The Game Future NRL Stadiums part II

[unforgiven]

With the new stadium being know as Western Sydney Stadium (until a sponsor comes on board) and the Western Sydney Wanderers playing out of it. Would it be a wise long-term move for the tigers to move there and change there name to Western Sydney Tigers? Wests is a bit too ambiguous and Western Suburbs is not a team name appropriate for a national comp.

They could base themselves at Campbeltown and play at WSS. This could possibly help with their identity issues.

I doubt they will be based at Campbelltown as they are owned by Wests Ashfield, it is also highly unlikely that they will change their name from Wests.

 

[magpie_man]

With the new stadium being know as Western Sydney Stadium (until a sponsor comes on board) and the Western Sydney Wanderers playing out of it. Would it be a wise long-term move for the tigers to move there and change there name to Western Sydney Tigers? Wests is a bit too ambiguous and Western Suburbs is not a team name appropriate for a national comp.

They could base themselves at Campbeltown and play at WSS. This could possibly help with their identity issues.

Don't get me started on "Wests", I've hated it since 2000.
I understand that it was non-negotiable from Wests Ashfield at the time but come on.

 

[Saint Doc]

I agree. Wests is a nickname. Western Sydney Tigers (Wests for short) would have been a much better name.

Interestingly the Wests-Bulldogs merger that was in advanced talks was supposed to be called the Western Bulldogs.

 

[greenBV4]

I agree. Wests is a nickname. Western Sydney Tigers (Wests for short) would have been a much better name.

Interestingly the Wests-Bulldogs merger that was in advanced talks was supposed to be called the Western Bulldogs.

Exact same name as an AFL club? surely this couldn't have gone ahead without legal action

I agree though 'Wests' isn't a great name and is ambiguous, I also don't like just "Western' (or eastern, northern, etc) without adding 'Sydney' or whatever other city as well, anyone not knowledgeable with the NRL (or any other code) would be asking "western where??".

The only team that could have just west or western in it would be a WA team

edit: just realised this is the stadiums thread, sorry for going off topic..

 

[greenBV4]

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[AlwaysGreen]

Not trying to be pedantic but The tigers ground is at Leumeah, not Campbelltown. In the perfect location too as its literally next to the train station.

 

[Captain Apollo]

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[9701]

Can you post the article. Is this a training facility or are they moving there? It looks suburban

Brisbane Lions HQ, academy and stadium at Springfield confirmed
MAY 02, 2018The Lions’ nine-year search for a new home is over with the Federal Government last night committing the final $15m of the $70m proposal.

Last month State sports minister Mick de Brenni promised the Lions $15m in Government funding would be put aside in the upcoming budget on the proviso the Turnbull Federal Government would match their contribution dollar for dollar.

Last night Lions CEO Greg Swann received the letter he had been waiting for from the Federal Government pledging their support for the project.

Brisbane now have commitments of $30m from the two Governments, $18m from the Springfield Land Corporation and $12m from Ipswich City Council.

The Lions and the AFL have combined to chip in $10m.

An artist’s impression of the new Brisbane Lions stadium, headquarters and training base at Springfield.
The Springfield facility would include a state-of-the-art training base for the Lions’ AFL, AFLW and academy along with a 12,000-seat home ground with broadcast quality lights for the AFLW side.

The stadium would also finally provide the Lions with a permanent home for pre-season matches and it is envisaged the venue would also host NEAFL, QAFL and representative football matches.

“We have really appreciated the foresight of both the State and Federal Governments for matching funds towards what is an exciting development for our footy club,’’ Swann said.

“Not only will it provide an elite training facility for both our men’s and women’s team, it will also enable the construction of a boutique stadium which will be the home of our successful AFLW side.’’

Chloe Ackland has been selected for the Lions AFL Women’s Academy in Springfield. Picture: AAP/Richard Walker
The Lions’ search for a new home has seen various proposals including renovating the Gabba, moving to Burpengary, Queen Elizabeth 11 stadium, the Brisbane airport and multiple attempts to secure a deal to go to Springfield, and has at times bitterly divided the club.

Discussions to move the Lions to Springfield first began in 2010 under former chairman Angus Johnson after.

The Labor Government promised $15m towards the proposal in 2013 but lost the election and new Abbot Government sports minister Peter Dutton declared his party would not honour Labor’s promise.

It sparked a bitter civil war within the Lions which eventually led to AFL intervention that saw Johnson outed and replaced by Springfield land Corporation deputy chairman Bob Sharpless.

