The privately-owned TG Millner Field has been an important fixture in the history of the Ryde community since when it was first developed by the Vimiera Recreation Group and Col. Tom Millner in the 1950s when it was predominantly a rural area. Marsfield has changed dramatically over the years due to the community’s dedication to providing a better life and opportunities for future generations. TG Millner Field, developed by Eastwood Rugby Club members over many years, has played a central historical role in the development of the Marsfield community.
View PDF for The History of TG Millner FieldIn the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land the Wallumedegal clan and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Aboriginal people lived for thousands of years in what we call the City of Ryde. When the first Europeans settled at Sydney Cove in 1788 the traditional owners of this area were the Wallumedegal. That name was told to Captain Arthur Phillip, first governor of the convict colony of New South Wales, by Woollarawarre Bennelong who came from the clan called the Wangal on the south side of the river.
To learn more about the Wallumedegal people, visit the City of Ryde website.
We will continue to keep the community informed about the next steps in the process and the future of TG Millner Field as we move towards a Gateway Determination.