Subrail Park Gets Facelift for May Tourney
“We have received three expression of interest (EOI) for the painting works, the council is going through these applications.”
Wednesday 01 May 2024 | 11:45
Work is underway to lift Subrail Park’s to its best standard in preparation for the Digicel Fiji FACT football tournament in Labasa next month.
Labasa Town Council special administrator, Paul Jaduram, said upgrade works on the pitch include rolling and levelling the surface and trimming the surface twice to meet playing standards.
The levelling of the surface is meant to fill up the potholes on the pitch; this will ease the flow of the ground ball.
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According to Jaduram drainage works on the sides of the park have been addressed.
“Any outflow of surface water during a heavy downpour is a thing of the past now,” Jaduram said.
“The clogged drains with overgrowth grass are next on the list and we will get there.”
Subrail Park will close from today for the maintenance works and much needed upgrade.
Work is expected to be done before the tournament starts on May 31.
“This is costing more money; to get a replacement contractor would cost $55,000 more,” he indicated.
Jaduram added this was due to the increase in the required labour force and material expenses.
There is also an increase in the number of washrooms and toilet facilities for both gents and ladies to meet the expected huge turnout.
Painting works of the pavilion would be conducted soon.
“We have received three expression of interest (EOI) for the painting works, the council is going through these applications.”
A shelter has been constructed at the entrance of the park so that spectators don’t get wet from the rain or be scorched under the sun.
The $40,000 worth of investment on floodlights imported from China is expected to arrive in Labasa by May 15 to enhance visibility during Fiji FACT night games.
Seating numbering
Seats at the main pavilion would be numbered to ensure that fans have reasonable space to seat and enjoy the games.
“Tickets bought for these seats will ensure they remain vacant for fans even if they come to the park late or go somewhere and return after a few hours,” Jaduram added.
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