Aerial view of Marie Wallace Reserve during reconstruction
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Reserve reconstruction

Marie Wallace Reserve

Knox City Council$1-2 Million
Project overview

Built for long-term performance.

SJM Turf & Civil reconstructed Marie Wallace Reserve to provide a state-of-the-art playing surface capable of supporting local sport and future AFLW use.

$1-2 MillionContract value
5,000 m³Subgrade removed
5+ kmMegaflo drainage
Work undertaken

The project involved the removal of approximately 5,000 m³ of subgrade material and extensive reshaping of the oval. More than 5 km of Megaflo drainage was installed beneath a 150 mm aggregate layer and 250 mm rootzone profile, supported by a fully automated irrigation system and upgraded pumps.

A new natural turf wicket was constructed for competition and practice use. An ACO spoon drain was also installed around the oval perimeter to provide a clean, efficient and seamless drainage edge.

Key outcomes
  • New natural turf wicket serving the oval and practice facilities
  • More than 5 km of Megaflo drainage installed
  • Precision earthworks and aggregate/rootzone profiling
  • High-quality playing surface designed for long-term club and community use
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