ANNUAL REPORT 2014/15 Stadiums Annual Report 2014/2015

18 September 2015

The Honourable Bill Byrne MP Minister for Sport and Racing GPO Box 46 QLD 4001

Dear Minister,

I am pleased to present the Annual Report 2014/2015 for Stadiums Queensland.

I certify this Annual Report complies with:

• the prescribed requirements of the Financial Accountability Act 2009 and the Financial and Performance Management Standard 2009, and • the detailed requirements set out in the Annual report requirements for agencies.

A checklist outlining the annual reporting requirements can be accessed at www.stadiums.qld.gov.au

Yours sincerely

Sophie Devitt Chair Stadiums Queensland

Queensland Centre

great venues. good times. CONTENTS

At a Glance 1

Corporate Overview 3

Chairman’s Report 5

Chief Executive’s Report 6

The Board 7

Corporate Governance 9

Venue Reports 12

Financial Statements 24

Glossary 58

Contact Information 59

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Online annual report disclaimer The materials presented on this site are provided by the Queensland Government for information purposes only. Users should note that the electronic versions of the annual report on this site are © Stadiums Queensland 2015 not recognised as the official or authorised version. The official ISSN 2203-8612 (Print) copy of the annual report, as tabled www.stadiums.qld.gov.au in the Legislative Assembly of For further information contact: Queensland can be accessed from Ph: (07) 3008 6100 the Queensland Parliament’s tabled E: [email protected] papers website database: http://www.parliament.qld.gov.au/ Annual Report online at: work-of-assembly/tabled-papers http://www.stadiums.qld.gov.au/ About-Us.aspx For requests regarding Information Licensing please contact Stadiums ISSN 2203-8620 (Online) Queensland. Annual Report 2014/15 1 At a Glance • • • • • • In 2014/15, Stadiums Queensland: on 21 December 2001. Sports FacilitiesAct2001and commenced operations Stadiums Queensland is constituted under theMajor andsporting entertainment events. sports and recreation activities, and thestaging of elite and promoting theuse of major facilities for community Stadiums Queensland is charged with managing, operating At aGlance event promoters and patrons. usage and ensure accessibility for awider range of events across the venue to portfolio increase venue Renewed focus ontheattraction of community type venues through thecourse of the year. Hosted more than 3.9million patrons across thenine Excellence.Sporting Athletics Centre, furtheringtheprecinct as aCentre of Centre to belocated at theQueensland andSport Commenced planning for the$30million State Championships. Complex. The venue also hosted the2015BMX National Queensland State Velodromethe Sleeman at Sports Commenced construction onthenew$58million following delivery of theGames. securing high value legacy outcomes for thecommunity Commonwealth Games infrastructure with a view to commence thedelivery of significant Gold Coast 2018 Worked with key government stakeholders to Commonwealth Games. to assist with thedelivery of theGold Coast 2018 Remained highly engaged intheplanning process • • • • • • In respect of Stadiums Queensland venues: Grand Final, bothwon by theQueensland Firebirds. hosting theANZ Championship Netball Semi Final and Canada Ice Hockey International and anetball court for the venue transformed into anice rink for theUSA v Gaga. The flexibility of thearena was demonstrated with Rolling Stones, Rod RobbieStewart, Williams and Lady major domestic and international acts including the The Brisbane Entertainment Centre continued to attract after the record attendance in2014. highest attendance for the2015Brisbane International The Queensland Tennis Centre attracted thesecond PayWave and credit card facilities. Metricon Stadium expanded theuse of PayPass/ and India. stakeholders to reschedule the Test match between worked closely with Australia and otherkey its four Gabba BigBash League matches. The venue The attracted more than 100,000 to a number of community events. the Brisbane Roar, two FFA Cup clashes, Nitro Circus and well as three Asian Champions League fixtures featuring fixtures from anchor tenants theGold Coast Titans as record since the venue opened in2008. This included Cbus Super Stadium hosted atotal of 27 events –a , and Brisbane Roar. Cup games, as well as fixtures from anchor tenants the Direction and Foo Fighters concerts, seven 2015Asian new content such as theLiverpool v Roar match, One a record since the2003 redevelopment. This included Suncorp Stadium hosted atotal of 50major events – Overall patronage Our priorities 2014/15 2013/14 330,458 502,523 • Operate and maintain the State’s major sporting venues to a standard that meets the requirements Suncorp Stadium 1,197,525 1,151,091 of the governing bodies of elite sport, both national and international. Cbus Super Stadium 256,071 192,918 • Provide safe venues and a quality experience for Brisbane Entertainment Centre 660,345 865,051 patrons who attend, or who participate in sporting and entertainment events hosted at Stadiums Queensland Sport and Athletics 222,725 231,784 Queensland facilities. Centre Sleeman Sports Complex 659,542 850,593 • Provide the community, schools and other institutions with access to a range of quality 1300SMILES Stadium 223,479 210,508 sports, entertainment and leisure facilities to foster participation in sport, recreation and the Queensland Tennis Centre 209,134 214,549 performing arts.

