Norman Griffiths Oval Update
- Tim Wootton
- Sep 29
- 1 min read

We are pleased to share some exciting news about Norman Griffiths Oval. At a recent Extraordinary Meeting, held on September the 11th, councillors voted in favour of proceeding with the long-awaited upgrade to a synthetic playing surface. The project is expected to take around 14 months to complete, with an investment of over $5 million committed to delivering this major community asset.
WPFC strongly supports the adoption of the latest environmentally conscious technologies in this project. Council has confirmed that options such as no-fill synthetic turf and turf derived from sugar cane are being explored, helping reduce microplastic impact and ensuring the new surface is as eco-friendly as possible. In addition, new recycling plants for synthetic grass are now operational in Australia, meaning end-of-life materials can be responsibly repurposed rather than going to landfill.
Once completed, Norman Griffiths Oval will provide a safe, durable, and sustainable all-weather facility that benefits not only our players but also the broader community. We’ll continue to keep members updated as works progress towards this exciting milestone in our club’s history.