ANZ Stadium Set for Major Redevelopment

The former host of the opening and closing ceremony of the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games, ANZ stadium is set to undergo a a major revamp.

In a $250 million dollar plan announced by the local Government, the stadium will recieve a retractable roof as well as updates to other areas of the ground. The move comes as the Australian Government look to improve the current state of Sydney’s Olympic Park.

Daryl Kerry, the managing director of ANZ Stadium, said weather-proofing the stadium was vital so that it continued to attract world-class sporting and entertainment events.

This month the stadium will not only host the Wallabies and British and Irish Lions decider but the third State of Origin clash and a showdown between Manchester United and the A-League All Stars.

“If we work hard with government and the stakeholders to bring this masterplan to reality, NSW will continue to lead the way in attracting world-class sporting and entertainment events,” Mr Kerry said in a statement.

“Putting a roof on the stadium will weather-proof the major events going forward, while moving stands north and south will create an even more dramatic atmosphere for the football codes that prefer a true rectangular field.

“Everyone who has watched the Sydney Olympic Park precinct grow as a destination since the 2000 Olympic Games should be excited about the vision for the Stadia Precinct. These are developments that will change Sydney forever.”

Australian Sports Minister Graham Annesley said of the improvements: “It’s a very exciting glimpse into the future as the park continues to evolve as a constant reminder of the wonderful Olympic legacy left behind for the people of New South Wales.”

The stadium was a key part of Australia’s Asia Cup bid, with them winning the right to host the contest in 2015.