An anti-stadium public meeting will be held at Hobart’s Town Hall today, giving people a chance to voice their opposition to the proposed Macquarie Point Stadium.
The midday meeting is organised by Our Place in the wake of economist Nicholas Gruen’s recent report, which suggested the stadium’s true cost could exceed $1 billion.
The group lists several reasons for their opposition to the stadium, including its location, potential impact on heritage, economic viability and alleged abuse of power.
Several speakers will address the gathering, including politicians Vica Bayley, Craig Garland, Kristie Johnston, Senator Jacqui Lambie and Andrew Wilkie alongside activist and author Richard Flanagan.
Despite ongoing challenges, Premier Jeremy Rockliff maintains that the stadium is economically viable and that the broader Macquarie Point revitalisation will “transform Tasmania”.
“Imagine the economic opportunity of 23,000 people leaving an event, just a short few minutes walk to and from the CBD and Salamanca,” he said.
“This is incredibly exciting. It will bring people together and it will be a game-changer for Tassie.”
