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The next step in plans to upgrade the University of Tasmania (UTAS) Stadium in Launceston has been confirmed today with the scope of works for this $130 million redevelopment project being announced.

With the Federal and Tasmanian governments each committing $65 million to the redevelopment and upgrade of the venue, works will include a new eastern stand and plaza entry, a new centre-west stand, an upgrade to match day facilities, sport lighting upgrades and replacing the LED ribbon board.

Expected to be completed by 2027, the revamped UTAS Stadium will also include new corporate and hospitality facilities, food and beverage outlets and patron amenities on the eastern and western side of the stadium, along with improved facilities for users.

Speaking today, Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister, Catherine King advised “the proposed UTAS Stadium redevelopment in Launceston, supporting economic activity and the proud sporting legacy of Tasmania’s north.

“We are committed to working in partnership with the Tasmanian Government to revitalise UTAS Stadium in a way that benefits everybody who uses it and wants to be part of it.”

Tasmanian Minister for Stadia and Events, Nic Street noted “these upgrades of the UTAS stadium will not only improve the overall experience of players and attendees, it will deliver significant economic knock-on effects for the wider community here in Launceston and provide a state-of-the-art, accessible facility for entertainment, sporting and cultural gatherings.”

Explaining that he was excited to see a critical piece of sporting infrastructure receive strong support from all levels of government, Stadiums Tasmania Chief Executive, James Avery added “we know what powerful economic multipliers stadiums are, from the building phase to game day revenue; they provide significant benefits to the entire local community

“By investing in this infrastructure now, we are locking into place a bright future for sport and entertainment in northern Tasmania.”

The City of Launceston is currently in the process of transferring the ownership of UTAS Stadium to Stadiums Tasmania.

Construction is expected to begin later this year and the entire project is expected to be completed in 2027.

Click here for the latest information on the project.

Images: An artist impression of new eastern stand and entry plaza at UTAS Stadium (top) and the plan for the stadium upgrades (below). Credit: Tasmanian Government.

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