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Sydney Morning Herald
a few seconds ago
- Sport
- 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
a few seconds ago
- Sport
- 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.
Belfast Telegraph
23-07-2025
- Sport
- Belfast Telegraph
Ballymena United recruit former Motherwell and Watford man: ‘I need to play men's football'
Scottish defender Ali Gould has signed for Ballymena United after a successful trail at the Showgrounds. The 19 year-old started his career at Motherwell before joining EFL Championship side Watford in 2023. During his time at Vicarage Road he gained first team experience with loan stints at non-league clubs Kings Langley and Potter's Bar.
BBC News
12-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Derry City's title hopes hit by Sligo Rovers
Derry City's League of Ireland title hopes suffered a damaging 2-0 defeat by Sligo Rovers at the opened the scoring on 19 minutes when Patrick McClean turned in from a corner.A mistake by Brian Maher afforded Rovers striker Wilson Waweru the chance to double the hosts advantage just before failed to threaten a revival after the break and slip to third, nine points off Shamrock Rovers in top may be second from bottom in the standings but John Russell's side went into tonight's game unbeaten in their last three held league leaders Shamrock Rovers to a 2-2 draw last time out and ignited another scalp when former Glentoran defender McClean side-footed into the net after 19 four straight victories before tonight's trip, Derry had made ground at the top of the table and almost equalised but Hayden Cann's header was cleared off the Candystripes had won each of their two previous meetings this season but found themselves two goals behind on the stroke of spilled Ryan O'Kane's cross and Waweru pounced to hammer the ball the interval, Liam Boyce couldn't get on the end of a teasing Adam O'Reilly Lynch's men struggled to create anything by way of clear cut chances Foylesiders now sit third one point behind Bohemians in second with Sligo still in the relegation play-off place.
The National
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Royal Highland Cente: Capacity, banned items and more
These have included the likes of David Bowie, Genesis, Queen and Little Mix. If you're going to the Royal Highland Showground for a gig this summer, here is everything you need to know before arriving. How to get to the Royal Highland Centre from Edinburgh Those wishing to get to the centre from Edinburgh have a number of options, according to the Royal Highland Centre website. Bus - Bus services like the Airlink 100, Skylink 200 and 300, as well as services 20 and 63, take attendees to or near the centre. Trams - Trams connect the Scottish capital with the venue. All travellers need to do is get off at the Ingliston P&R stop near the showground. Car - The venue is located next to Edinburgh Airport, placing it within minutes of the M8 and M9. What is the capacity of the Royal Highland Centre? The event centre, which attracts over one million visitors every single year, has a number of areas, each with differing capacities. The south arena can hold 35,000 guests, while the main ring and west arenas can contain around 27,000 and 25,000 attendees, respectively. The north arena has a capacity of 15,000, while the highland hall and lowland hall hold 9000 and 6000 visitors. Are there any banned items at the Royal Highland Showground? While no universal list of banned items has been shared by the venue, the Royal Highland Show, which takes place here, has stated that flyers, articles for sale, glass bottles or items, and weapons, fireworks or flares are prohibited. Professional filming and photography equipment, except where an exception has been made, is also banned. Recommended Reading: What age restrictions are in place for the Royal Highland Centre? Certain events at the Showgrounds could be age restricted, meaning those who are under the age of 18 or attending with their child should check before booking their tickets. Those over the age of 18 should also bring an appropriate form of photo ID in case it is required.
