Kaipara turf officially opens

A $50,000 renovation of the turf at Kaipara Flats School will mean students will be able to use the grounds for a number of different sports.

The turf was officially opened on May 19. Principal Gary O’Brien said the need for the all-weather turf was identified two years ago.

The new surface is designed with markings to cater for hockey, football, netball, basketball, tennis, four square and hand ball.

The project was started in January this year and completed in March with all funds raised by the school through PTA organised events.

“The whole school is thrilled with the result and the turf is being well used,” Mr O’Brien said.