From Overlay to Ownership: Building Across Codes, Timeframes and Contexts
The best sports infrastructure isn’t just well built—it’s strategically delivered. Here’s how delivery models, staging and cross-code insight shape better outcomes across short-term overlay and long-term ownership. One Size Doesn’t Fit All Delivering infrastructure in sport is rarely linear. Some projects are pop-up activations needed in 12 weeks. Others are civic-scale redevelopments staged over 10 […]
What Role Does AI Play in the Next Generation of Sports Infrastructure?
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a buzzword. It’s a practical tool reshaping how we plan, build, operate and experience sports infrastructure. The question isn’t if AI matters it’s how we apply it, responsibly. From Curiosity to Capability Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries—from medicine to transport, finance to education. But in the world of sports […]
Brisbane 2032 and the Legacy Challenge
Delivering the Games is one thing. Delivering long-term value is another. For Brisbane 2032, legacy planning must begin now while the concrete is still dry. Introduction: The Real Test Comes After the Flame Hosting the Olympic and Paralympic Games is one of the biggest opportunities a city—and a nation—can have. It brings infrastructure investment, international […]
Why Grassroots Aren’t a Nice-to-Have
They’re not just the starting point for players. Grassroots facilities are the foundation of participation, equity and performance. So why are they still treated like an afterthought? Every Champion Starts Somewhere It’s easy to get excited about new stadiums, elite training centres and Olympic venues. But behind every AFLW debut, World Cup highlight or Paralympic […]
From Kick-off to Capital: Making the Case for Infrastructure Investment
Behind every changeroom, lighting tower or high-performance centre lies a bigger challenge—convincing stakeholders it’s worth investing in. Here’s how to turn sporting need into capital reality. Vision is Cheap Capital Isn’t Every club, council and sporting body has a wish list. Better fields. Bigger pavilions. Modern lighting. More changerooms. But turning that list into funded […]
AS Standards, DDA and the Invisible Planning Risk
Compliance might not grab headlines but it’s the hidden backbone of every successful sports infrastructure project. When it’s missed, it costs more than money. The Cost of Getting It Wrong In sports infrastructure, everyone talks about vision. But what about visibility? The truth is: many of the biggest project blowouts, redesigns and delays come not […]
What’s Next for Sports Precincts in Australia?
As sport, community and commercial outcomes converge, the Australian sports precinct is evolving fast. Here are six trends shaping the next generation—and how we can plan for them. Introduction: Why Precincts Matter More Than Ever The way Australians engage with sport is changing. It’s no longer about single venues, isolated fields or event-only destinations. Instead, […]
Smarter Stadiums: Infrastructure That Thinks
Smart stadiums are no longer just a concept—they’re fast becoming the new standard. But what makes a stadium truly “smart”? And what does it mean for the way we plan, design, and operate sports infrastructure? Why Infrastructure Needs to Think for Itself For years, stadium design focused on capacity, sightlines and compliance. But now, venues […]
Food, Beverage & the Rise of the 3rd Half
Game-day is no longer just about the game. Food and beverage are now central to the stadium experience—and to the business model behind it. We’re Not Just Serving Chips Anymore Once upon a time, fans arrived five minutes before the siren, queued for a pie and a Coke, and left at the final whistle. But […]
Designing for the Modern Fan: Why Stadiums Must Do More Than Seat You
A New Type of Fan Is Reshaping How We Design Sport Gone are the days when a seat, a scoreboard, and a sausage roll defined the fan experience. In 2026, spectators expect more. More choice. More comfort. More community. More control. Whether it’s AFL at Marvel Stadium, A-League at AAMI Park, or suburban VFL games, […]