Trigger Project 1
Eden Park turf replacement
Trigger Project 2
​Otaraua Park, survey, design, primary and secondary drainage
Trigger Project 3
Ngā Puna Wai, Community Fields, laser levelling, primary and secondary drainage
Trigger Project 4
​Awapuni Park Tennis Club, artificial turf replacement
Trigger Project 5
​Hagley Oval, construction of new wicket and outfield
Trigger Project 6
​Wellington International Airport, Avanex project
Auckland
2021
$600,000
The Eden Park Trust
Content Project 1

Eden Park turf replacement

After 17 years of history, the decision was made to replace the hallowed turf of  Eden Park’s Number One field.
Mexteds’ Operations team removed the old turf and prepared the surface ready for the rollout of the new HG Hero Eden Park Edition turf.
Mexteds was also involved in the initial survey, design work, and using our automated machine control on the project.
Throughout the process industry best practice was followed, with excavators removing the old surface to minimise the amount of waste material.
Cameron Mexted says, “We removed the old Motz turf while minimising the removal  of clean sand beneath it – this was a big consideration throughout our planning and execution of the works.”
We then 3D levelled the subgrade to mimic the final design levels, before importing around 800 tonnes of new sand.  The new sand was then 3D-levelled, combined into the underlying sand and consolidated.
“Everyone worked together very well to overcome a number of challenges that come with a project of this significance”, says Cameron.
Farewelling our previous turf and welcoming HG Hero Eden Park Edition has been a project years in the making. With many logistics, equipment and contractors required, it has been a collaborative effort to ensure we deliver the best possible outcome for New Zealand’s national stadium.”  Blair Christiansen, Turf Manager, Eden Park.
Waikanae​
2018​
$166,000​
Kāpiti Coast District Council​
Content Project 2

​Otaraua Park, survey, design, primary and secondary drainage

​Otaraua Park, Waikanae, is Kāpiti Coast District Council’s newest park, being developed in stages for a range of sports over the next few years. Mexteds surveyed the entire park and then designed the drainage system for the first playing field, installing 3,000 metres of primary lateral drains in January 2018.
In November 2018 we completed the secondary drainage system for the Otaraua sports field, with 14,000 metres of gravel banding.
​“The drainage Mexteds have put in is pretty incredible. Immediately we have seen the effects of the primary drainage, but we also know we can make it better with the secondary drainage. We’re getting very good feedback from users of the park.” 
– Mark Hammond, Parks Officer, Kāpiti Coast District Council
Christchurch​
2018
$300,000​
HEB Construction​
Content Project 3

​Ngā Puna Wai, Community Fields, laser levelling, primary and secondary drainage

​The Ngā Puna Wai sports hub is a major Christchurch development to replace athletics, hockey, tennis and rugby facilities lost in the Canterbury earthquakes.
Mexteds won the contract to build two community fields and two rugby league fields for head contractor, HEB Construction.
In March 2018 we began work on the two community fields. We laser levelled the sub-grade before installing 4,000 metres of primary drains, followed by 20,000 metres of secondary sand-slit drainage, using our twin-wheeled trencher. We then spread and laser-levelled 100mm of turf sand before grassing, fertilising and managing the grow-in.
The community fields were successfully handed over to the Christchurch City Council in October.
“To provide an advantage with our tender we desired a sub-contractor that was at the leading edge of sports turf innovation and one that would provide a product for the client that was completed to a higher standard and quicker than our competitors. From the tender submissions received, the decision to partner with Mexteds on Ngā Puna Wai was a no brainer.

From day one they challenged the specifications, they put proposals forward to change specified installation methods, which has resulted in saving the client time and money. These turfs were successfully handed over to the client on time, which was challenging with a winter grow-in period.  The client was extremely impressed with the quality of the completed product handed to them.”
​- Bryce Moir, Senior Project Manager, HEB Construction Limited
Palmerston North​
2018
$10,000​
UnReal Grass​
Content Project 4

Awapuni Park Tennis Club, artificial turf replacement

​This project involved the renovation of two tennis courts at the Awapuni Park Tennis Club, laying a new all-weather playing surface for UnReal Grass.
The artificial grass product used was ITF-certified tennis turf and a small team from Mexteds, led by our artificial turf expert, Jules de Vries, worked alongside UnReal Grass to achieve a high-quality result for the client.
​“I was completely confident and impressed with [the Mexted team’s] work ethics. They were fantastic to work alongside and I really hope this is the start of a mutually beneficial relationship with UnReal Grass” 
– Rob Howard, director, UnReal Grass
Christchurch​
2014
$960,000​
Christchurch City Council​
Content Project 5

​Hagley Oval, construction of new wicket and outfield

​Mexteds successfully tendered to construct a new international wicket block and outfield at Hagley Oval ahead of the International Cricket World Cup in 2015.
The first stage involved installing 350 metres of collector drains and 2,250 metres of lateral drains to receive the water from secondary sandslits in the outfield. 
At the same time we removed five existing first class wicket blocks and built a new 11 strip wicket. 
Andrew Rutledge, the technical expert project manager, designed the innovative inverted oval saucer profile, with gradual falls in all directions from the cricket block to the outfield. 
Using 3D modelling and our TotalStation system, the required heights were programmed into our Fendt tractors to achieve the perfect grades.
Mexteds also installed the irrigation system, before grassing the new wicket and outfield and managing the grow-in.
These images tell the story of how Mexteds carried out the project
This redevelopment continues to deliver top results, with Hagley Park being named 'International Pitch of the Year' four times in the last five years by New Zealand Cricket.
​“Huge credit has to go to Steve [Mexted], Andrew [Rutledge] and Rupert [Bool] who have led this project professionally, passionately and expertly.”  Lee Germon, former chief executive, Canterbury Cricket.
“Mexteds managed the challenges well and modified their methodology to suit the local environs, without a compromise to quality.”  
- Andrew Rutledge
Wellington​
2015-2018​
$250,000.00​
​Wellington International Airport
Content Project 6

Wellington International Airport, Avanex project​

​Mexteds has worked on a five-stage project to replace the turf alongside the runways at Wellington airport with Avanex, a bird deterrent grass aimed at reducing bird strike. 
Mexteds’ work involved spray out and surface renovation through dethatching, sweeping and decompaction, followed by fertiliser application, seedbed preparation and the drilling of the Avanex seed. We also managed the grow-in, including temporary irrigation installation.
The highest standards of health, safety and quality control were required for this project, and the work was undertaken at night when the airport was closed to air traffic.
Mexteds worked on the project with Sports Surface Design and Management (SSDM), an accredited consultancy for Avanex.
​Mexteds’ specialist equipment and knowledge were key factors in its selection as the contractor of choice.”  Will Bowden, sports turf consultant, SSDM.

“Mexteds are leaders in their field and we have been more than happy with what they have done for us. The standard of work has always been consistently high, and communication is key for me.”  
- Denys Beveridge, Airside Operations, Wellington International Airport Ltd
​“The drainage Mexteds have put in is pretty incredible. Immediately we have seen the effects of the primary drainage, but we also know we can make it better with the secondary drainage. We’re getting very good feedback from users of the park.” 
– Mark Hammond, Parks Officer, Kāpiti Coast District Council