All-weather sports turf Debate

Community Wellbeing - Education

Option 2

The comment highlights the necessity of an all-weather sports turf in central Nelson for providing reliable training and game surfaces that are unaffected by seasonal weather variations. It emphasizes the role of such facilities in supporting youth from diverse backgrounds, offering them a safe space for sports and physical activity, which is crucial for their development and potential sports careers. The investment in modern sports infrastructure is seen as beneficial for fostering community collaboration among sports codes and providing significant long-term value to the community's wellbeing and educational opportunities.

Table of comments:

Point No

Comment

1162.1

An artificial turf in central Nelson (Guppy Park) close to the CBD is absolutely needed. It would give sport codes a reliable training and game surfaces regardless of the season and the weather. Grass fields in the area have been deteriorating due to poor maintenance, strain due to the weather (too wet or too dry) and due to overuse. A turf would help give these pitches a rest and reduce cost of maintenance.Young kids from all different walks of life would benefit from a turf and access to it. Talking of a safe space to do sports / be active. Not to forget about the opportunities a good turf would provide to aspirational kids / teenagers pursuing a career in sports. They need modern facilities to develop their skills at a good level. It’s a big investment but its well worth it. It would also see sport codes work together. It’s a bo brainer.