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Adelaide Locks In Liv Golf Until 2031
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Adelaide Locks In Liv Golf Until 2031LIV Golf will remain in Adelaide until at least 2031, with the popular tournament to remain at The Grange before moving to a new course in three years’ time. The extension was announced by South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas at the famous ‘watering hole’ prior to the final round teeing off on championship Sunday. Now in its third year in the South Australian capital, capacity crowds of 35,000 per day have attended The Grange Golf Club, meaning a total expected crowd of more than 100,000 over three days. However, the tournament will move to a new venue from 2028, with the state government investing heavily into redeveloping the public golf course at North Adelaide, to be designed by Greg Norman, to become the future host. In recent days, there had been rumours that the Victorian government was hoping to snatch the event from Adelaide, however its links with the USPGA would make a partnership unlikely. Melbourne will host the Presidents Cup for the fourth time in 2028 at the iconic Kingston Heath Golf Club, after hosting the world-renowned event in 1998, 2011 and 2019 at Royal Melbourne Golf Club. LIV Adelaide is the most popular tournament of the league’s 14-event annual schedule, with crowds to exceed 100,000 for the first time, after attracting 80,000 and 90,000 in the first two years. The future of the Saudi-funded breakaway golf league is still somewhat clouded however, with talks ongoing about a potential merger between LIV and the US Tour. It’s here to stay. And we’ll be delivering something truly unique at the North Adelaide Golf Course. pic.twitter.com/UsCDNC9h7Y Meanwhile, there are changes in the Australian golf landscape, with the Australian Open to move away from its mixed-gender format and revert to two separate tournaments. The current format was unveiled back in 2022, but criticism has grown from players, particularly during the 2024. The venues and dates of the men’s and women’s Australian Open’s are yet to be announced, however there is a push for Royal Melbourne to host the men’s edition.
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Feb 16, 2025
$11M Worth Of Upgrades Unveiled At Barlow Park
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$11M Worth Of Upgrades Unveiled At Barlow ParkNew broadcast quality lighting and a large-screen replay scoreboard have been unveiled at Barlow Park ahead of the NRL trial match between the Cowboys and Dolphins. The $10.9 million worth of upgrades were unveiled by the Crisafulli Government earlier this week ahead of Friday’s match, which will help secure more professional televised sporting events to Cairns. The project, which included the establishment of four new lighting poles with 92 LED lights, was co-funded with a $6.9m Cairns Regional Council contribution and $4m state investment by the former government. The lights will allow Barlow Park to host more high-profile events in prime-time evening slots – including NRL, Super Rugby and A-League fixtures – which will bolster the region’s reputation as a sporting destination. The new video replay screen, installed by LED big screen specialists Big Screen Video, measures 13.12m x 7.36m with its total size of 96.56 sqm set to enhance the fan experience at the Cairns venue. Minister for Sport and Racing and Minister for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Tim Mander said the new infrastructure would have an enormous impact on the community. “Barlow Park is the beating heart of sport in Cairns, and these upgrades ensure it remains a first-class venue that can attract top-level sporting content,” Minister Mander said.  “The lighting upgrades will not only ensure it is an even better facility for the community to use, but that Barlow Park can host televised professional sporting content with broadcast standard lighting.  “The experience for fans will have a flow-on effect, encouraging and inspiring greater participation in sport within the community while boosting local businesses, creating jobs, and delivering a real economic return for the region. “The Crisafulli Government is committed to ensuring all Queenslanders have access to world-class sporting facilities and opportunities, backing communities with the infrastructure they deserve.” The upgrades form part of the major redevelopment plans for Barlow Park – a $91 million project to ready the venue for the 2032 Olympic Games including the construction of a new two-tier grandstand. Announced in August last year, the broader redevelopment of the venue is subject to approval in the ongoing 100-day review into Olympic Games infrastructure, of which the recommendations are due to be announced in approximately four weeks. Barron River MP Bree James said the flow-on effects to the local economy can’t be underestimated.   “It’s a great opportunity for our local sporting clubs to get to play on the same grounds as their sporting heroes, which can be really inspiring for young kids,” she said. Cairns Mayor Amy Eden say the broadcast quality lighting will mean that Cairns can now host night fixtures, such as next week’s trial match between the NQ Cowboys and the Dolphins. “This upgrade is a game-changer for sports tourism and events in Cairns, boosting the city's ability to host elite level matches, entertainment, and community events for years to come,” Mayor Eden said.  “They are also part of a broader project to upgrade this facility ahead of the 2032 Olympic Games, where it has been earmarked to host football (soccer) preliminary group games.  “Broadcast quality lighting means we can now host night fixtures, such as (the) trial match between the NQ Cowboys and the Dolphins. “The big screen, which is similar to the one in Townsville and the biggest at a sporting ground in the Far North, will enhance the experience for the crowd.”
