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Updated: January, 2021
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Saturday, February 20 - Sunday, March 14, 2021
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Thursday, March 11, 2020
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Friday 12 March 2021
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Melbourne & Olympic Parks Update: February 12
Following the announcement that all of Victoria will enter a five-day, stage four lockdown, all Melbourne & Olympic Parks’ (M&OP) venues will be closed to the public from 11.59pm Friday 12 February to 11.59pm Wednesday 17 February.
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Our COVIDSafe Commitment
Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP) is excited to welcome guests back to over the coming months, with an array of sport and entertainment events to reactivate the precinct in 2021.
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Memorialising John Cain through John Cain Arena
Melbourne & Olympic Parks is excited to reveal the new branding of one of Melbourne’s favourite sporting and entertainment venues.
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Patrick Flannigan announced as new Chair of MOPT
Patrick Flannigan has been appointed the incoming Chair of Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust, taking over from Russell Caplan whose term at the helm of the key sports and entertainment venues body expires on 31 October.
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Behind AAMI Park: Chatting With The Architects
Ahead of AAMI Park’s 10th anniversary celebrations, we were lucky enough to sit down for a chat (video, of course!) with COX Architecture’s Patrick Ness and Jonathan Gardiner, who are partners at the firm behind AAMI Park’s design.
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Listen to live music from your living room
We might not be able to leave the house right now, but fortunately for us, there are lots of incredible artists who are happy to perform live from their homes, so you can listen to them from your living room sofa.
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Ausmusic T-Shirt Day
This year, triple j have decided to hold a special Ausmusic T-Shirt Day on Friday 17 April as the evolving coronavirus pandemic has meant that many are facing tough times ahead, and the live music industry is among those facing an immediate loss of income.
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Supporting the sports community through uncertain times
We’ve all got a favourite sports team.
Whether you’re a football fanatic, netball lover or a rugby supporter, we’re incredibly lucky that Melbourne has so many brilliant teams to get behind, and such a strong community of supporters.
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Getting behind the live music industry
Live music, entertainment events and sports are the heartbeat of Melbourne and we’re proud to welcome around 2.5 million guests to more than 400 events at our venues each year.
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Public Information – coronavirus (COVID-19)
Melbourne & Olympic Parks is working closely with government and taking advice from relevant authorities on how to manage and mitigate the impact of the coronavirus.
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Public Information – coronavirus case at AAMI Park
Updated 11 MARCH 2020 | Public Notice regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
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John Cain Arena To Celebrate Legacy Of Great Victorian
One of Melbourne’s favourite sporting and entertainment venues will be renamed in honour of former Victorian Premier the Hon John Cain.
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Statues of League Legends One Step Closer
Australian-based, internationally renowned sculpture artists Gillie and Marc are set to immortalise Melbourne Storm legends Cameron Smith and Billy Slater in statue, thanks to the Victorian Government.
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Everything you need to know about Ashleigh ‘Ash’ Barty
It’s Day 2 of the Australian Open and she’s the name on everybody’s lips...
The current Women’s Singles number 1 is already making waves, from her infectious smile to inspiring children round the world to get into tennis.
So, if you’re looking to get your Australian Open knowledge up to scratch, we’d recommend starting with getting to know Ash Barty.
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All you need to know about the Australian Open
The Australian Open is BACK on January 20, with an incredible summer of tennis promised.
With so much happening over the two weeks, we’ve put together a guide to the Australian Open so you don’t miss a thing – you are WELCOME.
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All you need to know about the AO Live Stage
The AO Live Stage has become one of the most hotly anticipated parts of the Australian Open, with talented Australian and International artists taking to the stage across the two weeks the Open is held.
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Activities your kids will love at the Australian Open
Love tennis but worry your kids won’t be so keen?
Don’t worry – there's something to keep everyone happy at the Australian Open! Here are a few of the things to look forward to at this years’ AO...
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Vale John Cain
Melbourne & Olympic Parks (the Trust) is deeply saddened to hear of the passing of former Victorian Premier, John Cain.
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Christmas gift guide
Stuck with what to buy your friends and family this Christmas?
Don’t worry – we've got you covered. Whether it’s your indecisive dad or that secret Santa you don’t know very well – look through our gift guide for the perfect present.
