manuka oval master plan

ABOUT THE PROJECT

Throughout Australia major stadiums are being redeveloped or upgraded.  Facilities and standards at Manuka Oval are beginning to fall behind international requirements to host major events.

As interest in sport grows more games are being played in many codes including AFL.

In accordance with the Territory’s objectives to improve sport and recreation opportunities, the ACT Government have launched a project to develop a master plan for the venue.

The master plan will provide a framework to guide the development of Manuka Oval over the next 25 years.  It will be separate from the master plan for Canberra Stadium which is being prepared at the same time.

It is intended that the master plan be sophisticated and innovative, supporting the development of a contemporary sporting stadia that provides an exciting venue for sporting activities and spectators.

The master plan will incorporate international directions in the planning of new stadiums and environmentally sustainable design.  It will also include appropriate commercial activities.

The master plan will combine the needs of existing and future users with the needs and concerns of other key stakeholders.

The master planning process will develop options that consider:

  • current and potential future users of the venue
  • site assessment and analysis
  • experience from other similar venues
  • national and international standards
  • capital costs for different options

The project will be managed by Territory Venues and Events (TVE) of the Department of Territory and Municipal Services, and they have appointed a team of consultants led by KPMG to undertake the project.  Other members of the consultant team are:

The ACT Government is committed to consulting with the Canberra community during the development of the master plan.  Purdon Associates will be responsible for community consultations.

Input from the community will be taken into account in the development of the master plan.  

 

 

 

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