Ironmark High Performance Centre at Redfern Oval

Ironmark High Performance Centre at Redfern Oval

The Ironmark High Performance Centre at Redfern Oval (located in Redfern, Sydney) is a fully equipped sports facility, commonly known as the professional training ground of the South Sydney Rabbitohs. The complex includes a large grass pitch for team sports, a training hall with modern equipment and ancillary facilities for athletes and teams.

In the surrounding area, there is also Redfern Park, which supports sports such as rugby football, touch football, half-court street basketball and a skate plaza. In short, the complex provides a combination of professional training, public activities and urban open space for a variety of sporting activities.

Key Features & Amenities

• Main field: Dimensions 131 m long × 84 m wide.
• Two dressing sheds for players.
• Covered grandstand for spectators.
• Lighting (flashlights/floodlights) for use with confirmed reservations.
• Public toilets on the field.
• Surrounding green space and parkland: Public green space, parkland and sports field.
• Half-court basketball court next to the main field.
• Possibility to reserve the field for sports use: Information on hourly reservation fees is available.

Programs & Activities

1. The pitch is used for sports such as rugby league and touch football.
2. A Go4Fun Program (suitable for children aged 7-13) is held in the complex's community room.
3. It is possible to book the pitch for sports activities or leagues ('Seasonal sports bookings' or 'Casual hire'), which indicates regular activities.

How to book

1. Visit the ‘Facilities > Sports Facilities > Redfern Oval’ page on the City of Sydney website.
2. On the same page, check the ‘Cost to hire’ section to see the costs for ‘Casual sports bookings’ and ‘Seasonal sports bookings’.
3. Click on the ‘Book a sports field’ link on the same page to open the booking or rental request form.
4. Complete the request form: enter information such as the type of use (non-commercial or commercial), desired date and time, number of people, and equipment required.
5. Once submitted, the City of Sydney will contact you to advise of availability, final cost, terms of use, and payment procedures.
6. Once confirmed, your booking is final and you are bound by the ‘Conditions of hire’ for this venue.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

1. Address: Redfern Street, Redfern NSW 2016, Australia.

2. Public transport access: Redfern Station and Central Station within walking distance, as the main metro/train station options.

3. Opening hours:

Monday to Friday: 7:00am to 10:00pm.

Saturday and Sunday: 8:00am to 8:00pm.

4. Contact details:

Tel: 02 9265 9333

Email: sports[at]cityofsydney[dot]nsw[dot]gov[dot]au

FAQs

What sports are played at this complex?

Mainly rugby league, touch football and strength training or team fitness.

Or is there a grandstand at the complex?

Yes, it has a covered grandstand for spectators.