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ROD LAVER ARENA PUTTING MELBOURNE ON THE WORLD STAGE
Rod Laver Arena has been named as one of the world’s top 10 highest grossing venues over the past decade by leading international music magazine Billboard.
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Melbourne Arena Upgrade
As some of you might already know, we've been doing some work to make Melbourne Arena even bigger and better.
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Melbourne’s biggest THROWDOWN clash
With another huge NBL season getting started this week, it’s safe to say you’ll be hearing more and more about basketball. We've put together everything you need to know ahead of Thursday's throwdown match...
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Background on basketball in the precinct
The 2019/20 NBL season is fast approaching. How good is your basketball knowledge? Read on to find out...
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New CEO to Lead Melbourne & Olympic Parks
Wednesday, 31 July 2019
Top sports business and major events leader John Harnden has been named as new chief executive of the Melbourne and Olympic Parks Trust (MOPT).
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Students Design New Uniforms for Iconic Precinct
Melbourne & Olympic Parks is launching its new uniform project and bringing upcoming Australian Fashion design talent to the world, with RMIT’s Bachelor of Fashion (Design) (Hons) students and Melbourne’s own award-winning uniform supplier Cargo Crew.
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Anzac Day Meaning at Melbourne & Olympic Parks
24 April, 2019 - We recognise and remember what Anzac Day means to our precinct, both in unique historical significance and continuing commemoration at noteworthy sporting events.
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Melbourne Park Redevelopment Stage 3 Begins
Melbourne Park has embarked on the final stage of its $972 million redevelopment, which will see a new Function and Media Centre join the impressive line-up of arenas.
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Expressions of Interest – Ticketing Technology & Related Services
Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP) and Tennis Australia (TA) invite qualified ticketing companies for their Expressions of Interest in tendering for the ticketing services for:
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New Screens Guiding Fans Home from Rod Laver Arena
Getting home on public transport after a big event at Melbourne Park just got easier, in an Australian-venue first, screens installed at Rod Laver Arena will provide real-time information about trams and trains leaving the precinct.
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Brian Morris to depart Melbourne & Olympic Parks
After 13 incredible years, countless events, millions of patrons and extensive an extensive redevelopment program, the CEO of Australia’s most incredible sport and entertainment precinct, Melbourne and Olympic Parks (M&OP), has announced he will be moving on.
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Melbourne’s NBL Championship Arena
As Melbourne Arena proudly gears up for Melbourne United’s Grand Final Game 2 on Sunday, we’re looking inside the champion NBL venue and what it means to welcome an unprecedented 117,000 fans on the journey from round one.
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Rotary Convention Headed for Rod Laver Arena
Tens of thousands of visitors from 200 countries will descend upon Melbourne in 2023 for the world-famous Rotary International Convention.
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Revealing the Future of Premier Events at Melbourne Park
Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP) unveiled its new world-class function and media centre at this year’s Asia Pacific Incentives Meetings Event (AIME) and attracted an impressive 180 delegates through the feature exhibit.
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Welcoming 32 Countries To The World Cup Gymnastics
Melbourne Park will continue its exciting 15-year Gymnastics legacy when it brings the biggest World Cup yet and sets the springboard for Australia’s next generation of athletes.
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Ground Breaking Training for Gosch’s Paddock
Melbourne’s rugby and A-League football teams are set to benefit from leading innovations into their home training and playing fields at AAMI Park and Gosch’s Paddock.
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Rod Laver Arena Australia’s 2nd Top Selling Arena
Melbourne’s favourite arena ranks the second busiest venue in the country and 21st internationally, in Pollstar’s Top 200 Arena Venues chart, with 586,506 ticket sales during 2018.
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AAMI Park claims Best Mid-Size Stadium
AAMI Park has been voted by sports fans as Australia’s Best Mid-Sized Stadium in the inaugural Austadiums Awards, a superb result for our world-class rectangular stadium...
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Partnering with Starlight to make dreams come true
A once in a lifetime celebration officially launched our charity partnership with Starlight on Sunday ...
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AAMI Park shine a light on Universal Children’s Day
On Universal Children’s Day Melbourne & Olympic Parks charity partner Berry Street is shining a light on the need to create a child-safe community with AAMI Park....
