STA (Vic) will support the ANTEP 5 trial undertaken by the Australian Seed Federation (ASF) and also run a herbicide trial alongside the ANTEP 5 to trial and compare the various chemical options available to assist in transitioning out rye grass from a couch base. Therefore, we are reaching out to members for any suggestions of chemicals or especially mixes …
Statewide Turf Services, Victoria require an operator to service the turf industry
State Wide Turf Services Victoria are currently looking for a quality operator to work in our business servicing the turf industry. We currently do works for the following industries:- Local Government Sports Fields Major Racecourses Golf Courses Private Schools And any other turf related works. We are a growing business that is expanding with growth in the Melbourne region with …
Looking to undertake a Certificate III or Diploma in Sports Turf Management?
When you complete a Certificate III in Sports Turf Management you will be prepared for a career in sports turf management. You might work as a golf course or turf wicket curator, bowling greenkeeper, sporting venue groundskeeper or consultant, irrigation assistant, or a varied role within local government looking after community facilities. This is a widely-recognised qualification in the industry, …
STA (Vic) announces new Partnership with Cricket Victoria and the Victoria State Government
The Sports Turf Association (Vic) is pleased to announce their new Partnership for the 2019/20 cricket season with Cricket Victoria. The funding provided is for 12 months and is sourced through Cricket Victoria’s Cricket World Cup 2020 Legacy partnership with the Victoria State Government. Throughout the next 12 months STA (Vic) and Cricket Victoria will be developing programs for their …
Glenmac
Glenmac Sales & Service is the local retailer for John Deere products in Pakenham, Knox & Lilydale areas. Due to continued growth we are seeking to hire a machinery sales consultant. Click here to read details of the position
Turf Pitch Preparation Day, 10th September 2019 – exciting addition to the program
STA (Vic) thanks its sponsors Mentay and Cub Cadet for sponsoring the popular hands on day at Melbourne Grammar School, Port Melbourne. Thanks also to, Lilydale Instant Turf for supplying Tif Tuf washed turf for the pitch. We are delighted to announce that Matthew Page Head Curator at the MCG will be assisting at the STA Turf Pitch Preparation day …
STA (Vic) Sports Turf Seminar 2019
Record attendance this year at the annual seminar which was held at the MCG on the 10th July, 2019 with an increased number of attendees and sponsor tables. 322 people attended and sponsor members made up 26 tables adding a great dimension in information sharing and networking. Thank you once again to all the sponsor members who supported us on …
Register now for Pitch Preparation Day, 10th September 2019, Melbourne Grammar, Flack Park, Port Melbourne
Register for this hands on day where participants will use the machinery and equipment to gain practical skills. Aimed at curators and those aspiring to build, prepare and maintain a quality cricket pitch. Thank you to Mentay and Cub Cadet for your sponsorship and supporting the industry. For more information on the day and the registration form click here
Sports Turf Seminar at the MCG
Last week at the Sports Turf Seminar at the MCG one of the great presentations was from Ernie Gmehling of Groundscience – The Science behind preparing a cricket wicket presented by Ernie Gmehling of Groundscience click here to see the presentation
Annual General Meeting 10th July 2019
Notices have previously been sent out to STA (Vic) members notifying of the Annual General Meeting to be held at 8.00am sharp, prior to the Sports Turf Seminar at the MCG on the 10th July 2019. To view documents for the AGM, click on the links below:- Notice to Members of AGM 10 July 2019 Minutes of Meeting 25th July …