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Feb 14, 2025
Hawks Extend Tasmanian Partnership To Continue Playing Games At Utas
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Hawks Extend Tasmanian Partnership To Continue Playing Games At UtasThe Hawthorn Football Club has extended its long-standing and successful partnership with the Tasmanian Government to play home games at UTAS Stadium at least until the end of 2027. The two-year extension means that the Hawks will continue to host four home matches per season at the Launceston venue, where the club has enjoyed an impressive winning record for more than two decades. Since 2001, Hawthorn has won 61 of a possible 82 games at UTAS Stadium (75% winning record), making it one of the most successful records for any club at any venue in the league. Hawthorn President Andy Gowers said, “Launceston has long been a happy hunting ground for the Hawks, and we’re thrilled about hosting games there until the end of 2027. “With the Tasmanian Devils due to make their debut in the competition in 2028, this extension is the perfect fit for the footy-loving public in Launceston.” Upgrade works commenced at UTAS Stadium late last year, with more substantial improvements to come in the near future, including the construction of a new grandstand, as part of the $130 million redevelopment. Off the field, the Hawks continue to have a meaningful impact in the Tasmanian community, with programs that address mental health, literacy, food education, physical education and road and safety education. Coupled with an investment in junior football, curriculum-aligned school programs and efforts to make the club’s match days accessible to all, Hawthorn has prided itself on its immense footprint in the Tasmanian community. Hawthorn CEO Ash Klein said, “We can't wait to continue our special connection with Tasmania in 2025 and beyond. “Since playing our first game in Tasmania almost 25 years ago, Hawthorn is proud to be bringing AFL games to the state, whilst positively impacting locals through meaningful community programs. “There are obviously many economic benefits that the matches bring to the local community but what is clear is that our team absolutely loves playing in Launceston, winning almost eight out of every 10 games we play there.” Hawthorn is celebrating its centenary in 2025 and more than 1,600 members attended its recent Family Day event at Waverley Park. This year will be the club’s last at its Waverley base, before it moves to its new facility at Dingley later in the year. The club this week provided an update on the Kennedy Community Centre. Key internal works are now underway on the Harris High Performance Centre, including level 1 wall framing, ceiling works, and facade cladding. Over at the Community Pavilion, facade cladding is also set to take place after the steel structure was completed. And after turf was laid down on our two training ovals at the end of last year, both fields are almost nearing the end of their establishment period. As the Hawks prepare to relocate from Waverley Park to Dingley, Gowers provided an update to members last week. “Towards the end of last year, we shared that the club had begun exploring what the sale or lease of our existing home at Bunjil Bagora, Waverley Park might look like. We expect to be taking some steps in this space over the next couple of weeks so you may see some media coverage about it.”
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Feb 13, 2025
Tca Ground To Receive An Upgrade
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Tca Ground To Receive An UpgradeOne of Hobart’s most used cricket and football grounds is set to receive a significant upgrade to its ageing facilities. The Tasmanian Cricket Association Ground (TCA Ground), at Queens Domain, is used by hundreds of players from the Hobart Football Club, DOSA Football Club and North Hobart Cricket Club. Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said upgrades to the 1970s build were much needed to ensure accessibility for all players. “The Tasmanian Government has committed $150,000 to the Hobart Football Club to deliver amenity upgrades at the TCA Ground as part of our 2030 Strong Plan to Tasmania’s Future,” Minister Duigan said. “The funding will enable the development of modern amenities to support increasing female and male participation at both senior and junior player levels. “The project upgrades include separate ambulant toilets and modern unisex toilets and showers, as well as installation of new hot water services, hand basins and mechanical ventilation. “I’m pleased to say that work on the TCA Ground has commenced on the design and planning phase, and construction is ready to commence once the statutory permits are received. “I look forward to seeing the new, best practice facilities that will foster a more inclusive and supportive environment for all players.” The Tasmanian Government knows how incredibly important our sporting and community groups are in bringing our communities together and connecting Tasmanians. “We are ensuring Tasmanians have access to more and more sporting and wellbeing opportunities than ever before by upgrading and improving over 100 sporting and community clubs right across the State,” Minister Duigan said.
