MCG's Great Southern Stand to be overhauled

Austadiums • Friday 4th September 2009

The MCG's Great Southern Stand will be overhauled to make it easier for fans to attend games and more enjoyable when they get inside.

Premier John Brumby detailed plans to upgrade key parts of the ground as part of a new deal for the MCG.

Mr Brumby said a scoping study would be conducted into revitalising entry points, improve ticketing and upgrade food and beverage areas.

The study also would investigate replacing and upgrading seating and refurbishing function and dining rooms.

The Government has committed $30 million to the project.

Mr Brumby said: "The MCG is the spiritual home of football and this new arrangement, brokered by our Government, will help secure the future for Victorian AFL clubs."

The Herald Sun revealed yesterday a breakthrough deal on the MCG was on the verge of being revealed.

This included at least 10 of the 12 most popular home and away games being played at the MCG and the City of Melbourne losing control of Yarra Park.

AFL chairman Mike Fitzpatrick said the new deal would strengthen Victorian clubs financially.

Lord Mayor Robert Doyle also yesterday revealed he had held talks with Melbourne Football Club about setting up training facilities and corporate headquarters at Docklands.

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The MCG's Great Southern Stand will be overhauled to make it easier for fans to attend games and more enjoyable when they get inside.
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