Campbelltown Stadium/Leichhardt Oval Thread

[Staks]

The extra 5,000 seats at Campbelltown doesn't mean the capacity will increase by that amount.

You can see some of the stadium renovations at - http://bigpondvideo.com/NRL_Tigers/221278" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[Gotoddy]

I walked past LO about 2 weeks ago and they were setting up containers and other things behind the grandstand. I then saw the proposed picture of the works and there seemed to be just an extension of the main grandstand around to the Keith Barnes stand. Sorry, don't have any other details but assume most of it would includ corporate and media but it should also increase the seating.

 

[Buckets_of_blood]

The extra 5,000 seats at Campbelltown doesn't mean the capacity will increase by that amount.

You can see some of the stadium renovations at - http://bigpondvideo.com/NRL_Tigers/221278" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Thanks for that, the seating entirely around the perimeter will give the ground that final 'professional' touch it has lacked in the past imo. Will look great once finished I think.

 

[Joel Helmes]

seemed to be just an extension of the main grandstand around to the Keith Barnes stand

You mean the Latchem Robinson and Keith Barnes stands will be joined?

 

[Staks]

Renovations at Leichhardt Oval -
http://www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au/Leichhardt-Oval-Improvements.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

At the Ordinary meeting on 25th August 2009, Council resolved to accept a tender for the stage 3 Grandstand Improvements Latchem Robinson Grandstand, Leichhardt Oval.

The tendered work relates to alterations and additions to the existing Latchem Robinson Grandstand at Leichhardt Oval including:

* a new function room and balconies;
* reconfiguration of some stadium seating;
* a new bar and kitchen area;
* toilets and a storage room;
* installation of a lift and additional stairs;
* new ballustrading to existing egress stairs;
* new emergency egress stairs; and
* new emergency egress gateways to the field and minor landscaping works.

The scope of works tendered includes reroofing of the existing grandstand.

Pic 1 - http://www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au/IgnitionSuite/uploads/docs/Leichhardt%20Oval%20-%20Stage%203%20-%20Sketch%20View%20090731.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Pic 2 - http://www.leichhardt.nsw.gov.au/IgnitionSuite/uploads/docs/Leichhardt%20Oval%20-%20Stage%203%20-%20Aerial%20View%20090731.pdf" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[Kul]

looks like they are keeping a 70's feel with that extension… nice!

next step is to increase the strength of the load-bearing supports and we'll be set for a grandstand expansion (if only)

 

[Joel Helmes]

The designs don't really showing what is going on at Leichhardt, come someone give me a better idea?

 

[Joel Helmes]

a new function room and balconies;
reconfiguration of some stadium seating;
a new bar and kitchen area;
toilets and a storage room;
installation of a lift and additional stairs;
new ballustrading to existing egress stairs;
new emergency egress stairs; and
new emergency egress gateways to the field and minor landscaping works.

 

[Tigertime]

a new function room and balconies;
reconfiguration of some stadium seating;
a new bar and kitchen area;
toilets and a storage room;
installation of a lift and additional stairs;
new ballustrading to existing egress stairs;
new emergency egress stairs; and
new emergency egress gateways to the field and minor landscaping works.

Sounds like they are turning it into a nursing home.

Does it say when the beds are turning up?

They have got to be kidding. Nathan Rees is prepared to give the Afl 45million for that Western Sydney Afl stadium and is neglecting the sporting stronghold in this state Rugby league and its supporters

 

[Joel Helmes]

Sounds like they are turning it into a nursing home.

Well Fitzhenry is coming back!

 

[Colonel]

Sounds like they are turning it into a nursing home.

Does it say when the beds are turning up?

They have got to be kidding. **Nathan Rees is prepared to give the Afl 45million for that Western Sydney Afl stadium and is neglecting the sporting stronghold in this state Rugby league and its supporters**

No he isn't, that's just what the AFL requested. They were never going to receive that funding: http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/afl/the-deal-is-off/story-e6frexx0-1225803466695" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

 

[alien]

WELL I HAVE LIVED IN THE AREA ALL MY LIFE AND CAMPBELLTOWN STADIUM (FIELD OF DREAMS) HAS DEFINATELY CHANGED OVER THE YEARS
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ahhh the good old days… 1988 I think. Look how small the Leagues Club was then, and with the Mighty Magpies on it! I remember!