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Feb 10, 2025
Construction Underway On Crows Hq At Thebarton Oval
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Construction Underway On Crows Hq At Thebarton OvalConstruction of Adelaide’s new headquarters at Thebarton Oval is underway, with a ceremony held last Thursday marking a significant moment in the Club’s history. Attended by SA Premier Peter Malinauskas, Infrastructure and Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis, and significant business and industry identities, the ceremony saw Crows Chairman John Olsen officially turn soil on the $100m project. It follows nearly a decade of discussions and complex negotiations with a large number of varied stakeholders however, demolition and earthworks are now under way in earnest. Once complete, Crows players, coaches, staff, members and supporters will have access to a 150m long, two-storey building that wraps around Thebarton Oval. The new sports precinct will provide a permanent match day home for Adelaide’s AFLW team, as well as a café and members lounge for all-day casual dining with indoor and outdoor seating to watch the Crows’ players train. There will also be a dedicated function centre and interactive museum allowing fans to immerse themselves in the Club’s history. “It has been an enormous undertaking to get to this point and it’s both exciting and rewarding,” Olsen said. “Since finalising the building contract late last year, the building company Tandem has been able to make good progress and there has already been a considerable transformation of the site. “A project of this magnitude would not be possible without the support we have received from all levels of government and the AFL, as well as those who are backing our capital raising campaign, for which we are very appreciative. “This is the most ambitious and significant project in the Club’s history and we are determined to deliver our players and coaches a world class training base, and our members and fans a place they can come together and call home.” Premier Malinauskas said the Government was proud to be supporting the project which he described as a “win-win-win”. “This project will deliver the Adelaide Crows a fitting facility for the 21st century, and support the growth of women’s footy, delivering the Crows AFLW side a much-deserved home ground,” he said. “More than that, it will unlock Thebarton Oval for the broader community, providing a space everyone can enjoy for exercise, dog walking or catching up with family and friends.” Jamie McClurg, Executive Chairman of Commercial & General Group, which includes Tandem, emphasised the project's community impact. "We are proud to be part of another major South Australian project, this time delivering critical sporting infrastructure for the Crows and the State,” McClurg said. “As a local business, supporting the community is fundamental to us, and this project is no exception.”
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Feb 09, 2025
Gabba West Proposal For 2032 Brisbane Olympic Stadium
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Gabba West Proposal For 2032 Brisbane Olympic StadiumBrisbane-based architectural studio Kirk have released their 'Gabba West' proposal - a new 60,000-seat main stadium built adjacent to the existing venue for the 2032 Brisbane Olympic Games. It's the latest in a long list of stadium proposals to be considered in the 100 Day Review for Olympic infrastructure. The proposal delivers Brisbane a modern stadium while utilising the existing Gabba stadium for warm-up tracks and expanded spectator events during the Games. Following the Olympics, the current Gabba stadium would be demolished and the historical site returned to the city to deliver over 2500 apartments, community green space and expansion of the East Brisbane State School by 2042.The proposal taps into the site’s generous transport infrastructure, seamlessly integrating with the Cross River Rail and South-East Busway while being within a 15-minute walk of eight major central rail and busway stations including Southbank, Kangaroo Point and the CBD. Building a new stadium adjacent to the existing venue would also mean the Brisbane Lions and cricket wouldn't need to relocate to another venue, as they would have had to if the exiting venue was replaced under that proposal. The site on which the new stadium would be built is already an active construction site (for the Cross River Rail project), allowing development to commence immediately. Architect Richard Kirk told the Brisbane Times the 60,000-seat stadium would be built using timber, making it one of the most environmentally friendly stadiums in the world, while the structure could be prefabricated off-site to reduce construction time.
