Content components We’re renewing Warner Reserve sportsground on Samarinda Avenue in Ashburton.These upgrades will improve the sportsground playing surface for local sporting clubs and the wider community to use and enjoy for years to come.TimelineWorks are expected to start in early September 2026, weather permitting, and finish by April 2027.About the projectThe renewal works will involve:replacing the existing playing surface with new natural turfreplacing the existing synthetic centre wicketreplacing the existing oval fencinginstalling a new irrigation and drainage system.How this may affect your visitThe sportsground, including dog off-lead area, will remain closed during the works. The car park off Samarinda Avenue will remain open to allow access to the playground and The Craig Family Centre during this time.The pavilion and playground will remain open.Sportsgrounds nearbyOther sportsgrounds in Ashburton, within 1.5 kilometres of Warner Reserve are:Ashburton ParkMarkham ReserveWatson Park.Off-lead dog parks nearbyOther off-lead dog parks in Ashburton, within 1.5 kilometres of Warner Reserve are:Ashburton ParkMarkham Reserve.
