. This combination provides outstanding stability, durability and a flat playing surface. This
type of turf also responds well to regular maintenance – an imperative to meet the demands of Perth Stadium.
Timeline for preparation and installation
Late 2016
Mid 2017
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Construction of the playing surface at Perth
Stadium begins with installation of below ground
services, irrigation systems, power cable equipment
and drainage systems.
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The turf is grown at a Serpentine turf farm. The turf
and soil are tested monthly to ensure the highest
quality.
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Installation of footings for drop-in cricket wickets
and goal posts commence.
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Turf is harvested from the turf farm in pre-rolled 10
metre long x 1 metre wide sections and delivered to
site.
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Turf is rolled out onto the level playing surface within
18 hours of harvesting and consolidated in place by a
3-6 tonne roller.
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Turf is hand groomed with rakes before being
watered.
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Maintenance
Growlight rigs will be used as part of the maintenance
program. These will be positioned on the north eastern
portion of the turf during the winter months when
sufficient natural light is not available.
Replacement turf will be available and maintained off
site to respond to the demands of Perth Stadium.
The playing surface will be protected when concerts
are held or when drop-in seats are used for
rectangular events.
A stadium turf specialist will be engaged to maintain
the playing surface.
Key facts
PERTH STADIUM
Phone 08 9428 1961
Email [email protected]
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