Baxter Park
Project Name:
Baxter Park
Location:
Warragul, VIC
Completion Date:
July 2021
Client:
Baw Baw Shire Council
Sport / Application
Soccer
Product / System Used:
LigaTurf HB250
Project Overview:
Polytan was delighted to build a new synthetic football field for the local Warragul community. Working closely with a local civil engineering firm Polytan began work in early 2021 at the Baxter Park site.
Polytan’s experienced project team managed the full scope of works which included:
• The installation of the Australian made LigaTurf HB250 system installed to meet FIFA Quality program requirements, along with a natural turf warm-up area.
• Perimeter fencing, a DDA compliant access ramp and stairs extending to the clubhouse which sat high on an embankment overlooking the new field.
• An upgraded car park with additional parking
The Results:
Polytan was able to deliver the Baw Baw Shire Council significant cost savings by recommending an alternative to importing materials for the base layers by recommending a subgrade stabilisation.
About LigaTurf
LigaTurf is suited to community football facilities where reliability and ease of use are key. It provides a consistent playing surface that can support regular training, local competition, and casual use without the variability often seen in natural grass.
At Baxter Park, the LigaTurf HB250 system was selected to support the needs of a growing local football community. The surface offers stable footing and predictable ball behaviour, helping players of all levels train and compete with confidence. It performs consistently across high-use areas, including goal mouths and central play zones, where wear is typically concentrated.
Its construction also supports effective drainage, allowing the field to return to play quickly after rain and reducing downtime across the season.
Why LigaTurf HB250 Was the Right Choice for Baxter Park
Community facilities need to accommodate a wide range of users, from junior development through to senior competition, often within a limited number of fields.
LigaTurf HB250 allows Baxter Park to meet this demand by providing a surface that remains available throughout the week. Training and matches can be scheduled with greater certainty, without relying on recovery periods between sessions.
For Baw Baw Shire Council, this improves access to the facility and supports increased participation across the region. It also reduces the maintenance demands typically associated with natural turf, allowing resources to be managed more efficiently over time.
Considering LigaTurf for your football field? Contact us to discuss a high-performance synthetic surface tailored to your project.
