manuka oval master plan
Background
There are several reasons for preparing a master plan for Manuka Oval at this time:
- The existing facilities are ageing and need upgrading. The turf sub-surface is original and requires replacing. There is a need for new or upgraded facilities including cricket media facilities, corporate facilities, catering facilities, lighting, scoreboard, entry gates and environmental systems.
- A greater number of permanent seats are required to meet the growing requirements of sporting codes.
- The needs of AFL to attract future AFL matches to Canberra including a possible connection to Canberra for the proposed Western Sydney team should be included in future planning for the facility.
- As part of the upcoming Centenary celebrations of Canberra as Australia’s capital in 2013, the venue may host a number of key events including a possible Cricket Test match.
- Transport issues, including the lack of parking in the immediate surrounding area on match days is significant.
- Planning for the future development of the Manuka Oval should also take account of the other uses in the area enclosed by Manuka Circle.
