What does a Plastic Pitch Mean?

The proposed plastic pitch will restrict space for community engagement and outdoor recreation, restricting areas for dog walking, casual exercise and recreation and community events such as the Greenwich Games.

A synthetic turf surface is made from plastic turf blades and rubber granule filling material and therefore lacks the regenerative, self-cleansing ability of natural turf. There are many consequences including:

●      The need for complete replacement every 8-10 years

●      The regular need for disinfection from animal fluids and faeces

●      The creation of a wildlife desert, void of insect and animal life

●      A heat island phenomenon

●      Pollution of the adjacent ecologically important ecosystems with microplastics

●      Comparatively higher carbon footprint

●      Large contribution to landfill following the end of its useful life

The replacement of Bob Campbell’s natural turf oval with a plastic turf surface will irreversibly degrade the intrinsic and ecological value of the Gore Creek Reserve ecosystem.

The Lane Cove Council’s Draft Masterplan can be viewed here: Click Here