Local Government Planners
Stadia Presentation September 2006
“Stadia are the most viewed buildings in history
and have the power to change people‟s lives‟ they represent a nation‟s pride and aspirations.”
Rod Sheard, The Stadium: Architecture for the New Global Culture 2005
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What were we asked to do “Terms of reference”
1 The features of a major stadia to accommodate the sports 2 The features required to accommodate the spectators 3 Consider the future requirements of Subiaco and the WACA if they are to continue 4 Review the site options and planning requirements 5 Consider the optimum facility management structure
Provide an interim report to Cabinet
What we found
Planning to do nothing is not an option The current major stadia are neither adequate nor sustainable The present state of major stadia is as a result of adhoc planning There is a pressing need for government to commit to a long-
term planning strategy
Governance and management of existing stadia does not provide equity to users
Now is the “once in a generation” chance to get it right
Major findings
The two stadia policy & smaller boutique cricket venue The governance of national / international level stadia be controlled and directed by government That no public funds be allocated to the development of stadia until it is under the direct control of government A stadium location approximate to the CBD serviced by high quality public transport is the preferred option
That further detailed examination of sites at Subiaco and East
Perth be conducted – including detailed planning, site analysis and concept design
Melbourne Cricket Club
“We were able to build back with a bit of
depth and that has given us the space we need to in-build services, catering, emergency services, which have been vitally important in the life and working of the
structure of the building.”
Stephen Gough, CEO, Melbourne Cricket Club
MCG REBUILD – NORTH STAND
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MCG FOYER
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“The notion „build it and they will come‟ is not true in Australasia and the last thing a city or its professional sporting codes want is a white elephant.”
Alistair Richardson, Principle, HOK Sport Venue and Event Architecture
Suncorp Stadium
Suncorp Stadium
Telstra Dome
Suncorp Stadium
Telstra Dome
New Major Stadium
• A once in 50 year chance to get it right
• Iconic facility to promote Perth • All new stadia developments are ground up
• Underground services essential
• New on top of old creates new problems • State manages – best for all
• Integrated public transport
• Central location – in reach of CBD
Capacity
• Must balance memberships and walk up ticket sales
• Modern stadia are configured to promote ticket sales.
• The advent of extended TV coverage including pay
TV has impacted capacity planning around the world.
Where To Now?
• Terms of Reference remain the same
• Three site options for multi-purpose stadium being reviewed in more detail on planning, transport, design and financial components • Need of rectangular sports being assessed at MES. • WACA being further assessed. • Public consultation in next phase • Final report due by March 2007