Metricon Stadium 168,692 242,631 • Work with industry partners in support of At a Glance Queensland’s tourism industry by attracting Total 3,927,971 4,461,648 international, interstate and intrastate patrons to major sporting and entertainment events at 2 Stadiums Queensland venues. • Create jobs through construction projects (which contribute to the State’s sporting infrastructure) and the hosting of major events. • Improve operational efficiencies and reduce event costs. • Continue to introduce environmentally

sustainable technologies and practices into the ReportAnnual 2014/15 venues such as recycling, water harvesting, public transport, online ticketing and solar power. • Develop innovative partnerships with educational institutions and relevant sports industry bodies, both locally and internationally, to foster training and development opportunities for elite athletes and research. Annual Report 2014/15 3 Corporate Overview Corporate Overview Integrity, Respect, Our mission Trust, Service. great venues. better venue experiences good times. Our vision Our Our core Teamwork, values Building

Statements based upon thethree critical elements that give life to theorganisation: As partof its performing function, Stadiums Queensland has developed Key Outcome Key outcome statements Places Process People Our operating principles 8 6 2 9 4 3 7 5 1 • • • Our venues: • • • • major events for thebenefit of Queensland Are developed and maintained to attract entertainment inasafe environment Provide aplace for the viewing of sport and tomorrow Provide for thechampions of today and anticipates customer needs improvement, fosters innovation and Stadiums Queensland embraces continuous As aleader in venue management, commercial responsibilities balancing its environmental, social and outcomes and its corporate objectives by Queensland achieves theGovernment’s Through sound business practices Stadiums highly motivated and display our core values Our people are professional, well trained, excellence, and celebrates success work that nurtures, develops and inspires Stadiums Queensland is agreat place to Striving for excellence Developing theorganisation to support business directions Acting inacommercially responsible manner Building and enhancing thereputation of each of our venues Attracting and retaining quality events andactivities Ensuring maximum operational effectiveness at each venue Adding value for venue members, hirers, tenants and patrons Good corporate governance and sound business practice who exhibit Our Core Values Attracting and retaining quality, dedicated personnel • • Goal • Improving • Goal • • Goal functionality facilities and Improving venue utilisation Increasing venue effectiveness operational experiences Enhancing venue workforce capability of our Improving the and experienced staff Retention of skilled Contribution to the State Government’s objectives State Government Stadiums Queensland objective approach • Create jobs and a • Create jobs through major construction projects which diverse economy contribute to the State’s sporting infrastructure • Create events-based employment across a range of sectors through the delivery of regular events • Provide first class facilities capable of hosting major national and international events

• Collaboration • Working with key industry partners to attract major events to Queensland which benefit tourism operators and other business sectors • Work with industry partners to plan, attract and deliver elite sporting events such as the Gold Coast and other major sporting and entertainment events. • Work with key partners and industry stakeholders to reduce event costs

• Build safe, caring • Ensure all Stadiums Queensland venues are well and connected managed, accessible and available to be enjoyed by all communities/ Queenslanders as patrons or spectators

encourage • Continue to develop the nine venues to ensure they are Overview Corporate Queenslanders suitable for hosting local, national and international to be physically events active • Provide facilities which help increase participation of 4 Queenslanders in sport and recreation activities • Maintain and upgrade key sports infrastructure and venues as funding permits

• Deliver quality • Remain a capable, streamlined customer-focused front-line services organisation • Provide access to community facilities for recreational and sporting pursuits Annual ReportAnnual 2014/15

• Integrity and • Maintain systems to efficiently and effectively manage Accountability public resources • Continuously identify and implement efficiencies and savings across the organisation • Continue to develop commercial partnership opportunities with the private sector

• Protecting the • Recycling programs are in place across the venues Environment • Rain water harvesting for field irrigation and other purposes at a range of venues • Investige the use of LED lighting where possible to reduce energy consumption • Reduce the impact on communities adjacent to major venues through the use of public transport initiatives Chairman’s Report

I am pleased to present the 2014/15 Annual Report for As I mentioned earlier, this is my final Annual Report as Stadiums Queensland (SQ), my final since being appointed I will not be renewing at the conclusion of my term on Chair in December 2009. Over this period, SQ has 30 June 2015. I congratulate the incoming Chair, Sophie continued to operate as a streamlined and cost efficient Devitt, on her appointment. Having served with Sophie organisation where its nine venues deliver international since 2009, I know SQ will continue to progress and grow and national sporting events and concerts, and facilities as an organisation well into the future. I wish the incoming for community and school sport as well as elite training. Board every success as it continues the task of delivering Its robust governance framework and diligent approach to key sporting infrastructure on behalf of the Queensland risk management has been recognised with SQ being the Government. I would also like to acknowledge my fellow recipient of the RM Advancer National Award for Excellence Directors and thank them for their contribution and support in Property Risk Management. during my time as Chair.

During my five and a half years as Chairman, the Board Finally, I express my appreciation to the Chief Executive, has overseen the development and delivery of new Executive Management Team , staff and all those partners venues and major infrastructure projects that have SQ works with to deliver great venues and good times for ensured Queensland continues to attract the biggest the millions of patrons who visit and use the suite of SQ and best sporting and entertainment events. Some of facilities. It has been a wonderful experience to be part of those projects include the delivery of the $144.2 million this industry and I wish all involved every success for the

Chairman’s Report Chairman’s 27,400 capacity Metricon Stadium, on time and within future. budget, the construction of a second Olympic sized pool 5 and the building of the national standard BMX circuit at the Sleeman Sports Complex. In the digital space, SQ expanded its presence in social media. The Megafan app, launched in 2011, has continued to personalise the venues to the millions of Queenslanders who visit them each year.