1988 I think this is. I remember this. Kids from local schools came. I am one of the little kids in yellow in these photos.. Look the eastern hill before the stand!




them 2 wooden stands! on the northern end. Cost of a general admission ticket (which was around $10 for an adult in those days) plus an extra 2 bucks for the wooden stand.

 

[Spank]

I remember those big old wooden stands !

 

[galahs]

If I remember correctly, those "gridiron style" stands were moved to Campbelltown from Lidcombe Oval.

 

[magpie_mania]

If I remember correctly, those "gridiron style" stands were moved to Campbelltown from Lidcombe Oval.

ABSOLUTELY FROM LIDCOMBE I REMEMBER STOMPING MY FEET EVERYTIME WESTS SCORED THEY WERE GREAT FUN.

 

[magpie_mania]

You would be surprised how much it cost turning a cow paddock into a first rate athletics field.

If anyone is in the area and has the time some pics of the upgrade would be appreciated :slight_smile:

Found this pic on the porject companys website -

Shows the area behind the Western Stand, lift, corporate facilities etc


Nothing exciting but its something I guess.

More info from Council minutes 13/10/09 - http://www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au/upload/cqqew87592/CGAgenda091013.pdF" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The Federal Government has committed $8 million to upgrade the Campbelltown Sports Stadium by early 2010\. The upgrade will include additional seating and amenities to the spectator areas, lift access to all levels of the western grandstand as well as upgrades to corporate facilities, players change areas, media, catering and toilet facilities.
Construction commenced in mid 2009 with the main focus being the new seats around the playing field, construction of a 200,000 litre water harvesting tank, air conditioning to the eastern grandstand and the concrete slab construction of the new players change rooms and function room. The project is expected to be completed by March 2010.
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Council has received approval from RailCorp to commence the construction of a pedestrian overbridge over the rail corridor, to link the Campbelltown Stadium directly to the carparks on the western side of the rail line, to improve access to the stadium. Works are anticipated to commence in early 2010.

SO THIS IS SEPARATE FROM THE 8 MILLION GRANT IS IT.

 

[Spank]

If I remember correctly, those "gridiron style" stands were moved to Campbelltown from Lidcombe Oval.

Correct ! They were up the netball end of Lidcombe Oval :wink:

 

[Staks]

If I remember correctly, those "gridiron style" stands were moved to Campbelltown from Lidcombe Oval.

Correct ! They were up the netball end of Lidcombe Oval :wink:

I think those stands originally where from Orana Park, moved to Lidcombe and then back to Orana Park when the Magpies moved to Campbelltown.

 

[Staks]

You would be surprised how much it cost turning a cow paddock into a first rate athletics field.

If anyone is in the area and has the time some pics of the upgrade would be appreciated :slight_smile:

Found this pic on the porject companys website -

Shows the area behind the Western Stand, lift, corporate facilities etc


Nothing exciting but its something I guess.

More info from Council minutes 13/10/09 - http://www.campbelltown.nsw.gov.au/upload/cqqew87592/CGAgenda091013.pdF" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

The Federal Government has committed $8 million to upgrade the Campbelltown Sports Stadium by early 2010\. The upgrade will include additional seating and amenities to the spectator areas, lift access to all levels of the western grandstand as well as upgrades to corporate facilities, players change areas, media, catering and toilet facilities.
Construction commenced in mid 2009 with the main focus being the new seats around the playing field, construction of a 200,000 litre water harvesting tank, air conditioning to the eastern grandstand and the concrete slab construction of the new players change rooms and function room. The project is expected to be completed by March 2010.
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Council has received approval from RailCorp to commence the construction of a pedestrian overbridge over the rail corridor, to link the Campbelltown Stadium directly to the carparks on the western side of the rail line, to improve access to the stadium. Works are anticipated to commence in early 2010.

SO THIS IS SEPARATE FROM THE 8 MILLION GRANT IS IT.

The construction of a pedestrian over-bridge is separate from the 8 mill funding. This was funding was approved years ago and was held up by State Rail.

 

[alien]

They should make that large carpark over the other side of the railway line a multi level carpark. Then everyone would be able to get a parking spot easily.