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Gosch’s Paddock Hosts Upstream Challenge Charity Fun Run
Gosch’s Paddock saw in Saturday morning’s sunrise in full-swing with activity, as it welcomed hundreds of participants to embark on the Upstream Foundation’s major fundraising and community event....
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Rod Laver Arena celebrates 30 years with murals & a Golden Ticket!
As we celebrate 30 years of Rod Laver Arena being one of Melbourne’s most loved venues, we’re offering a truly ‘money-can’t buy’ experience...
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Helping give independence to 120 kids in need
Melbourne & Olympic Parks proudly hosted over 300 kids, donors, parents and volunteers for Variety – the Children’s Charity - Bikes4Kids program.
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Introducing Melbourne Arena
This morning, the Minister for Sport, Tourism and Major Events, the Hon John Eren announced Hisense Arena has been renamed to Melbourne Arena.
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Tanderrum Bridge wins at the American Architecture Awards 2018
The Pedestrian Bridge linking Birrarung Marr with the Melbourne Park precinct has received first place at the American Architecture Awards 2018 in ‘Bridges and Infrastructure’.‘...
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Melbourne & Olympic Parks to Be Australia’s Home of Esport
Melbourne & Olympic Parks is proud to welcome Australia’s biggest esport event to Victoria, when it hosts the inaugural Melbourne Esports Open in September. ...> Read More
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Melbourne Park event dynamo wins young achiever award
Keeping a cool head in high stress environments is all in a day’s work for Melbourne & Olympic Parks’ event manager, Nicola Drummy who last night took out the Venue Management Association’s Young Achiever Award.
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Make A Wish Day at AAMI Park
AAMI Park is playing a part in World Wish Day this Sunday 29th of April, to make seven-year-old Dylan’s wish come true.
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Rod Laver Arena’s 30th Anniversary March Memory
A remarkable transformation saw the venue’s floor transformed into an Olympic-sized swimming pool to host the 2007 FINA World Swimming Championships. ...
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Rod Laver Arena’s Redevelopment Recommences
Rod Laver Arena’s redevelopment works have recommenced as the venue celebrates its 30th year...
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Welcome to our new Premier Events & Experiences Brand
Our team have been busy creating a new brand that offers an exciting approach to discovering our unparalleled venues...
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Rod Laver Arena Turns 30
Today marks Rod Laver Arena’s 30th birthday and kicks off a special year of celebration...
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M&OP Helping Give Independence to 200 Kids in Need
M&OP was proud to host over 300 kids, donors, parents and volunteers at
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Guide to Avoiding Ticketing Scams
Melbourne & Olympic Parks (M&OP) is urging sport and concert goers to protect themselves against illegal ticket scamming...
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Margaret Court Arena hosts Fox FM Birthday Party
Melbourne & Olympic Parks proudly welcomed popular Fox FM 109.9 in holding the ‘best party ever’...
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Director of Arenas appointed new VMA President
30 May, 2017 - Melbourne & Olympic Parks Director of Arenas, Steve Harper CFE, has been appointed the new President...
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Melbourne Park receives funding to complete redevelopment
Melbourne Park facilities will remain the best in the world, keeping our city the ultimate sports and events capital...
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Andrew Travis joins Melbourne & Olympic Parks
M&OP welcome the appointment of respected sport and venue administrator Andrew Travis. ...
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Rod Laver Arena’s new grand entrance set to take shape
Melbourne’s famous Rod Laver Arena is set for a major makeover, with demolition well underway...
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Redevelopment works in full swing
The next stage of the Rod Laver Arena Refurbishment is well underway...
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TANDERRUM BRIDGE OFFICIALLY OPENS
Melbourne’s newest iconic landmark – the Tanderrum Bridge - has officially opened.
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Boot Camp Smashes Five Guiness World Records at Melbourne Park
More than 2000 women have taken up the challenge to ‘get sweaty’ and break not one, but five Guinness World Records
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Gosch’s Paddock Enhancement Project
Gosch’s Paddock is being improved to support the needs of all users, enhancing the green space...> Read More
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AAMI PARK TAKES PART IN OPEN HOUSE MELBOURNE
AAMI Park opened its doors to give 125 lucky people an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the iconic complex ...> Read More
