Hobartville’s Tamplin Field is about to look very different. Construction officially got underway this week after a ceremonial sod-turning event on Thursday, 3 September, bringing together Hawkesbury City Council representatives, local sporting groups and community members to mark the start of one of the area’s most significant recreation upgrades in recent memory.
The redevelopment will transform the long-standing sporting ground into a modern hub for sport and community life. Athletes can look forward to an upgraded eight-lane, 400-metre athletics track complete with a ten-lane 100-metre sprint track, while the existing turf field is being rebuilt to include proper facilities for shot put, discus, long jump and javelin. New multi-use courts will also be added, giving a wider range of sports and activities a home at the venue.
Beyond the athletics upgrades, the ageing amenities building will be reconstructed and fitted with tiered seating, and there’ll be a new play space and fitness station for families. Practical improvements are also on the list, including new car parking, pathways, irrigation and drainage, and social spaces with BBQ facilities and seating for community gatherings.
Government Spokesperson for Hawkesbury, the Hon. Peter Primrose MLC, said the ground has long served the community well and was overdue for an upgrade. “Tamplin Field has something for everyone,” he said. “This green oasis at Hobartville will receive a much-needed facelift so that locals of all ages have an even better space to stay active, connect with neighbours and enjoy the outdoors.”
Mayor Les Sheather described the project as a significant investment in Hawkesbury’s future. “This project will create a high-quality and accessible sporting and recreation space for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy for years to come,” he said. “The upgraded facilities will support local sporting organisations while also providing valuable open space and recreational opportunities for the wider community.”
Tamplin Field currently supports rugby league, little athletics, dog training, school sports carnivals and personal training sessions, and the upgrade is intended to help the site keep up with demand as the Hawkesbury region continues to grow.
The NSW Government‘s Western Sydney Infrastructure Grants Program is funding the redevelopment, with completion expected by the end of December 2027, weather permitting.