Mike Pelly On 28 June 2015, the Queensland Government announced Chairman the development of a $30m State Netball Centre to be located at the Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC). This represents the largest onsite investment Annual ReportAnnual 2014/15 at that venue since its development prior to the 1982 Brisbane Commonwealth Games and will see the wider precinct utilised by a whole new generation of athletes. Netball is one of Queensland’s most popular female sports with news of the facility warmly welcomed by the Queensland netball community. This development continues the strategic focus of QSAC as a ‘Centre of Sporting Excellence.’ Thousands of young netballers from clubs, schools and junior development programs, as well as seniors and representative players stand to benefit from the new facility. It will provide a training base for the and for the next generation of elite netballers. With planning currently underway, it is expected that construction will commence in 2016. Chief Executive’s Report

Events held at any of Stadiums Queensland’s nine 2014. Once completed, the velodrome, together with the venues do not happen without a great deal of careful adjacent BMX Supercross track, will form a precinct of first planning. There is a diverse array of activities that must be class facilities for national and international track and BMX synchronised, such as ticketing, transport management, competition, elite training and club events. security and ushering, the ordering, preparation and delivery of food and beverage (whether for corporate functions or those accessing outlets around the venue), It is important to recognise the valuable role played by the presentation of the field of play or the construction of Board of Directors in the governance of SQ. This year will staging for a concert. Much of this activity occurs behind see a number of Directors retire from the Board. I therefore the scenes. It involves a large number of people, each wish to take this opportunity to express appreciation proficient in their own specialist area, whose sole aim is and thanks for the contribution over many years of the to deliver a quality experience for those hiring the venue, outgoing Chairman, Mike Pelly along with Directors and patrons who attend the event. SQ appreciates this Melanie Woosnam, Peter Cummiskey, David Hanna and commitment, and acknowledges the contribution of all Maurice Holland which has left SQ well positioned for the those who partner with us. future. I look forward to working with the new Board and its Chair, Sophie Devitt, as SQ continues to deliver sports infrastructure for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Conscious of the need to keep costs for hirers and patrons Games and premium events for the people of Queensland. at SQ venues as low as possible, SQ manages the planning for events to achieve the most efficient configuration of Report Executive’s Chief the venue and avoid unnecessary expense. Together with SQ expresses its thanks to the Minister for Sport and its hirers and service providers, SQ continually reviews Racing, the Hon Bill Byrne MP, for his support and 6 its operations to achieve the lowest cost per patron ratio assistance and that of the Queensland Government with possible, commensurate with the expected crowd and the the investment it has committed to the development of a event program. State Netball Centre at QSAC. The assistance and support of the former Minister Hon Steve Dickson MP, is also acknowledged with appreciation. The revenue SQ receives is primarily invested back into the venues to assist with their upkeep and improve facilities. SQ is expending around $4 million on retrofitting its Finally, to the staff of SQ, the ongoing dedication and venues with fibre optic cabling. This provides the backbone professionalism of everyone involved in this organisation for stadium network services to meet media requirements is reflected in our success over the past year. I express my Annual ReportAnnual 2014/15 and enables the deployment of technology and building thanks to all who contribute on a daily basis to the team “intelligence” software to improve customer experience. effort that goes into our continual quest to deliver better Once this fibre backbone is complete, hirers will be able venue experiences for our hirers and those who visit our to install infrastructure to provide enhanced wifi and other venues. Your energy and commitment is appreciated. services to their customers.

In the coming year, there will be a particular focus on preparing venues required for the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games. SQ is currently engaged in planning for the construction work required to convert Metricon Stadium from an AFL venue to the centrepiece arena that will host the track and field competition, as well as the opening and closing ceremonies. This substantial Kevin Yearbury transformation has to occur between the conclusion of the Chief Executive 2017 AFL season, and April 2018. Work associated with delivering facilities for the Commonwealth Games is being undertaken in conjunction with key organisations including the Queensland Government’s Major Projects Office, Office of Commonwealth Games Delivery and GOLDOC amongst others. Construction of the Queensland State Velodrome at the Sleeman Sports Complex commenced in November The Board

The Board is responsible for the overall corporate Victoria Carthew governance of Stadiums Queensland. It sets the strategic Victoria Carthew is a highly respected sports journalist, direction of the business within the parameters set down presenter, broadcaster, producer and Master of by the Major Sports Facilities Act (2001) and determines Ceremonies with two decades of media experience. the policies and practices that govern the day-to-day Currently a presenter on Channel 7 lifestyle program operations of Stadiums Queensland. Queensland Weekender, Victoria is also a regular contributor on Radio 4BC and 612ABC, as well as a host Directors of Broncos TV and a corporate and Sports Emcee. As a leading Australian female sports broadcaster, Victoria Mike Pelly has covered the Sydney 2000 and Athens 2004 Olympic (Chair) Games, the 2002 Manchester Commonwealth Games, the Mike Pelly has a successful business career spanning more 2003 Rugby World Cup and has spent a decade covering than 40 years. He was the Chairman and an Independent AFL for Channel 7. Victoria is currently an Advisory Council Director of Brisbane Airtrain for ten years until 30 June Member to the Queensland Sports Wheelies and Disabled 2013. Mike was Deputy Chairman of Queensland Events Association, assists several charities and has three primary for more than a decade and a member of the Princess school aged children. Victoria is Chair of the Marketing Alexandra Hospital Foundation. Mike has wide ranging Committee and sits on the Venues Committee. experience across the media and events industries and has worked for big brand companies such as Unilever Maurice Holland Australia, Carlton and United Breweries as Vice President Maurice Holland has a wealth of experience in hospitality Northern States, and was Chief Executive Officer of and hotel management. Maurice opened and was General Elders Wines and Spirits for five years. He was one of two Manager of the Hyatt Coolum, from 1988 – 1998 and again independent directors on RG Capital radio from 2000 - from 2004 - 2012. He also set up and operated the Olympic 2004 and Chief Operating Officer, Global Retail Trade for Village for the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games. He has held Mildara Blass wines from 1998 - 2000. At various times senior hotel management positions in the UK, Canada, from 1990 to 2010, Mike was a Director of the Brisbane Indonesia, and Malaysia. He is married with three children

