PERTH - Perth Stadium (60,000)

[Walbanger]

This is not what will be built but at least its small progress.

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-...or-east-perth/

Perth's new multi-purpose stadium could be built on a pocket of land between the Graham Farmer Freeway and Royal Street in East Perth under a bold plan by the City of Perth.

In what is expected to revive debate over where a new 60,000 seat stadium should be built, the council has unveiled the idea as the first concept in its much-touted "what if" project to generate new ideas and debate for key city sites.

City architect Craig Smith said yesterday that the idea, while not intended to be in competition with State Government plans, was designed to get people thinking about alternatives if the Subiaco-based options did not work out.

An East Perth stadium would require demolition of the council's Royal Street carpark, which would be relocated under the stadium and relocating the City Farm community garden and planned St Bartholomew's House. An East Perth stadium considered and rejected by the stadium task force was in another location.

However, Mr Smith said the site, which is under East Perth Redevelopment Authority control, "ticks all the boxes for a major stadium".

It was walking distance to Northbridge and two train stations, was near the freeway, serviced by buses and not too close to homes. It could be built by either sinking the railway line or leaving it in place.

Mr Smith said adhering to the dimensions used by the stadium taskforce, the East Perth site - immediately south of the Graham Farmer Freeway's eastern entry - was selected because of good public transport and a premise that "the place for big sport is in the city".

"The MCG is probably one of the biggest contributors to Melbourne having such a great urban feel," Mr Smith said. "A project like this could help define the city."

In January, the council said it would pay 10 design consultancies $10,000 each to come up with new ideas and solutions for key areas of the city. The council worked on the stadium idea separately.

Lord Mayor Lisa Scaffidi said it was important to appreciate and at least "explore and imagine" changes in the city and the East Perth site was worthy of consideration.

In December, Premier Colin Barnett indicated his preference for a staged rebuilding of Subiaco Oval, though the Government has put the stadium project on hold until next year.

[Citystyle]

This Stadium is not dead. But it's no sure thing either, politics can still derail it.

The plan is for a stadium of 55,00 to 70,000 seats to be built on the Burswood penisular East of the CBD across the Swan River, it will sit south of the Armadale Train line and Grand Farmer Freeway.

The global architecture firm Populous has been appointed by the West Australian Government as architectural consultants to support the development of the Project Definition Plan.


This is a link to the website.
http://www.perthstadium.com.au/

[Citystyle]

Call for roof on new stadium
Beatrice Thomas, The West Australian Updated March 29, 2012, 2:50 am
2 Comments

The State Government is being urged to put a roof over Perth's new sports stadium.

It is believed Populous, the international company behind dozens of the world's top new stadiums and hired to develop the design brief for the Burswood ground, has argued strongly that a roof would provide a better atmosphere for fans and enable more events to be staged there.

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-...n-new-stadium/

[Alphaville]

Seems like this one is going ahead. Well done, Perth.

[Walbanger]

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-...ize-announced/

Burswood stadium capacity, size announced

WA’s AFL teams have denied they will lose their home ground advantage despite the State’s future stadium having a pitch 10m shorter than the Patersons Stadium configuration which suits their style of play.

Premier Colin Barnett today unveiled the dimensions and orientation of the new major sports facility, declaring the debate over whether Burswood was the best site had now come to an end.

The new stadium’s pitch for AFL games will be 165m long and 130m wide, in contrast to Patersons Stadium which is 175m by 122m...

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-...-than-subiaco/

New stadium to have shorter field than Subiaco

The State Government has revealed Perth's new stadium will have a shorter playing field than Subiaco Oval.

The facility at Burswood will be 165 metres long and 130 metres wide, with an east- west orientation.

That is longer than the MCG and Docklands but 10 metres shorter than Subiaco.

The Sports Minister Terry Waldron says while Subiaco is 175 metres long, he is confident the new stadium will strike the right balance between the needs of players and fans...

It will be built to house 60,000 seats but may eventually be expanded to an 80,000 seat capacity.

News Report
http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/vid...um/12735368/3/

[michał_]

Originally Posted by Alphaville

Seems like this one is going ahead. Well done, Perth.

didn't they announce that there is no final design of the one that is going ahead?

[Walbanger]

Yeah, that pic was just an impression Populous knocked up a couple years ago to give a visual of the potential Stadium at 3 different sites.

Populous will have finished the brief by June then the Stadium Design will either be a competition or numerous Architectural firms will be invited to submit a proposal.

Construction will start in 2014 but site preparation may begin in 2013.

[Walbanger]

For a Stadium that hasn't gone to Design competition yet, the initial Master plan looks pretty dull.






I'm not sold yet on these ground level suites like Cowboys Stadium for Aussie Rules Football. The ground is just too big for premium seating to be that low.

http://www.perthstadium.com.au/index.php?id=182
http://www.watoday.com.au/wa-news/ne...824-24qs2.html

[Paul Da Penguin]

I think as long as you still keep the proper suites in at a higher level it won't cause any disadvantages, cause don't forget that (especially in Melbourne) they let people stand against the walls of the tunnels as the players run out, this way lots of fans can't get in close without using a lot of security, plus the personalised run out zones give it a nice, homely touch

[hack404]

Originally Posted by Walbanger

For a Stadium that hasn't gone to Design competition yet, the initial Master plan looks pretty dull.