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Feb 07, 2025
Mcg To Host Nfl Matches In Multi-Year Deal
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Mcg To Host Nfl Matches In Multi-Year DealThe NFL is heading to Melbourne, with the MCG to host a regular season home game for the LA Rams in 2026. The multi-year agreement between the Victorian Government and the National Football League was announced at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground on Thursday, representing the first time a regular season NFL game has been played in Australia. The exact date and match-up is set to be announced, however it’s likely the match will be played in week one of the 2026 NFL season, which is expected to be in September, with the fixture almost likely to be played during the day to suit the American television market. It’s not the first time the NFL has travelled to the country however, with an exhibition game played between Denver and the San Diego Chargers at Stadium Australia in Sydney in August 1999, attended by 74,000 and the then-110,000-capacity stadium. Accor Stadium, as it’s known as now, has a 82,000 capacity, with the MCG boasting room for a further 18,000 spectators, with its 95,000 seating capacity and overall capacity in excess of 100,000. As part of the NFL International Series, other venues outside of the USA to host NFL matches have included Wembley Stadium, Twickenham Stadium & Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (England), Estadio Azteca (Mexico), Allianz Arena & Deutsche Bank Park (Germany), and Arena Corinthians (Brazil). 2025 matches are also scheduled for Olympiastadion (Germany) and Santiago Bernabéu Stadium (Madrid). The first match in 2026 will feature the Los Angeles Rams as the ‘host’ team, who’ve been assigned Australian region as one of their international marketing areas. A Melbourne game will also be played in 2027. Each NFL game in 2024 attracted an average of nearly 20 million American viewers, with millions more tuning in worldwide. The inclusion of Melbourne in the NFL's regular season brings this excitement to Australian shores, promising to engage local fans and introduce the sport to new audiences. Australia represents a significant and expanding market for the NFL, boasting a growing fan base of 6.6 million supporters. This enthusiasm will be evident on Monday as thousands of American football fans gather at live sites across Melbourne for the Super Bowl LIX showdown between the Philadelphia Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs. The MCG will be the #RamsHouse in 2026! 🐏🇦🇺 The @RamsNFL are the 2026 @NFL Melbourne Game designated team. Register your interest 👉 https://t.co/mHEV3ygdr2 pic.twitter.com/FJcXVfUXkH The NFL regular season games adds to the impressive suite of events already held in Melbourne and across Victoria, including the Australian Open tennis, Melbourne Cup, AFL Grand Final, F1 Grand Prix, Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix and Boxing Day Test. NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said, “Expanding to Melbourne, Australia, a beautiful city with a rich sports history, underlines our ambitions to become a global sport and accelerate international growth.” “Together with the Victorian State Government, Visit Victoria and the Melbourne Cricket Ground, and with the Los Angeles Rams in 2026, we look forward to making history in what is an important market for the NFL and a significant next step in expanding our international footprint.” Victorian Minister for Tourism, Sport and Major Events Steve Dimopoulos said, “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for fans on the hallowed turf of the MCG.” “It is a massive coup, thousands of jobs, millions of people watching our state - a huge boost to the Victorian economy.” Other American sports to be played in Australia include two pre-season NHL games at Rod Laver Arena in 2023 and two regular season MLB games at the SCG in 2014. Meanwhile, reports on Friday suggest the NBA could also be on its way to Melbourne, with at least one NBA team to play one or more games in October against Melbourne NBL teams or an NBL all-star team, likely at Rod Laver Arena. The NBA has previously played regular season matches in Tokyo, Mexico and London. More than 50,000 spectators packed Marvel Stadium in 2019 to watch Team USA take on the Australian Boomers.
