AmericanHistoryX
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Yeh... who needs a home ground anyway?....
Wests Tigers confirm home grounds for next three years
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magpies forever
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Have to say I remain happy with Leichhardt and Campbelltown, the Parra ground just leaves me dead. Dammit, I'd rather have these games at Central Coast and test the water there after the weekends game vs South's. I live in the country now and can't won't go to any of above. Occasionally a Canberra home game as I'm near enough to there. Our wandering continues.
Harvey
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I would have taken Homebush or Allianz over parramatta. At least you can argue there is some connection location wise
magpies forever
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Cant disagree with those options. I just loathe giving Parra and their clubhouse next door a leg up
Halbrowne61
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I think our home ground “situation” is small potatoes compared to our coaching team and roster issues.
Tom Shines
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Agreed..
A lot of problems could be alleviated if they could have more on field success …and that starts with your roster …
innsaneink
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Harvey
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They are all obvious signs of a poorly run club with no accountability for anyone
BlackWhiteGold
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https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/n...NbgYgsGuiUwk-uFG7I_aem_EN6caYRqfvnVk6h5rJ1qgw
Campbelltown Council pushes for NSW, federal government to cough up cash for Campbelltown Stadium upgrade after Leichhardt Oval’s $30m funding pledge. A multimillion funding pledge to revamp Sydney’s ageing Leichhardt Oval has spurred another Sydney council to lobby for its share of the government funding pie.
A multimillion funding pledge to revamp Sydney’s ageing Leichhardt Oval has spurred another Sydney council to lobby for its share of the government funding pie.
Campbelltown Council is calling on the NSW and Federal and Governments to help bankroll upgrades to Campbelltown Sports Stadium in a move to address the ageing state of the facility and increased demand from sporting groups.
Mayor George Greiss said the council-owned stadium is facing similar issues to Leichhardt Oval which recently received $30 million in State and Federal funding for much-needed upgrades.
Campbelltown Sports Stadium dates back to the 1950s and there are concerns the ground could miss out on major events if upgrades are not carried out in coming years.
Campbelltown Council has released a business case showing upgrades are needed to the main grandstand as well as female changing room facilities, food and drink areas and other amenities.
The stadium attracted more than 200,000 visitors last year.
The business case shows a basic upgrade would cost $10 million while a complete redevelopment of the stadium would require a budget of $175 million.
A $35 million pledge – similar to the funding pledged to Leichhardt Oval – would enable more seating, food and beverage outlets, lighting, a new LED big screen and amenities.
Councillor George Brticevic said the ageing state of parts of the stadium were comparable to Leichhardt Oval.
Leichhardt Oval has received NSW and Federal Government funding.
“Leichhardt Oval is in dire straits and I don’t deny Inner West Council getting that funding because it’s a very old ground, but it is located in part of the Prime Minister’s federal seat and there’s always been criticism of pork barrelling,” he said.
“Our stadium is weathering as well, it’s getting old and soon it won’t be fit for purpose unless we get funding.
“In a couple of years time we could lose the games that are played at Campbelltown to other stadiums such as CommBank or Allianz.”
The stadium dates back to the 1950s.
The funding plea comes as the NSW Government faces calls to upgrade a growing list of Sydney sporting grounds including Brookvale Oval on the northern beaches and Shark Park in the Sutherland Shire.
Campbelltown Mayor George Greiss said upgrades would address increased usage of the site which last year hosted 25 major events and attracted 250,000 visitors.
A redevelopment of the main grandstand would increase the seating capacity of the stadium from 17,000 to 25,000 – making it about the same size as Penrith Stadium.
Mr Greiss has written to both the NSW and Federal Government sports ministers to make the funding pitch.
“With West Tigers and Macarthur FC using Campbelltown Sports Stadium as their main home venue from 2024 onwards it has become one of the highest activated stadiums in NSW and remains the only stadium in south west Sydney,” he said.
“To enhance the user and spectator experience we need government support.”
In a statement, a NSW Government spokesman said the government would consider the council’s proposal.