Brisbane Lions CEO Greg Swann appreciates both the State and Federal funding commitments to the Lions’ future. Picture: Annette Dew
Sharpless served in the role until the end of last season when he stood down to avoid any potential conflict of interest when the Lions switched their focus back to Springfield after failing to secure suitable deals at other proposed venues.

Swann said years of planning had already gone into the project, titled The Reserve and the club only needed the cheques to arrive to start construction.

“We’d hope to be starting construction by the last quarter of this year, we’ve already done a lot of planning work with architects,’’ Swann said.

Sports Minister Mick de Brenni confirmed to The Courier-Mail in March that the State Government was now “supportive” of the project after months of lobbying by the AFL and the Lions.

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The Lions’ nine-year search for a new home is over with the Federal Government last night committing the final $15m of the $70m proposal.

Last month State sports minister Mick de Brenni promised the Lions $15m in Government funding would be put aside in the upcoming budget on the proviso the Turnbull Federal Government would match their contribution dollar for dollar.

Last night Lions CEO Greg Swann received the letter he had been waiting for from the Federal Government pledging their support for the project.

Brisbane now have commitments of $30m from the two Governments, $18m from the Springfield Land Corporation and $12m from Ipswich City Council.

The Lions and the AFL have combined to chip in $10m.

An artist’s impression of the new Brisbane Lions stadium, headquarters and training base at Springfield.
The Springfield facility would include a state-of-the-art training base for the Lions’ AFL, AFLW and academy along with a 12,000-seat home ground with broadcast quality lights for the AFLW side.

The stadium would also finally provide the Lions with a permanent home for pre-season matches and it is envisaged the venue would also host NEAFL, QAFL and representative football matches.

“We have really appreciated the foresight of both the State and Federal Governments for matching funds towards what is an exciting development for our footy club,’’ Swann said.

“Not only will it provide an elite training facility for both our men’s and women’s team, it will also enable the construction of a boutique stadium which will be the home of our successful AFLW side.’’

Chloe Ackland has been selected for the Lions AFL Women’s Academy in Springfield. Picture: AAP/Richard Walker
The Lions’ search for a new home has seen various proposals including renovating the Gabba, moving to Burpengary, Queen Elizabeth 11 stadium, the Brisbane airport and multiple attempts to secure a deal to go to Springfield, and has at times bitterly divided the club.

Discussions to move the Lions to Springfield first began in 2010 under former chairman Angus Johnson after.

The Labor Government promised $15m towards the proposal in 2013 but lost the election and new Abbot Government sports minister Peter Dutton declared his party would not honour Labor’s promise.

It sparked a bitter civil war within the Lions which eventually led to AFL intervention that saw Johnson outed and replaced by Springfield land Corporation deputy chairman Bob Sharpless.

Brisbane Lions CEO Greg Swann appreciates both the State and Federal funding commitments to the Lions’ future. Picture: Annette Dew
Sharpless served in the role until the end of last season when he stood down to avoid any potential conflict of interest when the Lions switched their focus back to Springfield after failing to secure suitable deals at other proposed venues.

Swann said years of planning had already gone into the project, titled The Reserve and the club only needed the cheques to arrive to start construction.

“We’d hope to be starting construction by the last quarter of this year, we’ve already done a lot of planning work with architects,’’ Swann said.

Sports Minister Mick de Brenni confirmed to The Courier-Mail in March that the State Government was now “supportive” of the project after months of lobbying by the AFL and the Lions.

 

[Perth Red]

Anyone who doubts the value of investing in the women's game read above! Most of these new govt spends are directly related to a sales pitch about the need for improved womens facilities and grounds for the womens components of the sport.

 

[Russell Crowe's Band]

Anyone who doubts the value of investing in the women's game read above! Most of these new govt spends are directly related to a sales pitch about the need for improved womens facilities and grounds for the womens components of the sport.

something about geographical spread .....

 

[big hit!]

Not trying to be pedantic but The tigers ground is at Leumeah, not Campbelltown. In the perfect location too as its literally next to the train station.

Leichhardt Oval is in Lilyfield
Kogarah Jubilee Oval is in Carlton

The venue names above are in reference to the old local government areas they're located in rather than the suburb. Campbelltown is the same.

Belmore, Brookvale, and the magpies old stomping ground of Lidcombe were named after the suburb.

Penrith Park could be either.

 

[titoelcolombiano]

Anyone who doubts the value of investing in the women's game read above! Most of these new govt spends are directly related to a sales pitch about the need for improved womens facilities and grounds for the womens components of the sport.

