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Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre – 24/7 Member Access is a sporting facility located in the suburb of Newstead, Tasmania. The centre is home to the Cavaliers Netball Club and offers a range of sporting facilities and competitions for tennis and squash players of all levels.
For tennis enthusiasts, the centre boasts four tennis courts, available to both members and the public. Non-members can also book a court for a fee through the Bar Manager, Martin Maddox. The club provides member access to court and change room facilities from 7am till 10pm, 7 days a week via a key system, requiring a refundable deposit of $20.
The tennis courts at Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre are equipped with the latest Tennis Australia standard Plexipave finish, ensuring optimal playing conditions. There are also two courts with artificial grass for those who prefer a different surface. Spectators can enjoy an excellent viewing area to catch all the thrilling tennis action. Nighttime usage is made possible with the installation of lights, available for use at an additional cost of $6 per hour.
To enhance convenience, the centre offers separate male and female change rooms, complete with showers. Members also benefit from free off-street car parking. Racquets and balls are included in the court hire fee for non-members, and booking a court is made easy through the centre's online booking system. The centre also participates in the Autumn and Spring Tennis Pennant competitions, offering teams from A Grade to C Grade.
For squash enthusiasts, Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre offers recently renovated squash courts with brand new front walls. Members can enjoy casual play or join the pennants, which are held throughout the year and cater to players of all ages and skill levels. Non-members can make bookings through the Bar Manager, Martin Maddox. Similar to the tennis facilities, member access to the squash courts and change room facilities is available from 7am till 10pm, 7 days a week using a key system.
The squash courts feature a Pay for Play light system, where $1 grants players 10 minutes of playtime. Kids can also participate in coaching sessions held every Friday from 4:30pm to 5:30pm. The centre hosts three major pennants lasting around ten weeks each, as well as three three-week tournaments, including the Summer, Club Championship, and Handicap tournaments. After the completion of these events, functions are held, providing a social atmosphere for players and members.
Similar to the tennis facilities, the squash courts also provide separate male and female change rooms with showers. Free off-street car parking is available, and racquets, balls, and safety glasses are included in the court hire fee for non-members. Bookings can be conveniently made through the centre's online booking system.
In addition to its tennis and squash facilities, Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre includes a clubroom with a licenced bar. The bar opens from 4pm onwards, Monday to Saturday, and is expertly managed by Martin Maddox. This allows members and players to wind down and relax after their games or competitions. The centre also offers a function room available for hire, making it an ideal venue for special events or gatherings.
Other amenities available at the centre include table tennis, darts, a pool table, BBQ facilities, and a grassed area. These additional features contribute to the excellent social environment that Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre is known for.
As a community-friendly facility, the centre welcomes various local community groups who utilise the venue for their functions and meetings. Some of these groups include the Cavaliers Netball Club, the Van Dieman Fly Fishers, TBug - Tamar Bicycle User Group, and Almighty Clinical Pilates. These groups appreciate the variety of meeting spaces available and the added benefit of having access to the bar, enhancing the social aspects of their gatherings.
Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre also enjoys the support of their gold sponsors, LAUNTEL and The Albert Brewery. LAUNTEL is Australia's fast and most flexible internet service provider, offering great service, customer freedom, and high speeds. The Albert Brewery focuses on traditional brewing techniques backed with passion and precision, offering beautifully brewed products that are now available in venues and bottle shops across Tasmania.
To learn more about Newstead Tennis & Squash Centre and its offerings, including court bookings and membership, individuals can visit the centre's website or contact Martin Maddox, the Bar Manager. The centre is dedicated to providing exceptional sporting facilities, encouraging the growth of tennis and squash in the community, and fostering a welcoming social environment for all members and visitors.