Tumut Bull Paddock Surface Upgrade
Consultation has concluded
Background
Tumut’s Bull Paddock sportsground received a $297,130 boost from the NSW Government's Stronger Country Communities Fund for essential upgrades to the two southern playing fields.
The Project
Upgrade of the two southern ovals included removal of an estimated 1000 tonnes of existing vegetation, installation of a slit drainage system and an automatic irrigation system and the planting of 1800 square metres of new turf.
The project was completed in June 2019.

Background
Tumut’s Bull Paddock sportsground received a $297,130 boost from the NSW Government's Stronger Country Communities Fund for essential upgrades to the two southern playing fields.
The Project
Upgrade of the two southern ovals included removal of an estimated 1000 tonnes of existing vegetation, installation of a slit drainage system and an automatic irrigation system and the planting of 1800 square metres of new turf.
The project was completed in June 2019.

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Bull Paddock’s Gala Re-Opening
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Published on 02 July 2019
The resurfaced southern ovals of the Bull Paddock Sportsground were put to the test when Tumut hosted the Southern Inland Rugby Juniors Gala Day over the weekend.
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Consultation has concludedPublished on 02 July 2019
The resurfaced southern ovals of the Bull Paddock Sportsground were put to the test when Tumut hosted the Southern Inland Rugby Juniors Gala Day over the weekend.
Read the full media release...
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Bull Paddock Turf Established
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18 May 2019
The southern end of Tumut’s Bull Paddock has been resurfaced and we anticipate the grass will be fully established and the ground ready to re-open in early June.

Consultation has concluded18 May 2019
The southern end of Tumut’s Bull Paddock has been resurfaced and we anticipate the grass will be fully established and the ground ready to re-open in early June.

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Bull Paddock Renovation Nearing Completion
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5 February 2019
The $40,000 surface refurbishment at the Bull Paddock is progressing without mishap and weather dependent, is planned for completion for the Winter sports season.
Consultation has concluded5 February 2019
The $40,000 surface refurbishment at the Bull Paddock is progressing without mishap and weather dependent, is planned for completion for the Winter sports season.
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Sports Ground Closes for Weed Spraying
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18 October 2018
The Southern end of Tumut's Bull Paddock will be closed from Monday 22 October until March 2019 for surface upgrades.
Weed spraying will be happening over the next couple of weeks at the grounds before construction gets underway.
The construction area will be signposted and barriers will be in place. Please avoid treated areas for 24hrs after spraying. Treatment areas will be sign posted.Consultation has concluded18 October 2018
The Southern end of Tumut's Bull Paddock will be closed from Monday 22 October until March 2019 for surface upgrades.
Weed spraying will be happening over the next couple of weeks at the grounds before construction gets underway.
The construction area will be signposted and barriers will be in place. Please avoid treated areas for 24hrs after spraying. Treatment areas will be sign posted. -
Bull Paddock Receives Funding Boost
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27 February 2018
Tumut’s Bull Paddock sportsground will receive a $297,130 boost from the NSW Stronger Country Communities Fund for essential upgrades to two playing fields.
Consultation has concluded27 February 2018
Tumut’s Bull Paddock sportsground will receive a $297,130 boost from the NSW Stronger Country Communities Fund for essential upgrades to two playing fields.
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Major Milestones
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Funding Announced
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Ground Closes for Weed Spraying
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Drainage system implemented
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Automatic Irrigation System Fitted
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New Turf Laid
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Turf Establishment
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Ground Re-opened
Tumut Bull Paddock Surface Upgrade is currently at this stageJune 2019


