Punt Road Oval Redevelopment [merged]

[one-eyed]

The build is going to cost $93 million and "we've got to find a lot of money still" according to Benny Gale today.

[WilliamPowell]

The build is going to cost $93 million and "we've got to find a lot of money still" according to Benny Gale today.

 

So in little over 18-24 months the estimated cost has sky-rocketed by close to $30 million?

[Hard Roar Tiger]

You are obviously not  in the building game Willy!

[Damo]

You are obviously not  in the building game Willy!

Yep
Industry has been smashed
So many pulling the pin as opposed to completing houses that will result in significant losses that they can’t afford

Been brutal what’s happened

[WilliamPowell]

You are obviously not  in the building game Willy!

No I'm not

But part of it is also because we take so long to get these projects going

[one-eyed]

Benny Gale checking out the competition at the Swans and their latest new facilities.



Brendon Gale @brendongale25:

It’s remarkable to witness the rapid rate of improvement in the standards required to manage and deliver elite, professional sports. Tom Harley was kind enough to take me through the @sydneyswans super impressive new T&A [Training & Administration] headquarters, which have set a new @AFL benchmark IMO.


https://twitter.com/brendongale25/status/1714852779293085956

[WilliamPowell]

Would just like the bloody thing started

Originally it was supposed to be completed now or early 2024

We haven't even turned soil,  or started knocking down anything

Be lucky if it's ready end of next year

[Knighter]

Would just like the bloody thing started

Originally it was supposed to be completed now or early 2024

We haven't even turned soil,  or started knocking down anything

Be lucky if it's ready end of next year

Why the hell are we playing AFLW home games at Pigs Arse stadium when Punt Rd remains untouched.

[WilliamPowell]

Why the hell are we playing AFLW home games at Pigs Arse stadium when Punt Rd remains untouched.

Exactly, games were moved because works were supposed to be starting

And here we are

[one-eyed]

Update from the Prez John O'Rourke:

The redevelopment of Punt Road Oval is one of the most significant undertakings in the history of our Club. It will be our legacy for generations to come and keep our Club strong and bold long into the future.

Funding this redevelopment is a significant challenge in the current environment. Support from Government - both Federal and State - and some very generous donations from our high-net-worth supporters have been very much appreciated. But we will need the support of our members and supporters to bring this redevelopment to life.

A fundraising campaign will commence early in the new year, and any support you can provide will be greatly appreciated. When the Tiger Army mobilises, nothing gets in our way, and I look forward to the day we can collectively celebrate delivering this Club such an important facility.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1468442/2023-presidents-report

[mightytiges]

If we will still be fundraising for and not starting the redevelopment until next year, then why did we make our AFLW team not play our home games at Punt Rd? 

[WilliamPowell]

If we will still be fundraising for and not starting the redevelopment until next year, then why did we make our AFLW team not play our home games at Punt Rd? 

A question that's been asked by alot of AFLW members as we got told games couldn't be played as the redevelopment was to start in October

Having said that personally I was glad they got moved as the current amenities for fans at PRO are pathetic and  not up to an acceptable standard: same applies for VFL games. Although I wasn't happy it was Princes Park

[WilliamPowell]

Just announced at the AGM...

Total Cost of the Redevelopment is now $100 million

I didn't catch when it will be starting ..

[one-eyed]

https://twitter.com/TigerWooda/status/1757286287776850128

Saw this on twitter last night but can't find the original source?

[one-eyed]

Latest news about the redevelopment from the Prez:

Off-field, we remain committed to commencing the Punt Road Oval redevelopment this year. Increased costs have complicated our plans somewhat and, on behalf of members, the Board is conscious of taking a responsible approach to debt in the current economic climate.

That said, we still expect to commence works this year. This redevelopment is vital to our future. It will strengthen us off-field and give us the opportunity to win on-field.

As part of this, we will shortly launch a key consumer fundraising campaign, engaging the might of the Tiger Army to kick-start our final push. Please keep an eye out for it and as always, any support is greatly appreciated.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/1511784/from-the-president-march-2024