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With 30 years of experience in the Cairns turf industry,
Tropical Lawns Pty Ltd
has professional staff and specialised equipment to meet your sports field maintenance needs. We have planted and grown in large sports areas like Endeavour Park and Walker Road facilities, various rugby league pitches, rugby union, cricket and baseball/softball fields, school soccer pitches and AFL ovals at Peace Lutheran College.
Our turf capabilities include washing soil from established turf (bare root) for laying on cricket wickets, golf greens and lawn bowls—production and spreading of stolons (runners) for establishing large areas.
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Removal of soil and weeds and levelling field surfaces with a Field Topmaker; take a look at
our video to see our Topmaker in action.
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Field preparation/Blecavator cultivation to turn over the soil and bury grass and stones with a reverse rotary hoe, leaving a level surface for planting.
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Line planting for quickly establishing new fields. Turf varieties are planted 20cm apart and managed to the handover stage.
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We can mow, perform weed control, and fertilise your fields. Our staff have commercial operators’ licences and ACDC accreditation.
At Tropical Lawns, we emphasise the importance of regular maintenance for top-quality sports fields. With three decades of experience in Cairns’ turf industry, we know that consistent care can enhance field longevity, safety and the overall quality of play. Our skilled team uses cutting-edge equipment, including Field Topmakers for soil and weed management and Blecavator for soil cultivation. This ensures your sports field meets the highest industry standards.

Opting for a local service like ours means you’ll receive customised solutions designed explicitly for Cairns’ unique climate and soil conditions. Our dedication to quality is evident in our work on large sports complexes like Endeavour Park and Walker Road facilities.
Seasonal changes can significantly impact the condition of your sports field. That's why it’s important to adapt your maintenance schedule to seasonal needs:
Our staff hold commercial operators’ licences and ACDC accreditation, ensuring that all maintenance activities are carried out to the highest standards, regardless of the season.
At Tropical Lawns, we understand that a well-maintained sports field is important for optimal performance. The frequency of maintenance depends on several factors, including the type of sport played, the turf variety and the climate. Our team has the expertise and specialised equipment to tailor a maintenance schedule that suits your specific needs, ensuring your field remains in peak condition year-round.
Damaged areas can compromise the quality of play and pose safety risks. Our professional staff utilise specialised equipment like Field Topmakers for the removal of soil and weeds and Blecavator cultivation to turn over the soil, burying grass and stones. This leaves a level surface ready for new turf or repair work. Our line planting technique allows for quick establishment of new fields, making it an ideal solution for repairing damaged areas.
Our comprehensive maintenance packages are designed to cover all aspects of sports field upkeep. This includes soil and weed removal, field levelling and turf replacement. We also offer services like mowing, weed control and fertilisation. Our staff hold commercial operators' licences and ACDC accreditation, ensuring all work is carried out to the highest standards.
Absolutely. We recognise that every sports field has unique requirements based on its usage and the sports played. Our 30 years of experience in the Cairns turf industry allows us to customise maintenance plans that align with your sports schedule, ensuring minimal disruption to games and events.