The Board Lions (1999-2000); Gold Coast Indy; Albion Park Trust; and enjoys , reading, and travel. Maurice sits on the Queensland Harness Racing Board and the Queensland Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee. 7 Office of Economic Development. In addition to his role as Chairman, Mike attends Stadiums Queensland Board Melanie Woosnam Committee meetings in an ex-officio capacity. Melanie is a former Hockeyroo and Australian Institute of Sport scholarship holder. She has over 15 years’ experience Sophie Devitt in the sports industry as a CEO of several state sporting Sophie Devitt is a Partner at law firm DLA Piper. She organisations including Queensland , NSW has been an integral part of growing the Litigation and Futsal and Hockey NSW where she was involved in the Regulatory team over the past decade. Sophie specialises preparation of the hockey stadium for the Sydney 2000 in professional indemnity litigation, risk management Olympic Games. Melanie is currently Managing Director of and assessment and regulatory advice, advising national her own sporting consultancy – Active8 Sports Solutions and is a Director on other non-profit Boards including

Annual ReportAnnual 2014/15 and global clients in the property, financial services and insurance sectors. Throughout her legal career, Sophie Hockey Australia, the Redlands Hockey Association and has led a number of ‘pro bono’ projects providing legal the Redlands Sports Hall of Fame. Over the past several assistance through programs such as the Pacific Islands years Melanie has developed a strong and varied client Nations Developments Project - Samoa Chapter and base including community, state and national sporting the Self Representative Legal Clinic. Sophie has a keen organisations as well as local and state Government and interest in tennis, all codes of football and cricket. Sophie peak industry bodies such as QSport. Melanie sits on the Chairs both the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee Marketing and Audit, Risk and Compliance Committees. and the Stadiums Committee, and sits on the Marketing Committee. Peter Cummiskey Peter Cummiskey is the Chief Executive of the Sports David Hanna* Federation of Queensland (QSport), the industry peak David Hanna is currently the CFMEU Construction and body for , and has held that position General President. This follows over 20 years of experience for the past 16 years. His background includes 21 years in the building industry. As well as occupying a number working for the Federal Government and nine years as of key construction roles throughout his career, David has Chief Executive of the West Australian and Queensland amassed a strong repertoire of qualifications specialising Australian Football Leagues. In those football roles, he in occupational health and safety and industrial relations. was involved in facilitating the use of the WACA in Perth David is a Director on the Building Unions Superannuation and The Gabba in Brisbane for AFL. Peter was awarded an Scheme (BUSSQ), Building Employees Redundancy Australian Centenary Medal for service to sport in 2001 and Trust (BERT), Building Welfare Trust (BEWT), Queensland is currently the Secretary and Director of Community Sport Construction Training Fund (QCTF Pty Ltd) and Chairman Australia Ltd. Peter is Chair of the Venues Committee and Director of Construction Income Protection (CIP) Boards. He sits on the Stadiums Committee. is married with three children. David sits on the Stadiums and Venues Committees. Attendances at meetings The following Directors were appointed to the Board of Stadiums Queensland from July 2015. Appointees are as In the financial year 2014/15, the Stadiums Queensland follows Ms Sophie Devitt (Chair), Ms Victoria Carthew, Board met on 13 occasions with attendance by Members Ms Samantha Carroll, Mr Michael Cottier, Ms Sandra Deane as follows: and Mr Chris Johnson. Mike Pelly (Chair) 13 Sophie Devitt 13 David Hanna* 2 Victoria Carthew 13 Maurice Holland 11 Melanie Woosnam 12 Peter Cummiskey 11

*Mr D Hanna served on the Board until 31 December 2014

Organisational structure The Board

Minister for Sport 8

Board of Directors

Kevin Yearbury Chief Executive

Jennifer Whittaker ReportAnnual 2014/15 Executive Officer

David Spencer Todd Harris General Manager Jane Stelfox General Manager General Manager Business Development General Manager Asset Management Operations and Marketing Corporate Services and Development

Patrick Oxley Mark Christie Glenn Arboit Business Asset Blair Conaghan Corporate Manager Manager Manager Development Management Manager Services Queensland Sport Sleeman Sports 1300SMILES and Marketing Team The Gabba Team and Athletics Centre Complex Stadium Team

Trish McNamara Cameron Pearson Alan Graham Julie Curren General Manager CEO General Manager Manager Brisbane Queensland Suncorp Stadium Cbus Super Stadium Entertainment Tennis Centre (AEG Ogden) Centre (AEG Ogden) (Tennis Queensland)

