Sod Turning - Official Beginning of Major Works
Shoalhaven City Council is pleased to report that the first sod was turned at Artie Smith Oval in Bomaderry on Friday, 11 February 2022 symbolising the official beginning of major works at the site.
Shoalhaven City Council Mayor, Amanda Findley joined Fiona Phillps, MP and Gareth Ward, MP at the official opening.
The redevelopment of the Artie Smith Reserve is the next stage of the larger Shoalhaven Community and Recreation Precinct (SCaRP) and will deliver a purpose-designed and purpose-built sporting precinct in accordance with AFL and Cricket sporting code requirements.
Contractors are commencing construction of pavement and external car park works on Barwon Street and West Birriley Street (as identified on the map below) as a part of the Artie Smith Oval Upgrade. Works are scheduled to commence in June 2022 and are expected to be completed in August 2022, weather dependent.
During this time, traffic and safety controls will be in place with some minor adjustments to speed limits. We are mindful and committed to minimising the impact of works on all residents and greatly appreciate your patience over the duration of the Artie Smith Redevelopment Project.
The facilities will include:
- a new AFL/Cricket field and pavilion clubhouse and amenities
- cricket practice facilities
- four croquet courts, clubhouse and amenities
- open space embellishments, including play and exercise equipment, landscaping, pathways and seating furniture
- onsite car parking
- perimeter security fencing providing pedestrian access.
A contemporary regional sporting facility is no longer a dream for the Shoalhaven and the redevelopment will provide quality training and sporting facilities for local sports clubs, players and will attract major sporting events to the Shoalhaven.
At Artie Smith Reserve, Council is working with the Public Works Authority (for Project Management) and Joss Construction to deliver a community facility for the new Artie Smith Oval.
Construction is scheduled to be finished by mid-2023, although subject to weather conditions.
