Due to the intense weather event and heavy rainfall, all Central Coast Council managed sporting fields (grassed) will be closed for use from 2pm today for the duration of the weekend.

Council assesses each facility after rainfall and has the duty of care to close a facility if it is deemed dangerous to play on or if playing on the facility will cause damage to further prolong closures.

Local sporting associations have been notified of the closures.

Council recognises that sporting associations and players are eager to play their respected sport however it has been recommended by our ground staff after assessment to close all sporting facilities for the weekend as the current ground conditions are unsuitable for community sport.

This decision has been made in the interest of safeguarding the well-being of all participants and preserving the longevity of the playing surfaces for the entirety of the winter sports season.

Ground staff have been unable to service some facilities this week due the heavy rain and excessive flooding in areas and believe with the pending weather conditions Council cannot guarantee the safety of the fields.

Hard surfaced courts are open at the discretion of the sporting associations with consideration to safety.

Players are advised to please contact their local sporting association for more information.

We apologise for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Please share this message with your local sporting community.

For more information on sports grounds, go to https://www.centralcoast.nsw.gov.au/recreation/sports/sportsgrounds