This might be a way to get some Sydney suburban grounds done up. Just the essential ones that don't make sense to play at the big 3 grounds. I'm talking Penrith, Manly and maybe campbeltown / leichardt (althought I'd prefer the tigers to play at the Western Sydney Stadium when ready)

 

[AlwaysGreen]

Leichhardt Oval is in Lilyfield
Kogarah Jubilee Oval is in Carlton

The venue names above are in reference to the old local government areas they're located in rather than the suburb. Campbelltown is the same.

Belmore, Brookvale, and the magpies old stomping ground of Lidcombe were named after the suburb.

Penrith Park could be either.

Thanks for that riveting reply.

 

[Captain Apollo]

This might be a way to get some Sydney suburban grounds done up. Just the essential ones that don't make sense to play at the big 3 grounds. I'm talking Penrith, Manly and maybe campbeltown / leichardt (althought I'd prefer the tigers to play at the Western Sydney Stadium when ready)

The NSW Government have been crystal clear, if it is not a stadium they own they will not be spending money on it. Barring a change of Government at the 2019 NSW election, I don't see that stance changing. All the grounds you mention are owned by the local councils.

 

[TheRam]

Designed by the same people who did AAMI Park.

Potential to expand to 20k.

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This is exactly what they should build on the North Shore, except 20-25k would be perfect.

 

[El Diablo]

https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/s...y/news-story/a2b3f0cc6b3a3dc6a746cf0cab7cd39f

SYDNEY CLUBS NOT HAPPY

THERE will be an interesting meeting between Canterbury’s Andrew Hill and South Sydney’s Blake Solly with NSW opposition leader Luke Foley on Friday. The respective club bosses have bandied together to try and get some clarity from Foley regarding his stadiums policy — which has been wishy-washy at best.

Canterbury and South Sydney have watched on as rivals including Parramatta and the Sydney Roosters have been gifted shiny new stadiums but their home base ANZ Stadium will be given a makeover. To say they are concerned would be an understatement.

They will meet with the NSW government next week.

 

[Perth Red]

The NSW Government have been crystal clear, if it is not a stadium they own they will not be spending money on it. Barring a change of Government at the 2019 NSW election, I don't see that stance changing. All the grounds you mention are owned by the local councils.

Could the council grant long term lease agreement to the state Govt for a fee? Happened here, nib is owned by local council but for Govt to spend $125mill on it they had to get agreement from council for a 50year lease to govt for $25k a year.

https://www.mediastatements.wa.gov....nt-announce-rectangular-stadium-kick-off.aspx

 

[supercharger]

https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/s...y/news-story/a2b3f0cc6b3a3dc6a746cf0cab7cd39f

SYDNEY CLUBS NOT HAPPY

THERE will be an interesting meeting between Canterbury’s Andrew Hill and South Sydney’s Blake Solly with NSW opposition leader Luke Foley on Friday. The respective club bosses have bandied together to try and get some clarity from Foley regarding his stadiums policy — which has been wishy-washy at best.

Canterbury and South Sydney have watched on as rivals including Parramatta and the Sydney Roosters have been gifted shiny new stadiums but their home base ANZ Stadium will be given a makeover. To say they are concerned would be an understatement.

They will meet with the NSW government next week.

I appreciate that both clubs have agreements to play at ANZ but why couldn't Canterbury play at the new parramatta stadium and either Souths join them or move back to the football stadium? Obviously the money offered by anz is attractive but it's so big for club matches, how far is parra from Homebush? It could be appealing for fans to watch games at the new stadium and create/foster culture of attendance in what are already 2 of the higher drawing clubs.

 

[big hit!]

Thanks for that riveting reply.

I appreciate that both clubs have agreements to play at ANZ but why couldn't Canterbury play at the new parramatta stadium and either Souths join them or move back to the football stadium? Obviously the money offered by anz is attractive but it's so big for club matches, how far is parra from Homebush? It could be appealing for fans to watch games at the new stadium and create/foster culture of attendance in what are already 2 of the higher drawing clubs.

be careful, AlwaysGreen may get pedantic

 

[Foreign Legion]

https://www.canberratimes.com.au/canberra-news/canberra-now-raiders-reveal-northbourne-oval-plan-pets-on-buses-20180503-p4zd97.html

Raiders lodge 'spiritual home' development application

The master plan for the Canberra raiders new training facility, as well as apartments and commercial space, in Braddon.

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This application has been a long time coming. The Canberra Raiders have been talking about building a new training centre at Northbourne Oval for years, and now they have lodged the development application so we can have a look at what's on the cards.