John Landy Field Recreation Reserve, recreation reserve in South Geelong, Victoria, Australia
John Landy Field is a recreation reserve in South Geelong with open grass areas and a running track built to national standards. The site includes spaces for multiple sports, playgrounds, and the W. J. P. Wood Pavilion for shelter and gatherings.
The field was built in the late 1950s after John Landy advocated in Geelong for creating a modern training facility. This initiative grew from the local community's desire to establish a specialized athletics venue for the region.
The field is named after John Landy, a celebrated Australian runner whose legacy shapes local sports culture. Visitors can sense the connection to decades of athletic tradition that continues to inspire the community today.
The site is open 24 hours daily and offers areas for running, playing, and training. Parking, changerooms, and first aid stations were upgraded in 2020 to improve comfort for all users.
The field hosted a major championship for regional athletes from Victoria in 2016, attracting competitors from across the state. This event showed the venue's role as a regional competition center beyond local training.
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