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Sydney Morning Herald
13 hours ago
- Sydney Morning Herald
First Olympic legacy project to begin as soon as Ekka is over
Work on the new RNA Showgrounds arena will start within weeks, Premier David Crisafulli confirmed on Monday, signalling the start of Olympic-related construction in the 2032 host city. While the improved 20,000-seat arena would not host any competitions in 2032, due to its proximity to the adjacent athletes' village and the subsequent security overlay, the venue has been touted as a key Olympic legacy project. Crisafulli said work would begin on the historic John MacDonald and Ernest Baynes stands, built in 1906 and 1923 respectively, as soon as this year's Ekka was over. 'To see the work happening on those stands is something that will fill the community with hope about taking this venue to the next level,' he said. Loading RNA chief executive Brendan Christou said the character of the heritage-listed stands would be maintained. 'The Ekka has been changing for the past 150 years, and we evolve – we have to evolve,' he said. 'If you look at our grandstands now, there's no accessibility. 'Now, that wasn't an issue a hundred years ago when they were built, but obviously today, that's not acceptable.
The Age
13 hours ago
- The Age
First Olympic legacy project to begin as soon as Ekka is over
Work on the new RNA Showgrounds arena will start within weeks, Premier David Crisafulli confirmed on Monday, signalling the start of Olympic-related construction in the 2032 host city. While the improved 20,000-seat arena would not host any competitions in 2032, due to its proximity to the adjacent athletes' village and the subsequent security overlay, the venue has been touted as a key Olympic legacy project. Crisafulli said work would begin on the historic John MacDonald and Ernest Baynes stands, built in 1906 and 1923 respectively, as soon as this year's Ekka was over. 'To see the work happening on those stands is something that will fill the community with hope about taking this venue to the next level,' he said. Loading RNA chief executive Brendan Christou said the character of the heritage-listed stands would be maintained. 'The Ekka has been changing for the past 150 years, and we evolve – we have to evolve,' he said. 'If you look at our grandstands now, there's no accessibility. 'Now, that wasn't an issue a hundred years ago when they were built, but obviously today, that's not acceptable.
Herald Sun
20 hours ago
- Herald Sun
Wallaroos star Caslick to miss Rugby World Cup after ankle surgery
Don't miss out on the headlines from Sport. Followed categories will be added to My News. The Wallaroos have suffered a huge setback before they were due to fly out to the women's Rugby World Cup in England with confirmation Olympic gold medallist Charlotte Caslick has been ruled out with injury. A global superstar in the Sevens game who switched to 15s to fulfil her dream of playing at the World Cup, Caslick has been racing the clock to recover in time for the tournament after she underwent surgery for an ankle injury she suffered playing against New Zealand last month. As late as last week, the 2016 Rio Olympic gold medallists, was still holding out hope she would make the trip but was told she just hasn't recovered quickly enough. With the Wallaroos due to fly out of Sydney for England on Monday, coach Jo Yapp said Caslick would now remain in Australia and continue to undergo rehabilitation, but will remain on standby if another player goes down. 'We're really disappointed to lose Charlotte so close to the World Cup. She has shown great commitment to the XVs program and Wallaroos this year,' Yapp said. Wallaroos gun Charlotte Caslick had made a high-profile switch from the Sevens game. Picture Lachie Millard Caslick will be replaced in the Australian squad by uncapped teenager Manua Moleka. There is still a chance Caslick could be called up later in the tournament if anyone else gets injured and the Australians make it to the knockout stages. The Wallaroos are due to play three pool games, against Samoa, United States and England, with the quarterfinals not beginning until mid September. 'Charlotte's timeline to get back for our pool matches has changed and following medical advice, the decision was made to allow her to continue on an accelerated recovery program, where she could be available as an injury replacement should we require a player later in the tournament,' Yapp said. 'We're really fortunate and excited that Manu'a can join us for the World Cup. Manu'a has been part of the touring squad since the start of the international Test season and thoroughly deserves her opportunity to join us.' Originally published as Wallaroos star recruit Charlotte Caslick to miss Rugby World Cup after ankle surgery