David Bennett Manager Metricon Stadium (GC SUNS) 9 Annual Report 2014/15 Corporate Governance • • • • position Stadiums Queensland as: Our corporate governance arrangements are structured to Communications TechnologyCommittee. Steering The Executive also performs therole of theInformation and manage capital works programs and construction projects. organisation and establishes themechanisms required to obligations. It monitors theperformance of the of theorganisation and to enable it to meet its statutory processes and procedures for theeffective management consistent approach to business operations. It reviews Managers. The Executive meets fortnightly to ensure a Executive and comprises General Managers and Venue The Executive Committee is chaired by the Chief Executive Committee Stadiums Queensland): Internal committees (committees convened by it infulfilling its governance responsibilities. The Board has established aseries of Committees to assist Committees day-to-day operations. and determines thepolicies and practices that govern its down by legislation applicable to Stadiums Queensland organisation’s strategic direction within theparameters set governance of Stadiums Queensland. It sets the The Board is responsible for theoverall corporate The Board has not established any related entities. during the2014/15 Financial Year. Stadiums Queensland Authority. There were nochanges to its statutory functions Stadiums Queensland continued to operate as a Statutory ofgovernmentMachinery Corporate Governance manages risk. manages A flexible, reputable organisation that effectively the community and elite levels; and infrastructure to enhance participation insport at both to achieve theGovernment’s policy of developing tourism industry, public sector agencies and business bodies, recreationalsporting interest groups, the An organisation that works inpartnership with performance; high standards of accountability, transparency and An ethical and productive organisation that achieves of our facilities; venue experiences to thepublic, tenants and thehirers An efficient and effective organisation delivering quality Queensland. opinion onthe2014/15 Financial Statements of Stadiums The Auditor General has provided anunqualified audit business. Trade’s Audit Committee Guidelines intheconduct of its to theterms of its charter and Queensland Treasury and RiskThe Audit, and Compliance Committee has dueregard Plan. monitored theimplementation of theAnnual Internal Audit Office. TheAudit, Risk and Compliance Committee has also Queensland Management and theQueensland Audit undertaken thefunction independent of Stadiums Compliance Committee. PricewaterhouseCoopers has Internal Audit Charter, to Risk theAudit, reporting and function inaccordance with Stadiums Queensland’s PricewaterhouseCoopers to undertake its internal audit Stadiums Queensland has appointed promote efficient and effective work practices. by management) to protect theorganisation’s assets and provides advice onthecontrol mechanisms (implemented and procedures for effectively managing business risk and The Committee focuses ondeveloping theframeworks of Risk theAudit, and Compliance Committee. of theQueensland Audit Office (QAO) also attend meetings responsible for theadministration of thebusiness. Officers governance within Stadiums Queensland and themanagers responsible for oversight and monitoring corporate separation between theCommittee as thebody attend meetings as observers. This ensures appropriate Manager Corporate Services and theFinancial Controller The Chief Executive of Stadiums Queensland, General related matters. Standard (2009), whoprovides advice onaudit and audit (2009) and theFinancial and Performance Management for under theobligations of theFinancial Accountability Act by Stadiums Queensland’s Internal Auditor, as provided Board as anex officio member. The Committee is supported three Board Members, alongwith theChairman of the RiskThe Audit, and Compliance Committee comprises RiskAudit, andCompliance Committee maintenance and capital works.` of SQ facilities, and theprioritising and monitoring of agreements, commercial arrangements, themarketing the operations at therespective venues including tenancy considered at these committee meetings relate mostly to committee meetings as agenda items dictate. Issues and nominated Senior Management personnel attend sit oneach of these Committees. The Chief Executive and operational matters. Anumber of Board Members Venues and Marketing) to consider and oversee venue The Board has established three Committees (Stadiums, Operational Committees Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) and risk management services to venue operations. Stadiums Queensland’s Workplace Health and Safety Operations – ensure effective operation of venues and Framework (WHS Framework) is vital to the ongoing provision of a safe environment for patrons. success and focus on safety within SQ’s major sporting Asset Management and Development – maintain venues and entertainment venues to ensure employees, patrons, to be fit for purpose, implement annual capital works and contractors and other stakeholders are provided with maintenance programs. a safe environment. The identification and proper management of risk is embedded in SQ’s business Marketing and Business Development – maintain processes and operating procedures. SQ has a holistic communication channels with stakeholders, maximise approach to risk management through employee training venue utilisation, maximise commercial branding and awareness programs, expert contractor management opportunities. and a focus on continuous improvement. SQ’s WHS Framework was designed with a particular focus Risk management on meeting its obligations under the Queensland Work The identification and proper management of risk is Health and Safety Act 2011 and Work Health and Safety embedded in Stadiums Queensland’s business processes Regulation 2011. Australian Standards, Codes of Practice and operating procedures. and industry best practice have also been utilised in the formation of the WHS Framework. Stadiums Queensland has several Committees that

