Thee roof, made possible thanks to funding from the North Queensland Touch Association's 2014 Development Fund program, allows all-weather seating outside the clubhouse and was immediately put to the test as the rains fell over the weekend.

It's not too late for affiliated local associations to submit their application for funding though the NQTA 2014 Development Fund program.

To find out more, visit http://www.nqtouch.com.au/affiliate-resources/grants-funding/2014-development-fund.php