Final whistle nears for revamp of nib Stadium

• nib Stadium redevelopment on track for first Western Force home game

• South stand finished and seating platforms completed on East stand

• Revamp means greater spectator comfort with better viewing and sightlines

The Liberal National Government today announced nib Stadium's redevelopment had hit a series of key milestones and is on budget and on time for the first Western Force home game in late March.

Premier Colin Barnett and Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron today provided an update on the development at the stadium, toured some of the new facilities and observed some of the ongoing construction work.

"The transformation of nib Stadium has been eagerly awaited by soccer and rugby fans - the new Southern and Eastern stands will offer greater spectator comfort and better viewing," Mr Barnett said.

"The spectator experience at nib Stadium will be heightened significantly by this redevelopment, including provision of some of the best sightlines of any stadium in Australia.

"This project is on track for completion in March - on time and well within budget. The success of this revamp is a credit to the State Government's project team, BGC Construction and its sub-contractors."

Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron said the North East corporate suite had been completed, was fully operational and had been used for the last two Perth Glory games.

"On completion of the project, 20,500 people will fill the arena and be able to enjoy soccer, rugby league and rugby union matches; and special events at the stadium," Mr Waldron said.

"All the East grandstand concrete seating platforms are in place and the installation of seating on the lower bowl has started."

Other milestones include:

·         about 80 per cent of the structural steel to the East grandstand roof is completed

·         erection of pre-cast concrete walls for the 'pods' containing the food and beverage and toilet facilities is under way

·         footings for the new light towers completed.

      Fact File

• Perth Rectangular Stadium Stage 1 Redevelopment has project budget of $95.14m

• Construction commenced July 2012

• Western Force's first game at the stadium scheduled for March 23, 2013

• Redevelopment of nib Stadium and upgrades at Barbagallo Raceway are ample illustration of the Government's ability to deliver major projects on time and on budget

Premier's office - 6552 5000

Sport and Recreation Minister's office - 6552 6100