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Feb 07, 2025
Afl Announces Ticket Price Freeze For Mcg And Marvel Stadium Games
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Afl Announces Ticket Price Freeze For Mcg And Marvel Stadium GamesThe AFL has announced another price freeze on general admission tickets for all matches at the MCG and Marvel Stadium across the 2025 AFL season, with tickets set to go on sale on February 19. General admission tickets will remain at $27 for adults, $18 for concession and $5 for juniors aged 14 and under, while children aged four and under continue to be free. A general admission ‘Family ticket’ consisting of two adults and two children will also be frozen at $54 for all home and away season games at both the MCG and Marvel Stadium. The milestone marks the seventh consecutive year the AFL has frozen general admission ticket prices at the MCG and Marvel Stadium, strengthening its commitment to making the game more accessible for fans. 2025 AFL and Club members will once again have a 24-hour member priority window to snap up tickets for MCG (Ticketek) and Marvel Stadium (Ticketmaster) matches which go on sale on Tuesday 18 February, with the General Public able to purchase tickets from Wednesday 19 February.  Exact on-sale times are listed below. More than 8.2 million spectators attended matches during the 2024 AFL Season, making it the highest attended season on record. All 18 AFL Clubs set the ticket prices for their home matches, with the tenant clubs of the MCG and Marvel Stadium helping the AFL deliver this price freeze for fans, while all clubs across the competition to continue to keep matches as affordable and accessible as possible. The 2025 general admission price freeze follows the AFL's continued commitment to affordability in a year which saw entry level Finals tickets frozen, free access to Gather Round tickets for all members, Kids Go Free national campaign across the school holiday period in July and Round 24 in Victoria, a price freeze on footy food at Marvel Stadium, and under 18s continuing to be free at all NAB AFLW matches. “The AFL is proud to continue to freeze prices for general admission and family tickets for the seventh consecutive year,” AFL CEO Andrew Dillon said. “On any given weekend there could be 4-5 matches in Victoria, and we understand the cost-of-living pressures across every household and every business, which is why we are committed to ensuring as many people as possible can enjoy the excitement of our game firsthand. “We have the best fans in the world, and with record breaking attendance figures last year and a great take up of tickets for next week’s Indigenous All-Stars match in Perth, and next month’s Opening Round and Gather Round matches, we’re excited to see the return of full stadiums again in 2025.” In 2025, there are 89 Home and Away matches spread across the two venues (47 matches at the MCG, 42 matches Marvel Stadium). View the full 2025 AFL Fixture here. Buy tickets for the 2025 AFL season through official ticket agencies via the Austadiums Tickets Hub here. Club Members & General Public (both MCG and Marvel) Tuesday 18th February12pm: Club Members (Rounds 1-15) Wednesday 19th February 202512pm: General Public (Rounds 1-15) MCC/AFL Reserve (MCG) - 10am MCC | 2pm AFLTues 18th Feb (Rounds 1-6)Tues 25th March (Rounds 7-9)Tues 29th April (Rounds 10-12)Tues 20th May (Rounds 13-15) AFL Reserve (Marvel Stadium) - 10amTues 18th Feb (Rounds 1-6)Tues 25th March (Rounds 7-9)Tues 29th April (Rounds 10-12)Tues 20th May (Rounds 13-15)
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Feb 07, 2025
Kylie Set To Deny Wildcats Nbl Final At Rac Arena
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Kylie Set To Deny Wildcats Nbl Final At Rac ArenaA concert at RAC Arena is set to lock out its anchor tenant from the Perth venue for the first week of NBL finals. Perth Wildcats owner Mark Arena has issued a statement, calling it an “absolutely ridiculous” decision to deny the Wildcats a final at their home court. Despite just one Kylie concert being held at the venue, on February 15, Arena said the venue has been booked for the “basically the full week“. The NBL club has averaged crowds of 13,125 in its four games at RAC Arena this year, with the club attracting the highest home attendances in the league this season. The Wildcats are currently third on the NBL ladder with one game remaining in the regular season against Adelaide at RAC Arena on Friday night. If they remain third, they earn play-in hosting rights against the fourth-ranked team, likely to be played on Tuesday 11 February. The unavailability of the 13,500-capacity RAC Arena means the club would likely have to play the final at the 4,500-capacity Perth HPC (formerly HBF Stadium). The Wildcats last played at the Mt Claremont venue more than a decade ago, prior to the opening of RAC Arena, in the 2011-12 NBL season, when it was known as Challenge Stadium. It hosted its first NBL game since then this season as part of HoopsFest where all NBL games were played in Perth. The club currently trains at the Bendat Basketball Centre in Floreat, however that venue holds just 2,000. Mark Arena said he felt for the club’s nearly 11,000 members, with more than half set to miss out on the Wildcats’ finals opener. “We have an issue unfortunately with RAC Arena,” Arena said. “I love Kylie, but Kylie is coming to town and RAC Arena has basically booked out the whole week. “It’s not a done deal but basically she’s playing on Saturday night and they’ve booked the whole week. “RAC Arena in their infinite wisdom has decided, we’re going to book the whole of the first week of finals out at RAC Arena. “I’m super disappointed, super mad. We’re the anchor tenant there. “You do really well on the ladder and you want a home-court advantage, and we’re going potentially to Perth HPC. “The amount of members that might miss out on this, I feel really bad for them and I’m just as mad as they are. “It was quite a heated conversation with RAC Arena. I’m super frustrated with it, we’re supposed to be the anchor tenant there and I don’t feel like we’re being treated that way.”