“The NSW Government considers proposals on a case-by-case basis and will review the business cases presented by Campbelltown City Council,” he said.
“The opportunity to increase women’s participation, create a home for women’s professional sport, with funding from all levels of government, made Leichhardt Oval a compelling proposal for the NSW Government.”
According to the council, the upgrade could also attract more major events to the site including FIFA, Asian Football Confederation, Socceroos and Matildas games.
Campbelltown Council pushes for NSW, federal government to cough up cash for Campbelltown Stadium upgrade after Leichhardt Oval’s $30m funding pledge. A multimillion funding pledge to revamp Sydney’s ageing Leichhardt Oval has spurred another Sydney council to lobby for its share of the government funding pie.
A multimillion funding pledge to revamp Sydney’s ageing Leichhardt Oval has spurred another Sydney council to lobby for its share of the government funding pie.
Campbelltown Council is calling on the NSW and Federal and Governments to help bankroll upgrades to Campbelltown Sports Stadium in a move to address the ageing state of the facility and increased demand from sporting groups.
Mayor George Greiss said the council-owned stadium is facing similar issues to Leichhardt Oval which recently received $30 million in State and Federal funding for much-needed upgrades.
Campbelltown Sports Stadium dates back to the 1950s and there are concerns the ground could miss out on major events if upgrades are not carried out in coming years.
Campbelltown Council has released a business case showing upgrades are needed to the main grandstand as well as female changing room facilities, food and drink areas and other amenities.
The stadium attracted more than 200,000 visitors last year.
The business case shows a basic upgrade would cost $10 million while a complete redevelopment of the stadium would require a budget of $175 million.
A $35 million pledge – similar to the funding pledged to Leichhardt Oval – would enable more seating, food and beverage outlets, lighting, a new LED big screen and amenities.
Councillor George Brticevic said the ageing state of parts of the stadium were comparable to Leichhardt Oval.
Leichhardt Oval has received NSW and Federal Government funding.
“Leichhardt Oval is in dire straits and I don’t deny Inner West Council getting that funding because it’s a very old ground, but it is located in part of the Prime Minister’s federal seat and there’s always been criticism of pork barrelling,” he said.
“Our stadium is weathering as well, it’s getting old and soon it won’t be fit for purpose unless we get funding.
“In a couple of years time we could lose the games that are played at Campbelltown to other stadiums such as CommBank or Allianz.”
The stadium dates back to the 1950s.
The funding plea comes as the NSW Government faces calls to upgrade a growing list of Sydney sporting grounds including Brookvale Oval on the northern beaches and Shark Park in the Sutherland Shire.
Campbelltown Mayor George Greiss said upgrades would address increased usage of the site which last year hosted 25 major events and attracted 250,000 visitors.
A redevelopment of the main grandstand would increase the seating capacity of the stadium from 17,000 to 25,000 – making it about the same size as Penrith Stadium.
Mr Greiss has written to both the NSW and Federal Government sports ministers to make the funding pitch.
“With West Tigers and Macarthur FC using Campbelltown Sports Stadium as their main home venue from 2024 onwards it has become one of the highest activated stadiums in NSW and remains the only stadium in south west Sydney,” he said.
“To enhance the user and spectator experience we need government support.”
In a statement, a NSW Government spokesman said the government would consider the council’s proposal.
“The NSW Government considers proposals on a case-by-case basis and will review the business cases presented by Campbelltown City Council,” he said.
“The opportunity to increase women’s participation, create a home for women’s professional sport, with funding from all levels of government, made Leichhardt Oval a compelling proposal for the NSW Government.”
According to the council, the upgrade could also attract more major events to the site including FIFA, Asian Football Confederation, Socceroos and Matildas games.
AmericanHistoryX
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Would help if we won more than a handful of games from year to year. Wouldn't hurt anyway..
Tom Shines
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looks like Campbelltown Council has woken up… good to see ..
$175m is optimistic in the current environment though …. But start high I guess..
$175m is optimistic in the current environment though …. But start high I guess..