UTAS Stadium Redevelopment

The Australian and Tasmanian governments have each committed $65 million to the redevelopment and upgrade of University of Tasmania (UTAS) Stadium in Launceston - an iconic precinct that has been hosting great sporting events since 1921.

Artist impression of the UTAS Stadium redevelopment

This redevelopment aims to attract national sporting and entertainment events to Launceston, supporting the City of Launceston’s vision to make the city a premier business, retail and lifestyle hub.

In addition to the new eastern stand and plaza entry, the upgrade of the stadium will include a new centre-west stand, an upgrade to match day facilities, sports lighting upgrades and replacing the LED ribbon board.

The redevelopment will also include new corporate and hospitality facilities, food and beverage outlets and patron amenities on the eastern and western side of the stadium, along with improved facilities for users.

The scope of works for this exciting project has now been finalised. The scope has been developed with key stakeholders, including the City of Launceston. This has helped to identify and prioritise works that will enhance the venue and help secure its future.

The $130 million redevelopment of UTAS Stadium will:

  • Better align it with Australian Tier 2 AFL venue guidelines.
  • Deliver new and improved spectator amenities and upgraded player, sporting team and match-day facilities.
  • Enhance the spectator experience by offering a better fan experience and atmosphere.
  • Increase economic outcomes by increasing the capacity to host content and help to increase visitation to Tasmania.
  • Deliver a more accessible and economically sustainable venue.

A new centre-west stand will provide:

  • New seating options and more accessible seating and spectator amenities.
  • New and more contemporary player/home team change room facilities and amenities.
  • A new integrated interchange bench and new coaches’ boxes for use on match days.
  • New corporate and hospitality facilities, including premier seating within the new seating tier.
  • New media and broadcasting facilities.

A new eastern stand will provide:

  • New and more accessible spectator facilities and seating.
  • Improved spectator amenity and atmosphere, including bringing fans closer to the playing field.
  • The capacity for new toilets, food and beverage and associated amenities.
  • A south-east entry plaza will help to spread entry/exits around the venue.
  • A stronger connection and links with the wider Inveresk precinct, QVMAG and the University of Tasmania.

The project scope will also provide:

  • Matchday facility upgrades within the existing Carlton United Brewery stand.
  • New infill seating to the western stand, which will provide new accessible seating options.
  • Upgraded sports lighting and the replacement of the current LED ribbon board.
  • Accessibility and compliance upgrades, including compliance with the Disability Discrimination Act 1992.
  • A series of small moves, upgrading the venue to meet contemporary sporting requirements.
  • Enhancements that will increase revenue opportunities and enhance the atmosphere and experience.
  • The project’s completion will deliver a sustainable elite sporting and entertainment venue able to attract national events, while continuing to support the local community, local economy and the Tasmanian AFL team.

Artist impression of the UTAS Stadium redevelopment

Now that the scope of works has been confirmed, completion of the concept designs is the key priority for early 2024. This will enable development application and planning approvals to be prepared for lodgement in mid-2024.

The construction program is currently expected to start later in the year and is expected to consist of several works packages, aiming to maximise the opportunities available to local industry.

The works program is expected to be completed by early 2027.

View information for the redevelopment of UTAS Stadium Redevelopment (York Park / University of Tasmania Stadium).
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