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Feb 04, 2025
Sea Eagles Extend Stadium Naming Rights Partnership With 4 Pines
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Sea Eagles Extend Stadium Naming Rights Partnership With 4 PinesBrookvale Oval will continue to be commercially known as 4 Pines Park for at least a further three seasons, following the renewal of the stadium naming rights partnership. The naming rights agreement between the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles and 4 Pines Brewing Co, which began in 2021, will run through until the end of the 2027 NRL season, following the sponsorship extension. The stadium will also remain proudly serving 4 Pines beer until at the least the end of 2027 under the deal, with 4 Pines solidifying as the Club’s official Beer Partner. Sea Eagles CEO, Tony Mestrov expressed his excitement about the renewal. “Since joining the Sea Eagles family in 2019, 4 Pines has played a vital role in shaping the club's game day experience, helping to create a vibrant atmosphere for fans,” said Mestrov. “Partnering with a local Northern Beaches brand in 4 Pines is incredibly meaningful to us. This is more than just a logo on our stadium - it’s a shared vision, a commitment to making a positive impact, and a collaboration that strengthens both organisations." The iconic Northern Beaches venue attracted crowds just shy of 165,000 through its gates during the 2024 NRL season, with average crowds of 16,473, making it the most filled to capacity venue in the competition as revealed in Austadiums' Year that Was feature. 4 Pines CEO Todd Atkinson also expressed enthusiasm about the renewed partnership. “We’re stoked to go again with the Sea Eagles,” said Atkinson. “This season will be bigger than ever, off the back of some strong momentum for the boys and two extra home games, we’re expecting a few sellouts. We will look to elevate the game day experience with some surprises throughout the season, plant more trees off the back of Sea Eagles tries and release the 6th edition of our annual Manly Collab Can, best enjoyed on the hill.”
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Feb 03, 2025
Upgraded Goldfields Basketball Stadium Opens
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Upgraded Goldfields Basketball Stadium OpensThe upgraded Goldfields Basketball Stadium in Kalgoorlie has officially opened, following a $14.8 million transformation. The project featured two new indoor courts to compliment the existing three courts, including a showcourt with grandstand seating for almost around 1,200 spectators. The project was supported by a $6.8 million funding commitment from the Western Australian State Government - a 2021 election commitment - which has revitalised the facility to better meet the needs of spectators and players of all ages. WA Premier Roger Cook said, "My WA Labor Government is delivering for regional communities across WA. "Basketball's popularity is exploding in our State, and we're delivering major investments so West Aussies can get out on the court and reach their full potential. "This is yet another key election commitment for the Goldfields delivered by Ali Kent and my WA Labor Government." Additional funding of almost $4.5 million was provided by the Australian Government as part of the Building Better Regions Fund, $3 million by the City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder and $500,000 by the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Basketball Association. The redevelopment of the Goldfields Basketball Stadium included: The result is a greatly enhanced playing and spectating experience at a community facility that is the home court for the Goldfields Giants in WA's top tier NBL1 competition, as well as local senior and junior leagues. The venue is also hopeful of attracting larger events such as another NBL match, as it did in 2004 when the Perth Wildcats played a home fixture at the facility. It also staged a pre-season Super Netball match in 2020. A post shared by Kalgoorlie Basketball Stadium (@kalgoorliebasketball) City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder Mayor Glenn Wilson said, "The redevelopment of the Goldfields Basketball Stadium is a leap forward for Kalgoorlie-Boulder. Sport is such an important part of life here, and having a facility like this shows just how much we value our local teams and the role they play in our community. "The Goldfields Giants now have a home court that matches their passion and talent, and it's a place where players of all ages can come together to develop their skills and love for the game. For our juniors especially, this is where dreams start. "The City is proud to have contributed $3 million to making this project happen because we know how much this state-of-the-art facility means to our community. I know visiting teams from Perth and beyond will enjoy playing here just as much as our locals do. This stadium is a win for everyone in Kalgoorlie-Boulder. "It's great to see all levels of Government come together to assist with funding this project and hats off to the Kalgoorlie-Boulder Basketball Association for their dedication to making it a reality. I know they'll continue to make this stadium a hub for regional sports excellence, filled with community spirit for many years to come."
