First LED Sports ground in Australia’s capital

Calwell playing fields have been illuminated with four new 22-metre light towers with an LED light system, becoming the first public ACT sports ground fitted with LED lighting. ACT Minister for Sport, Yvette Berry, said the Government promised new lights for Calwell as part of an investment to improve local sporting facilities. “This upgrade provides match play lighting for a range of competitions,” Ms Berry said. “Whether at an elite or social level, the high-quality lighting will provide better visibility to both the players and the fans that watch from the sidelines.” “Sports in Canberra always draw large participation numbers and crowds and the provision of state of the art lighting at this location helps to meet this demand,” Ms Berry said.