The long-awaited upgrades to KGV Stadium on Grove Road have now been completed, delivering a refurbished grandstand and improved facilities for players, officials, and spectators.
The redevelopment includes two new player change rooms, referee change rooms, a first aid room, a kiosk, and additional storage spaces.
Stage one of the project was finalised in July 2024, introducing upgraded player and referee change rooms, as well as new public toilets to replace the previous facilities.
KVG Stadium was the home to many Tasmanian clubs’ FFA Cup ties with its maximum capacity of 4,000 being useful for bigger events.
However it went through a big rebuild and has largely gone unused for top competitions, highlighting the big news of its completion.
To improve safety and matchday operations, fencing and gates have been installed on either side of the change rooms beneath the grandstand, with additional fencing set to be added near the new change rooms adjacent to the public toilet block.
These measures aim to provide clear separation between players, match officials, and spectators when entering or exiting the field. Spectator access to the public toilets is available via the rear of the grandstand.
In addition to the grandstand upgrades, Glenorchy Knights’ clubrooms have undergone a full refurbishment, including the former Football Tasmania head office. The clubrooms are open to patrons on match days, with the upstairs mezzanine area designated for club members. Food and beverages are available for purchase.
The redevelopment was carried out in collaboration with Glenorchy City Council and Glenorchy Knights, with both organisations playing a key role in the planning and execution of the project.
These upgrades mark a significant step forward for Tasmanian football, providing modern, high-quality facilities that support the growth and development of the sport at all levels.
It allows the state federation to host bigger matches in the football season and gives the state a ‘home’ that can be recognised as the centre of Tasmanian football.