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Feb 02, 2025
Austadiums Year That Was 2024
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Austadiums Year That Was 2024We look back at what Australian sports, stadiums and content dominated in 2024 with the annual Year That Was feature on Austadiums. Throughout 2024, Austadiums covered a total of 1,691 events at 197 stadiums across 16 sports, with total attendance of more than 22.2 million. Of the 1,372 events with an attendance figure listed, the average crowd was 16,195. Keep reading for more attendance analysis, including the most attended sports and more. As it was in 2023, Accor Stadium topped the list of most viewed stadiums on Austadiums, with Marvel Stadium overtaking the MCG into second position. 1.  Bellerive Oval rebranded Ninja Stadium2.  $6B privately funded stadium proposal for Brisbane Olympics3.  Leichhardt Oval saved. Iconic venue set for $40m upgrade4.  Marvel Stadium redevelopment officially opens5.  Victoria Park stadium ruled out despite recommendation The commercial rebrand of Hobart’s Bellerive Oval attracted the most views in the way of stadium news, while Brisbane Olympic venue related news filled two of the top five spots. Australia’s largest stadium, the MCG, again attracted the most spectators through its gates, with more than 3.7 million attending 64 events at the Melbourne stadium, also having the highest average crowd of 56,580. There was movement below though, with Adelaide Oval up two spots into 2nd, ahead of Marvel Stadium, Optus Stadium and Suncorp Stadium. Optus attracted the second-highest average crowds, followed by Adelaide Oval and the SCG. Which stadium was filled the most? Hobart's MyState Bank Arena tops the list again with the JackJumpers attracting sell-out crowds, followed by the home of Super Netball's Sunshine Coast Lightning. 4 Pines Park (Brookvale) jumps ahead of Penrith Stadium as the highest outdoor stadium, and the Adelaide Entertainment Centre is 4th on the list with strong NBL and Netball crowds. (*includes stadiums with 5+ events) The AFL again dominated sports attendance in Australia, with more than 8 million attending matches at an average of more than 38,000 per game, filling 69% of stadium capacity. The gap did close ever so slightly however, with the NRL’s crowds up on 2023. The BBL’s average crowds over the 2024 calendar year put it in second position, while the NBL’s percent of venue capacity was number one, albeit playing in smaller indoor arenas. As per 2023, days 2-4 of the F1 Grand Prix topped the list, while the biggest stadium crowd was the AFL Grand Final, with the AFL accounting for five of the top events in the top 10. The Rugby League State of Origin match at the MCG came in at #12. Melbourne was again attracted more spectators to sports events than any other city, well in front with both aggregate and average attendances, while the big mover was Adelaide, from 5th position up to 3rd. In terms of which cities/regions filled their stadiums the most, Sunshine Coast tops the list thanks mainly to strong Super Netball crowds, followed by Cairns and Wollongong. Of the major cities, Adelaide sits 6th on the list (63%). All of the above crowd attendance stats are calculated from all sports events listed on Austadiums where crowd data is available. Find out more about which events are covered here.
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Jan 31, 2025