It's to get the disappointment out of the way now rather than later.

[Walbanger]

Another step in this labourous project.

Premier and State Development Minister Colin Barnett and Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron today released the new Perth Stadium Project Definition Plan (PDP), marking the completion of a comprehensive 12-month planning process and the start of the procurement phase.

http://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au...?ItemId=151042

http://www.perthstadium.com.au/asset...an_%20vFNL.pdf

[Jericho-79]

I know this is looking too far ahead, but...

Will this new stadium get naming rights?

All the other big stadiums in Australia have been given naming rights (save for a a few). I mean- both Subi and Perth Oval have corporate sponsors.

[alb92]

Originally Posted by Jericho-79

I know this is looking too far ahead, but...

Will this new stadium get naming rights?

All the other big stadiums in Australia have been given naming rights (save for a a few). I mean- both Subi and Perth Oval have corporate sponsors.

It's too early. Although, I wouldn't bet against it, since at the moment it has such as generic name "Perth Stadium"

[Jericho-79]

Originally Posted by alb92

It's too early. Although, I wouldn't bet against it, since at the moment it has such as generic name "Perth Stadium"

I agree with you. However, the new Perth Arena is about to open, and it has yet to acquire a corporate name.

[alb92]

Originally Posted by Jericho-79

I agree with you. However, the new Perth Arena is about to open, and it has yet to acquire a corporate name.

Perth Stadium will be more high profile than Perth Arena. Subiaco got a corporate sponsor, I would be surprised if Perth Stadium didn't get a sponsor, unless they decide not to have naming rights (although, I don't think that will happen).

Nevertheless, I also expected Perth Arena to get a sponsor name.

[Luigi742]

Originally Posted by alb92

Perth Stadium will be more high profile than Perth Arena. Subiaco got a corporate sponsor, I would be surprised if Perth Stadium didn't get a sponsor, unless they decide not to have naming rights (although, I don't think that will happen).

Nevertheless, I also expected Perth Arena to get a sponsor name.

The state government has made it clear that perth arena will not be getting a sponsor name anytime soon as PERTH is the sponsor.

[alb92]

Originally Posted by Luigi742

The state government has made it clear that perth arena will not be getting a sponsor name anytime soon as PERTH is the sponsor.

OK, wasn't aware of that.

Doubt Perth would need to sponsor both the arena and stadium, so still expect a sponsor, a la "Patersons Stadium"

[Jericho-79]

Originally Posted by alb92

Doubt Perth would need to sponsor both the arena and stadium, so still expect a sponsor, a la "Patersons Stadium"

Sounds possible.

For the new Perth Stadium, I think it should be named iiNet Stadium.

[pikopancho]

Originally Posted by Luigi742

The state government has made it clear that perth arena will not be getting a sponsor name anytime soon as PERTH is the sponsor.

Where did you hear this from? Last I heard the arena operator on behalf of the government was looking for a naming rights sponsor.

Terry Waldron
Minister for Sport and Recreation; Racing and Gaming

Thu 01 September, 2011
Arena operator is a global leader of its field
Portfolio: Sport and Recreation

AEG Ogden has been confirmed as the operator of the new Perth Arena following the signing of the management agreement in Perth.

Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron said AEG Ogden were global leaders in sport and entertainment and the agreement would ensure high quality operational and facilities management of Perth Arena.

“It is an important milestone to sign this contract so AEG Ogden can get on with planning entertainment, staffing and management of Perth Arena,” Mr Waldron said.

“The company is a world-class venue operator with the skills and networks to attract top national and international events to Perth’s new world-class venue.”

The Perth Arena will become part of a global family of facilities, which includes venues such as the Staples Centre at LA Live and London’s 02 Arena.

The company already has a strong presence in Western Australia through the management of the Perth Theatre Trust Venues, which includes His Majesty’s Theatre, Perth Concert Hall and the new State Theatre Centre.

AEG Ogden executive chairman Harvey Lister said he was excited that they had been appointed to run Australia’s newest arena.

“We look forward to hitting the ground running by securing a naming rights sponsor and selling the corporate suites while negotiating with promoters from around the world to make sure the Perth Arena opens with a bang,” Mr Lister said.

When completed, Perth Arena will have a capacity of 15,500 people and able to be configured for a range of modes, creating flexibility for a variety of events and functions.

http://www.mediastatements.wa.gov.au...&admin=Barnett

[Homeroids]

Ground works are starting in June. Also, due to no change in the state government in the election just gone, it's safe to say this is now a sure thing.

Construction on Perth's major stadium will begin in June after the State Government yesterday announced a preferred tender for the 18-month preparatory site works.

Ertech Keller Joint Venture won the $30 million contract to mitigate environmental risks and set up the foundation of the stadium.

Major construction on the Burswood peninsula is expected to begin late next year.