MCG Skywalk | Roof Walk and Zipline |
It was announced in February 2016 that a $2.55 million skywalk will be built on the MCG.
Fans will be able to climb up to 70m above the home of sport to take in breathtaking views of the iconic ground, Melbourne's world-class sporting precinct and the city skyline for the first time.
It has also been announced that a zip-line is in planning that would take thrill-seekers from the city-end scoreboard to the other side of the stadium on Punt Road.
The total cost of the project is expected to top $2.55 million but has won $650,000 of Federal Government funding.
The rooftop walk will be similar to Sydney's Harbour Bridge Climb which has seen more than three million people harnessed to the famous landmark to take in breathtaking views from above.
Sports Minister John Eren said a walk around the top of the 'world renowned, best stadium in the nation'' could be even better. He suggested building the skywalk would start in 2016 and take roughly 12 months.
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Update on MCG roof walk and zipline
Thursday, April 13, 2017 - mcg.org.au
A proposed concept of a zip line and roof walk at the MCG will not proceed at this time, after detailed research found that the structural impact on the stadium and the associated capital cost would greatly exceed initial forecasts.
In February last year, the MCC secured a $650,000 contribution from the Federal Government's Tourism Demand Driver infrastructure program towards the project. It was the MCC's initial intention to construct and operate a cross-stadium zip line and a roof walk experience for MCG visitors.
A permanent cross-stadium zip line was a unique, never-before-tested proposition. Extensive consideration of the MCG's structure, the stadium's heavy event schedule and safety imperatives has shown that it is not a viable option at this time.
The decision was reached following significant consultation with engineering and design organisations, both in Australia and overseas.
Operating a standalone roof walk was also deemed not viable at this point in time.
"We remain committed to enhancing the MCG's tourism offering, and will continue to explore opportunities to complement the existing MCG Tour and National Sports Museum," said MCC CEO Stuart Fox.
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⊜ Jolimont Terrace East Melbourne 3002 View Map
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ MCG Skywalk | Roof Walk and Zipline
➼ www.mcg.org.au
➼ www.theage.com.au
➼ www.heraldsun.com.au
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➼ Melbourne Cricket Ground
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