About The Turf Growers Association of WA
The Turf Growers Association of WA (TGAWA) was established in 1992 as an association of turf growers and allied businesses governed by Rules, a Code of Ethics and a Code of Best Practice.
Supporting the Turf Industry in WA
The Australian lawn has been a part of our culture for many years and there is nothing we like more than spending time with the family in our own backyard.
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Installing and caring for lawn in West Australia
Expert Turf Tips
- From this ……to this………..in just 6 weeks - The Turf Growers Association WA has worked collaboratively with the Water Corporation to build this really good little guide on “How to bring your brown lawn back to life”. The usual reflex with a brown lawn is to give it a good soak, but it’s not just water your lawn needs to survive the heat.… Continue Reading
- Sprinkler TIP - Avoid using a combination of sprinkler types in a single irrigation station. Each sprinkler type distributes water at a different rate. Without uniform sprinkler types, you may find brown patches appear on your lawn. For example, pop up sprinklers generally take between 13 and 20 minutes to put down 10mm of water, while rotary sprinklers… Continue Reading
- Summer Tip - With the heat of summer upon us, it’s time to check if you’re irrigating your lawns and gardens effectively. The best way to measure whether you are applying 10mm of water per irrigation is by conducting a catch cups trial to measure your irrigation output. Catch cups are available free from your local Turf Growers… Continue Reading
The Sports Turf Association (WA) is a highly valued industry partner with whom the TGAWA is proud to be associated. Our associations have worked collaboratively for many years with the best interest of the if the WA Turf Industry at heart. This unique partnership has resulted in collaboration to fund the WA Turf Industry Executive Officer and broader recognition of the two associations as the combined WA Turf Industry.
Latest News
- Seminar and Workshop Presentations - Workshop: How To Manage New Sand Profiles Presentesd at WA Turf Seminar 2021 Author: Peter Ruscoe Sports Turf Technology; Peter has worked in the turf industry since 1990 after completing a Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Horticulture with honours at the University of Queensland. Peter joined Sports Turf Technology in 2002 and is part owner… Continue Reading
- Plastic not so fantastic: concerns raised over artificial W-League pitch - See Article: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2021/feb/22/plastic-not-so-fantastic-concerns-raised-over-artificial-w-league-pitch Continue Reading
Green Space Alliance Western Australia
Green Space Alliance WA is the WA alliance of organisations working to engage stakeholders, including government departments, local government and the community to influence creation of quality parks and gardens for a liveable state via innovative urban design, landscape architecture and outstanding landscaping projects.
One voice of GSA is acknowledged by numerous state government departments, as the point of reference for green infrastructure matters.
Green Space Alliance Vision Statement
To live in a community that values green spaces at its core which delivers benefits to everyone through improved health, wellbeing and livability by using innovative water and urban planning solutions.
The Turf Growers Association of WA is a proud member and supporter of the Green Space Alliance WA
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What a little champion!
11-year-old hits goal of mowing 50 lawns for people in need; starting his own business
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AUGUSTA, Ga. (WJBF) – It’s been just over a month since we met 11-year-old Julian La Pan. His goal: mowing 50 lawns for people in need, free of charge. Now, his mission is complete. …
The fight to keep synthetic fields out of Sydney continues with another great community run webinar, hosted by David Shoebridge. A panel of experts and passionate locals come together to highlight the dangers of synthetic turf and the challenges when dealing with local govt.![]()
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We have added new articles and links to our website: www.turfaustralia.com.au/resources/turf-information/natural-turf-vs-synthetic-grass/![]()
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You can listen to the webinar and discover the great work being done in Sydney.![]()
www.youtube.com/watch?v=9sIzYqgWVkM
Synthetic Turf Webinar recording
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This is our second webinar on Synthetic Turf held on 15 July 2021 – who knew it could be so interesting to watch grass grow! We hear from a number of experts…
Especially in Winter – Don’t mow too low. Lift your mower height now to help your lawn to stay alive and well during dormancy. ![]()
#lawnsaresleeping #loveyourlawn #winter #winterchallenge #turf #lawncare #lawnmower
Loving these turfed seats at the UWA School of Design. These seats have been created successfully with soft leaf buffalo growing in cylinders of soil. The turf has cleverly melded together to create a luxurious, comfortable and peaceful space to sit and relax. Students and visitors to the uni really enjoy this area of green space. #loveyourlawn #peaceful #soft #comfortzone #KeepOnTheGrass #cool
Thank you Water Corporation.
How to keep your lawn healthy during winter
www.watercorporation.com.au
Helpful tips for keeping your lawn healthy during winter and ready for springContact
- 25 Shields Crescent, Booragoon WA 6154
- info[@]tgawa.com.au
- 0422 120 990