About Us

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STA NSW is an association dedicated to the development and professionalism of sports turf management.

The Committee of STA NSW is made up of volunteers working within the sports turf industry with dedication and passion to grow a strong industry.

STA NSW runs events to support the education and professional development of sports turf managers at any level of their career. We produce newsletters to keep members up to date with industry news and  we are committed to support our members as they need it.

2025/2026 Committee

jesse bartlett

President

Jesse Bartlett

Sports Turf Specialists NSW 

damien curtis

Vice President

Damien Curtis

Campbelltown City Council

Vice President

Nathan Jobson

St Joseph’s College

nadeem

Treasurer

Nadeem Zreikat

Colin Campbell Chemicals

General Committee

grant thomas

Grant Thomas

Greenway Turf Solutions

paul stubbs

Paul Stubbs

ICL Growing Group

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Chris Chapman

Evergreen Turf

Julie-Ann Davey

Veljohn

Nathan Humphreys

Green Horticulture Group

Mick Sutton

Living Turf

Shane Burrows

Solutions Plus

Stephen Mallyon

Neverstop Water Group

jzadro

Jenny Zadro

Executive Officer

STA Strategic Plan 2023-2025

Our Vision

To represent, educate and connect the NSW Sports Turf Industry through leadership, accountability and integrity.

Our Purpose

To support members and provide opportunities to learn and network to create a professional, ethical, and sustainable sports turf industry.

Our Values

Strategies & Objectives

Future/Sustainablity

Engage, inspire and educate the younger generation of sports turf managers for the long term growth and sustainability of the industry.

Educate

Develop engaging educational programs for all aspects of sports turf management.

Represent

Provide members with resources and support to assist their growth and development in sports turf management. To advocate and represent the industry with government, educators and the organisations.

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Key Performance Indicators