The concept for Hobart's proposed multi-purpose stadium has been released, sparking many questions about the roof, the height — and, of course, the big price tag. Here's what we know.
Leading figures behind the design and development of the proposed Macquarie Point AFL stadium have come out to answer questions about the recently released concept plans.
Most people have questions, and they range from roof shadows to car parking; and as of yesterday, to the heavy use of timber. On top of that is the fixed dome roof, which gradually reaches the apex of 51m above the playing surface. Macquarie Point officials have been steadfast that the nine-hectare site is "stadium suitable". Ms Beach previously referred to the site as a "pin cushion" when describing the amount of geotech testing done. The design team has also doubled down.New concept images of the planned Hobart stadium have been released — with the Tasmanian government saying when completed, it will be the "largest timber-roofed stadium in the world".
"We're wanting to invest in Tasmania, so all the components are built here rather than the timber being brought over to the mainland and brought back."The material is called ETFE , which has been in use for more than 40 years and allows the full UV spectrum to penetrate, which is crucial for grass growth.
A domed translucent roof next to a river. Whoever gets the roof cleaning contract will rake it in, won't they? "We've done extensive modelling in terms of the shadowing, both indoors and outdoors," Mr Richardson said."It's also backed up by the sports lighting that is incorporated into the dome, rather than light towers."
Cricket Tasmania CEO Dominic Baker told the ABC last week that the International Cricket Council was becoming increasingly interested in the Hobart project, while the Board of Cricket Control in India is also said to be exploring the concept of roofed arenas.We might need to expand from 23,000 seats. Can it be done?
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