Silverdome set for $12m redevelopment
The $12 million redevelopment of the Launceston Silverdome has taken a step forward, with the request for tender recently released for the 4,000-capacity indoor arena.
It follows an additional investment of $4 million in state funding for the redevelopment of one of Tasmania’s longest-standing live entertainment venues, enabling additional upgrades to be delivered at the iconic venue.
The Tasmanian Government has advertised for a Lead Architect, Design Team tender and a Project Manager for the redevelopment.
Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the project was moving ahead following the Government’s increased investment of $12 million.
“It is great to see things progressing on this important redevelopment that will take the Silverdome to the next level,” Minister Duigan said.
The upgrades will enable the Silverdome to deliver an even greater fan experience and host more cultural, community, and live entertainment events.
“These upgrades mean more seating, better accessibility, new replay screens, a new floor system, better food and beverage options, and better elite and community changerooms,” Minister Duigan said.
“An even better Silverdome secures JackJumpers games in the North into the future and will drive growth in Northern Tasmania, through more jobs in construction, more cultural and corporate events.
“As part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, the Tasmanian Government is committing record investment in infrastructure across the State, including significant funding for the building and improvement of new and existing sporting facilities, for both community and elite sporting groups.”
The transfer of venue management to Stadiums Tasmania, which will oversee both the Silverdome and UTAS Stadium, has been welcomed by Launceston Mayor Matthew Garwood.
“We, as a council, can get back to further focusing on initiatives like the NTCA ground and looking at how we can further invest into the future of sport, but also the connection that comes from a community point of view,” he said.
Stadiums Tasmania CEO James Avery said, “This development will make a significant difference to the northern Tasmanian sports and events community.”
“It will result in securing the future of existing sporting and entertainment events that have become a mainstay on the Launceston calendar and gives Stadiums Tasmania the ability to seek new and exciting opportunities.”
Critical works at the Silverdome will soon commence and are expected to be completed by when the JackJumpers play their first game of the 2025/26 NBL season.
Tenders are accessible via the tenders.tas.gov.au website and proponents are encouraged to review the documentation and submit a formal response in order to be involved in next steps in the process.
