Bottom: Artist's impression of Docklands Primary School Bottom: Artist's impression of Docklands Primary School While Geoff’s previous role at Development Victoria focused on Docklands, he is also keen to work with his team to continue the success of other precinct projects. In December 2018 Lendlease were appointed to build the stadium.

With technological advances like streaming services changing the way fans consume sports and interact with their favourite teams, stadiums and stadium operators are challenged to find new ways of attracting audiences. Unlike most stadiums around the world, Etihad Stadium (originally Colonial Stadium) was always envisaged as an urban stadium acting as a catalyst for the redevelopment of the former docks, with its four 'corners' eventually developing over time to fill out and assist in … Etihad Stadium was the third naming rights partner of the venue after it opened as Colonial Stadium in 2000 before a change to Telstra Dome in 2002. The 56,000-capacity AFL-owned stadium will become a seven-day-a-week destination and … The Victorian government has signed an agreement with the Australian Football League (AFL) that will pave the way for the redevelopment of two major sports stadiums in Melbourne – the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Etihad Stadium in Docklands.. Richard Fink Strategic Advisory, Technology and CX, Marvel Stadium Redevelopment at AFL - Australian Football League Melbourne, Australia 500+ connections By David Schout. It's also home to AFL House, on Harbour Esplanade. Stadium Redevelopment – Reimagining Stadiums in 2020. Top: Artist's impression of Marvel Stadium redevelopment. In 1989 the Docklands Strategy — Melbourne Docklands: Strategy for Redevelopment recognising the importance of linking Melbourne to the Southbank and Victoria Harbour areas was released by … Marvel has taken on the naming rights of the ‘Docklands Stadium‘ in a deal which will even include a premium Marvel store at the venue. ... from the market for the provision of project management services to assist it with planned upgrades to Melbourne's Marvel Stadium. Images: Marvel Stadium (top) and … Future Food was engaged by ARM Architecture (principle consultant) on the redevelopment of Marvel Stadium in conjunction with a wider stakeholder group that included AFL, Marvel Stadium, Development Victoria and Delaware North. 7th October 2016 - AFL agrees Etihad Stadium purchase. The deal coincides with the AFL’s acquisition of the stadium, Marvel's new naming rights deal and a $225 million grant from the Victorian Government to redevelop the stadium. The Australian Football League, which owns the 56,000-capacity multi-purpose stadium, secured $225 million in taxpayer funds two years ago, but it hasn’t been smooth sailing since then. The Victorian government has signed an agreement with the Australian Football League (AFL) that will pave the way for the redevelopment of two major sports stadiums in Melbourne – the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) and Etihad Stadium in Docklands.. It has seating for 53,000 and features a retractable roof to ensure Melbourne’s famously changeable weather doesn’t interrupt events. In October 2018 plans for the new stadium to replace the original Sydney Football Stadium were released by the Government of New South Wales. As Marvel Stadium turns 20 this week, the evolution of the Docklands venue remains a mystery, with the AFL yet to announce detailed plans for its redevelopment.. Marvel Stadium at Melbourne's Docklands is set to receive a $225 million redevelopment to convert it into one of the most fan-friendly multipurpose stadium in the world. AFL seeks project manager for Marvel Stadium upgrade. The AFL has used Marvel Stadium as a safety net for a deal with banks to keep the league and clubs alive, with the $1 billion asset helping secure a $500 million line of credit.