The City aims to create more opportunities for juniors to stay active and play sport during extended periods of wet weather where possible. Please refer to the City's Sports Field Closure Policy for further information.
Community sport and recreation clubs can return to activity, as long as they meet the Queensland Government COVID-19 restrictions. This includes the completion of all the requirements documented in any associated Industry COVID Safe Plan before activity begins. Visit Queensland Government - Return to Play for details.
For more information on City's response, please visit cityofgoldcoast.com.au/covid19
City of Gold Coast’s Recreational Services will endeavour to keep our sport and recreational facilities open as often as possible, however at times they may be recommended for closure due to wet weather, maintenance or field renovations. For details of current sports field closures view the table below.
Details of sports field closures due to renovations can be found on our renovation schedule.
View the possible reasons for sports field closures below
Schools, clubs and groups who use the fields against the City's advice are reminded that should they cause damage to the playing surface, they may be liable for fines and/or cost for any damage caused.
As this information is updated at 8.30am and 2pm on business days (if there are any changes) and is unable to be updated after business hours or over weekend, please contact your club if weather conditions alter during this time, as they will determine playing and/or training conditions.
Should you have any queries regarding the use of the City's sports fields, please call 07 5667 5972 during business hours or email rou@goldcoast.qld.gov.au
Sports field closures as at 8:30AM 12 January 2021:
The City aims to create more opportunities for juniors to stay active and play sport during extended periods of wet weather where possible. Please refer to the City's Sports Field Closure Policy for further information.
The City has an annual renovation and maintenance program for sports fields and facilities, to ensure the fields are in a safe and useable playing condition. This usually occurs between September and December as this is the ideal growing period.
The type of renovation work undertaken on sports fields can include:
For further information, please contact:
Recreational Services
Phone: 07 5667 6863
Email: rou@goldcoast.qld.gov.au