Plans afoot for 30-hectare sports complex in Sydney's north-west
By Stephen Rielly
March 25, 2004
http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/03/24/1079939718059.html
The AFL and Cricket Australia have been linked to a huge infrastructure development planned for Sydney's north-west that would include a purpose-built ground for the two sports.
The project is understood to involve state and local governments who are planning for population growth in the Baulkham Hills/Kellyville region.
Neither the AFL nor CA would comment on the project but it is believed that a 30-hectare parcel of land is being considered for purchase on which a full-sized Australian football/cricket oval would be established and facilities built to create a dual regional development centre that could double as a venue for AFL pre-season matches and limited-overs state cricket.
It is understood that the acquisition of the site will be made with state and local government funds in exchange for certain committ-ments from the AFL and CA.
The Baulkham Hills/Kellyville region is seen as appealing not only because of the land it has available to build a tailored venue but ideal also for junior development given that large numbers of families and children are moving into the area because of its affordable new housing.
It is understood that the venture was discussed at length by CA at its last board meeting, although CA chief executive James Sutherland declined to elaborate.
His AFL counterpart, Andrew Demetriou, was similarly coy.
"I will neither confirm nor deny what you are putting to me," was all Demetriou would say.
By Stephen Rielly
March 25, 2004
http://www.smh.com.au/articles/2004/03/24/1079939718059.html
The AFL and Cricket Australia have been linked to a huge infrastructure development planned for Sydney's north-west that would include a purpose-built ground for the two sports.
The project is understood to involve state and local governments who are planning for population growth in the Baulkham Hills/Kellyville region.
Neither the AFL nor CA would comment on the project but it is believed that a 30-hectare parcel of land is being considered for purchase on which a full-sized Australian football/cricket oval would be established and facilities built to create a dual regional development centre that could double as a venue for AFL pre-season matches and limited-overs state cricket.
It is understood that the acquisition of the site will be made with state and local government funds in exchange for certain committ-ments from the AFL and CA.
The Baulkham Hills/Kellyville region is seen as appealing not only because of the land it has available to build a tailored venue but ideal also for junior development given that large numbers of families and children are moving into the area because of its affordable new housing.
It is understood that the venture was discussed at length by CA at its last board meeting, although CA chief executive James Sutherland declined to elaborate.
His AFL counterpart, Andrew Demetriou, was similarly coy.
"I will neither confirm nor deny what you are putting to me," was all Demetriou would say.
Yes I am still bitter and twisted about Waverley Park ;-)