address risk management issues: Governance Corporate SQ’s Board and executive management continue to monitor the system on an ongoing basis through the Executive • Stadiums Queensland’s Executive Committee provides Committee and the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee. a coordinated approach to the management of risks at 10 the operational level; and External committees • The Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee focuses on Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games key strategic risk issues facing Stadiums Queensland and ensures mechanisms are in place to effectively Stadiums Queensland representatives participate in a protect assets and the safe operation of the business. number of Gold Coast 2018 forums across key business areas. These include the Commonwealth Games Venues Executive Steering Committee, the Venues Communications Enterprise bargaining Working Group and the Whole of Government Stadiums Queensland utilises the following industrial Complementary Events group. instruments to cater for its broad range of staff: ReportAnnual 2014/15 Stadium Management Advisory Committee • Stadiums Queensland Staff Certified Agreement 2012; A Stadium Management Advisory Committee (SMAC) • Event Day Staff Certified Agreement 2005; meets as a condition of the Suncorp Stadium Development Approval. Suncorp Stadium convenes SMAC on behalf • Order - Apprentices’ and Trainees’ Wages and of Stadiums Queensland. This Committee comprises Conditions (Excluding Certain Queensland Government representatives from emergency service agencies, Entities) 2003; and transport providers, Brisbane City Council and community • Common Law Contracts. organisations. These meetings enable Stadium Management to receive a range of views regarding the operation of the stadium. Two SMAC meetings were held Workforce planning, attraction during the financial year. There is no remuneration paid to members of the SMAC. and retention The quality of recruitment and selection activities is vital to ensuring Stadiums Queensland is able to attract and retain Organisational structure people with the skills, knowledge and ability to deliver There are four General Managers reporting to the Chief services to the public of Queensland as well as interstate Executive, covering the following functions – Corporate and international visitors who attend events at Stadiums Services, Operations, Asset Management and Development Queensland’s venues. and Marketing and Business Development. The key service Stadiums Queensland’s business requires specialist standards include: skills across event management, operations and facility Corporate Services – ensure the requirements of management to ensure the nine venues are run in an Stadiums Queensland’s corporate governance framework efficient and cost effective manner and safe for the millions are complied with, provision of finance, information of patrons who attend events each year. technology, human resources, information management 11 Annual Report 2014/15 Corporate Governance employee inductionand staff training. across thebusiness. This is acknowledged during recognises and supports flexible working arrangements reasonable work/life balance. Stadiums Queensland requires flexible arrangements for staff to achieve a The nature of Stadiums Queensland’s core business Association to develop key staff. Venue Management School and the Venue Management Queensland uses educational programs such as thePublic as meetinghirer and stakeholder expectations. Stadiums deliver thebest experience possible for patrons as well through continuous improvement to our trade craft to we retain our people and theintellectual property created Given thespecialist nature of theindustry it is important the position and theneeds of theorganisation. skills, attributes and values against therequirements of to enable anassessment to bemade of anapplicant’s principles of equity merit, and fairness. They are designed Recruitment and selectionprocesses are based onthe to theethics principles outlined inthe Code of Conduct, Queensland Strategic Plan has beendeveloped with regard staff and during the inductionof new staff. The Stadiums to all employees. Training is provided regularly for existing Stadiums Queensland has aCode of Conduct applicable under thePublic Interest Disclosure Act 2010. financial year, Stadiums Queensland had nodisclosures executive Government and Parliament. During the2014/15 met its statutory and regulatory obligations reporting to During the2014/15financial year, Stadiums Queensland Ethical procedures, values andpractices gain work experience inthegrounds area. recognised educational and training establishments to Stadiums Queensland supported individuals from itself but across thelabour market generally. In2014/15 only to develop theskill base within Stadiums Queensland employing trainees and apprentices within its venues not Stadiums Queensland recognises thebenefits of Work experience andtrainee program with Stadiums Queensland’s policies and values. policies and are expected to reflect behaviours consistent All employees are responsible for implementing EEO employees are optimally utilised. non-discriminatory and thetalents and resources of all As such, it seeks to ensure employment practices are Stadiums Queensland is anequal opportunity employer. Equal employment opportunity (EEO) statement Permanent% Separation FullEquivalent Time 2014/15 119.7 13% 2013/14 121.7 14% • • • • • • • undertaken: In 2014/15,thefollowing initiatives and activities were Information Standard40—Recordkeeping. Information Act2009,Privacyand compliance with thePublicRecordsAct2002,Rightto to support decision-making, accountability and ensuring through theprovision of policies, procedures and systems Stadiums Queensland provides quality recordkeeping Information systems andrecordkeeping human resources policies alignwith its Code of Conduct integrity and accountability. Stadiums Queensland’s and includes objectives and strategies for ensuring State Archivist. uses disposal schedules approved by theQueensland Administrative Delegations. Stadiums Queensland only Archiving and Disposal Policy, and associated Records are disposed of inaccordance with the year. State Archives and implemented during the2014/2015 disposal schedule has beenapproved by Queensland Stadiums Queensland’s agency specific retention and have beennobreaches of information security. Information security is constantly monitored and there HP TRIM. Hardcopy records are also digitised and managed within capture and manage electronic records such as email. Stadiums Queensland utilises HP EDRMSTRIM to and Disposal of Public Records. Recordkeeping, and Information Standard 31:Retention the Public Records Act 2002, Information Standard 40: managed inamanner that meets therequirements of necessitate that all records regardless of format are The Records Management Policy and Procedure responsibilities of all staff. Administrative Delegations set out therecordkeeping and Procedure, Archiving and Disposal Policy, and Stadiums Queensland’s Records Management Policy available to all staff via theintranet. records management policies and procedures are training for newemployees. Stadiums Queensland’s Recordkeeping awareness is included intheinduction VENUE REPORTS Venue Reports Venue

12 Annual ReportAnnual 2014/15 Suncorp Stadium is one of Australia’s best rectangular sports and entertainment venues. The 52,500 seat venue offers a showcase for , , Football and outdoor concerts. The design brings spectators close to the playing field, producing an atmosphere commensurate with the stadium’s reputation as ‘the Cauldron’.

