Earlville Sports Club Visual Story

Arrival

Earlville Sports Club is on Mulgrave Road in the Southern suburbs of Cairns. The club has seven tennis courts enclosed by high chain-link fences. Natural greenery surrounds the area, with mountains visible in the distance. Near the reception are three accessible car parking spaces.

From the parking area, there is a step-free ramp that leads to a low-set building that houses the reception. The reception area is accessible through sliding glass doors. The club's layout offers clear pathways and easy access, with the courts and facilities arranged for convenience.

On the left, a sign reading "COURT HIRE" is mounted above a fenced tennis court with a blue surface. The ground is a mix of asphalt and concrete, with marked parking spaces, including a designated area for disabled parking. In the centre, a pathway leads towards the courts, bordered by grass. On the right, another fenced tennis court is visible, also featuring a blue surface, with light poles positioned around.

On the left, a fenced tennis court features a blue surface, with a net running across the middle. The ground is a smooth concrete pathway leading up to the court. In the centre, the court is surrounded by a black mesh fence, and a few light poles are positioned nearby. On the right, a parking area is visible, with marked spaces and a section painted in yellow for designated parking. The floor is primarily concrete.

On the left, a chain-link fence encloses a tennis court with a blue surface, and a sign reading "COURT HIRE" is visible above. In the centre, a wide concrete pathway leads straight ahead, with a small drainage cover set into the ground. On the right, another fenced tennis court is visible, also featuring a blue surface. The ground is smooth concrete.

On the left, a white building with large glass doors is visible, leading to a shaded area with seating. The ground is a smooth concrete pathway that curves towards the right. In the centre, the pathway continues straight, flanked by two fenced tennis courts, both featuring blue surfaces and light poles. On the right, more greenery is visible, with trees providing shade near the courts. The floor is primarily concrete.

Sounds

Tennis balls hitting
Distant traffic
Birds chirping
Wind rustling leaves
Footsteps on concrete

Smells

Clean air
Tennis court rubber
Distant vehicle exhaust fumes
Fresh cut grass
Occasional food aromas

Feel

Excitement & anticipation
Changing floor surface (bitmen-concrete)
Warm sunlight
External weather conditions
Smooth concrete

Sight

Blue tennis courts
Green grass
Mountain backdrop
Chain-link fences
Tall floodlights

Clubhouse

The Clubhouse (Brian Gameau Memorial Hall) is a spacious venue with a calm, low-light atmosphere. Entry is through a large sliding glass door, leading into a space with a mix of carpeted and tiled flooring. Ceiling fans and air conditioning provide comfort. Directly ahead is an outward-opening door to a small kitchen, which includes a sink, fridge, oven, and drawers.

To the left of the hall, the second door leads to the male toilet, with the female toilet next to it, both equipped with a hand basin and mirror. Outside, a covered patio with seating overlooks the tennis courts, offering a versatile setting for events and activities.

On the left, a covered patio area features two yellow chairs and a small potted plant. The floor is a smooth concrete surface extending towards the entrance of the building. In the centre, large glass doors lead into the Brian Gameau Memorial Hall, with a sign mounted above. On the right, a fenced tennis court is visible, with a blue surface and surrounding greenery.

On the left, a mesh fence encloses a small area with a potted plant visible. The entrance features large glass doors leading into the Brian Gameau Memorial Hall, with a wooden sign above. In the centre, the hall is spacious, with a smooth grey floor and several ceiling fans visible. On the right, the view extends to a fenced tennis court with a blue surface. The floor is primarily concrete.

On the left, a small round table is positioned near the wall, with a few chairs nearby. The floor is covered in dark blue carpet, leading towards the centre of the room. In the middle, there are two tables, one with a white top and the other with a wooden finish, both set up for use. On the right, a stack of chairs is arranged against the wall, and large glass doors provide a view of the outdoor area, including tennis courts. The ceiling is white with several ceiling fans and lights installed.

On the left, a green chalkboard is mounted on the wall, accompanied by several framed certificates above it. A stack of black chairs is positioned nearby. In the centre, a white table stands on a patterned blue and grey tiled floor. On the right, a wall features promotional posters and a tennis ball on a shelf. Large glass doors provide a view of the outdoor area, including tennis courts. The ceiling is white with multiple ceiling fans and fluorescent lights installed.