Year in review • What’s Your Team (Stadium merchandise agent) • A total of 50 major events – a record number since the • Former Origin Greats (FOGS) 2003 redevelopment - attracting 1,177,448 patrons. • Police-Citizens Youth Club • Total patronage for the year was 1,197,525 inclusive of major events, community events, concerts, functions Future direction and tours. • Maintain the Stadium’s reputation as one of Australia’s • The negotiation of a long term extension of the Brisbane premier Rugby League, Rugby Union and Football Broncos hiring agreement from 2015 onwards. venues. • Secured new content including the Four Nations • Deliver economic benefit to the state of doubleheader, the Rugby League ANZAC through the attraction of major events to the venue. Test, a blockbuster match involving Liverpool FC and • To deliver two concerts in late 2015 and become first the procurement of four concerts featuring major choice in Queensland for major concert promoters going international artists. forward. • The venue hosted six pool games and a quarter final • Corporate suite upgrades on Level 5 West; upgrading Venue reports Venue of the 2015 Asian Cup and two major concerts – One both the Fanatics Bar and front of house (seating bowl) Direction and Foo Fighters. audio system; and a full turf replacement following the 13 • Following a wide-ranging public consultation the concerts in December 2015. Queensland Government announced its intention to increase the number of concerts allowed at the venue Upcoming events from four to six per annum. • Brisbane Broncos NRL fixtures • Completed capital projects including the refurbishment • Queensland Reds rugby fixtures of the Western Stand’s function and corporate facilities and audio upgrades in the Stadium Members Dining • Brisbane Roar A-League fixtures Room. • State of Origin game 3 • In conjunction with Spotless Services, the opening • Liverpool v Brisbane Roar Annual ReportAnnual 2014/15 of a gluten-free retail outlet which received positive feedback from patrons. • Wallabies v Springboks Rugby Test Venue hirers • Ed Sheeran concert • Taylor Swift concert • Brisbane Broncos • Indigenous All Stars • Queensland Rugby Union (Reds) • Brisbane Roar • Queensland Rugby League • • Australian Rugby League Commission • Football Federation Australia • Australian Rugby Union • Concert promoters Venue tenants • AEG Ogden (Venue Operator) • Spotless Services Ltd • Queensland Rugby League • • • • Venue tenants • • • • • Venue hirers • • • • • • • • Year inreview Merchandise Shop Queensland MedicineSports Centre Football departments Brisbane Lions Administration and Queensland Cricketers Club Stadium Stomp Muscle Upfor MND(Motor Neurone Disease) Cricket Australia Queensland Cricket Brisbane Lions corporate ticketing initiatives. Worked with theBrisbane Lions to develop new retention rate. and reciprocal rights which helpto maintain astrong day initiatives, Members only packaged sportstours Delivered newMembership benefits including match initiative. participated intheBrisbane City Council’s ‘OpenHouse’ East Brisbane Primary School sportsday. The venue Cup Final, the Schools of Excellence STAR Cup and the MND, junior AFL events including theBrisbane Lions participation including Stadium Stomp, Muscle Upfor Hosted community events which encourage active to its four BigBash League Gabba fixtures. The Brisbane Heat attracted more than 100,000 patrons Australia and India. stakeholders to reschedule theGabba Test between Worked with CAand otherkey contractors and Australia (CA). Finalised alongterm hiringagreement with Cricket major events, community events, functions and tours. Total patronage for the year was 330,458 inclusive of community events. the three 2015Cricket World Cup fixtures and a range of AFL, Brisbane Heat BBL, Test Cricket, Sheffield Shield, The Gabba held 38event days across Brisbane Lions throughoutthe year. has arange of function and meetingspaces that are used extensively wickets and offers great viewing for AFL premiership matches. The venue capacity, The Gabba is regarded as having oneof theworld’s best cricket the Brisbane Lions,Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat. With a42,000 The Gabba has hosted major fixtures sporting since 1895 and is home to • • • • • Future direction • • • • • • • • • Upcoming events provide unique experiences for Gabba Members. Further develop The Gabba Members program to community. additional activities to enhance connectivity with the promotion of the venue’s function spaces and source Increase non-event day usage through theongoing stadium lightingsystem to improve functionality. venue security system, outside broadcast area and Implement capital works including upgrades to the occurring throughout thelocal area. integrate The Gabba with thesignificant development Commence a venue master planning exercise to better experience for fans inasafe and secure environment. Continue to work with hirers to deliver anenjoyable Womens National Cricket League Brisbane Lions AFL fixtures Muscle Upfor MND Stadium Stomp QueenslandBulls Sheffield Shieldmatches Brisbane Heat Womens BBL matches Brisbane Heat BBL matches Australia v India OneDay International Australia v New Zealand International Test Match 14 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports 15 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports • • Venue tenants • • Venue hirers • • • • • • • Year inreview GC SUNS–Merchandise Shop O’Brien Catering Group Football Club Australian Football League enhance thecustomer experience. to include key service partners and stakeholders to Extended theDisney customer experience training service. facilities to all point of sale units for improved customer Expanded theuse of PayPass/PayWave and credit card signage to theEastern field of play perimeter. the Members’ Light Tower Bar and integration of LED Completed capital projects including anupgrade to Club sign-on and GC SUNS opentraining session). include theAFL Gold Coast Juniors OpenDay (Junior Expanded theannual community events calendar to functions and tours. major events, pre-season fixtures, community events, Total patronage for the year was 168,692 inclusive of three day event. Expo attracting inexcess of 15,000patrons across the Hosted theinaugural Gold Coast Caravan and Camping than 140,000 patrons. Hosted 11Gold Coast SUNS AFL fixtures attracting more Gold CoastGold SUNS. competitions. Metricon Stadium is leased by theAFL and operated by the Games, hosting theopeningand closing ceremonies and track and field Stadium is thecentre piece venue of theGold Coast 2018Commonwealth needed to host entertainment othersporting, and cultural events. Metricon SUNS AFL team. The venue has beendeveloped to thespecifications seat oval stadium located ontheGold Coast is hometo the Gold Coast Metricon Stadium is Queensland’s newest major sports facility. The 25,000 • • • • • Future direction • • • • • • • • Upcoming events stadium hirers and guests. management of venue costs for thebenefit of all Continue our ongoing commitment to effective Metricon Stadium. government bodies to attract additional events to Work with event promoters, local council, tourism and Coast’s premier major sporting venues. Maintain the Stadium’s reputation as oneof theGold following delivery of theGames. securing high value legacy outcomes for theCommunity Gold Coast 2018Commonwealth Games with a view to Remain highly engaged intheplanning process for the access to all stadium users. Implement a WiFi solution to provide free wireless International Food Festival –community event Homeless Sleep Out –community event Homeless Connect –community event Robbie McEwen’s Grand Fondo Illumi Run ManchesterCityFC Training Sessions Toyota AFL Premiership season U16 AFL National Championships • • Quayclean Venue tenants • • • • • NRL • • • • • • • • Year inreview Venue hirers O’Brien Catering Group The Event Crew Nitro Circus Touring Australia PtyLtd United Arab Emirates Football Football Queensland Australian Rugby Union(ARU) CoastGold Titans function space. System and therefurbishing of theHinterland Room Eastern concourse, upgrading theBuilding Management venue facility standards including re-surfacing the Completed capital works projects to maintain high Stadium. bodies to attract additional major events to Cbus Super event promoters, local council, tourism and government Coast’s premier major sporting venues by working with Maintained the Stadium’s reputation as oneof theGold the Stars Robina Christmas Carols. local Palm Beach Sharks Football Club and theUnder Fun Run, Two rounds of the Westfield FFA Cup featuring Junior rugby League sign onday, theGold Coast Bulletin inaugural Base Camp charity event, theGold Coast Hosted a variety of community events including the functions and tours. of major events, training camps, community events, Total patronage for the year was 256,071 inclusive Champions League and aNitro Circus event. Island Nations tournament, three rounds of theAsian Series, theNRL Indigenous All Stars, theNRL Pacific Wallabies vs Argentina Test, theHSBC Sevens World The venue hosted 12Gold Coast Titans fixtures, theARU and otherstakeholders. ManagementSports Division of theCity of Gold Coast been achieved through working collaboratively with the the United Arab Emirates Asian Cup squad. This has the 2014/15 year as well as aweek-long booking for Cbus Super Stadium hosted arecord 27 events through regional stadia inAustralia. recognised by fans, players and administrators alike as oneof thebest Coast and is thehomeof theGold Coast Titans NRL team. The venue is Cbus Super Stadium is astate of 27,400 theart seat stadium ontheGold • • • • • Future direction • • • • • • Upcoming events Gold Coast 2018Commonwealth Games. Continued engagement intheplanning process for the content to the venue. promoters and community groups to attract additional Continue to work with theCity of Gold Coast, event throughout the venue for hirers. Continue to exercise tight management oncosts Titans Rugby League franchise. Finalise alongterm hire agreement with theGold Coast experience for fans inasafe and secure environment. Continue to work with hirers to deliver anenjoyable Carols Underthe Stars community event Westfield FFA Cup Palm Beach Sharks fixtures (closed practice match) Manchester City FC v Adelaide FC Manchester City FC v Melbourne City FC friendly Manchester City FC Training Camp NRL fixtures 16 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports 17 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports • • • • • • • • • Venue hirers • • • • • Year inreview

Global Creatures Creatures Global Feld Entertainment WigglesThe Touring Netball Queensland/ Nine Live Dainty Group Live Nation Chugg Entertainment Frontier TouringCompany Brisbane. community groups andorganisations sporting across The HallSports continues to beapopular facility for functions and sports hall usage. 660,345 inclusive of major concerts, community events, Total patronage across facilities for the year was ANZ Championship indramatic fashion. Grand Final which saw theQueensland Firebirds win the Hosted theANZ Championship Conference Final and Olivia Newton-John. performances by Kylie, The Voice, John Farnham and Australian events contributed to theoverall result with Walking with Dinosaurs. International Ice Hockey, Disney onIce, Disney Live and Other major events held included theUSA v Canada Williams and Lady Gaga performed to capacity houses. Stones, Rod Stewart, The Eagles, Nickelback, Robbie High profile international artists including the Rolling by AEG Ogden onbehalf of Stadiums Queensland. hosts asteady stream of top quality events each year. The BEC is operated for national and international touring acts. The 13,500 seat main arena The Brisbane Entertainment Centre (BEC) is oneof Australia’s top venues • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • HallSports Hirers • Venue tenants St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School () Basketball Queensland Netball Queensland Special Olympics (Basketball) St Rita’s College (Netball and Badminton) ChristianNorthside College (Basketball) Mt Maria College (Badminton) St John Fisher College (Netball and ) Mary Mackillop College (Volleyball and Badminton) Nudgee College (Basketball and Indoor Soccer) St Patricks College (Basketball and Volleyball) Redlands College (Basketball) BrisbaneNorth Netball Academy Rugby and Basketball) WheeliesSporting and Disabled Assoc. (Wheelchair Australian All Star Cheerleading (Basketball,Netball, Volleyball) SchoolMetropolitanNorth Sport World Cup Cheer and Dance (Cheerleading) Queensland Volleyball BoondallIndoor Soccer WizardsNorthside (Basketball) AEG Ogden (Venue Manager)

• • Future direction production requirements. and upgrade the’green room’ to meet backstage Arena, refurbish selected bar and catering concessions replacement of theretractable grandstand intheMain Capital works upgrades including finalising the community hub for sporting arange of sportsgroups. international content to the venue and operate as a Continue to attract awide array of domestic and • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • KISS • • • • Upcoming events PBR Last Cowboy Standing II Disney OnIce BlackEnd Sabbath: The Madonna: Rebel Heart Tour Mrs Brown’s Boys Kevin What Hart: Now Tour The Wiggles Sam Smith An Evening with Oprah Elton John Hugh Jackman Live Fleetwood Mac Neil Diamond Russell Brand Robbie Williams Jason Derulo Maroon 5 WWE Live 15 Professional Bull Riders 18 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports 19 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports • • • Nine-Live • Venue hirers • • • • • • • Year inreview Safe DriverSafe Training AdvancedDriver Training QueenslandNorth Cowboys QueenslandNorth Cowboys. Earn, Legend program delivered by the training and education initiatives through theLearn, Stadium function spaces were used for a variety of training. teaching defensive driving courses and motorbike on non-event days with five driver training providers Increased utilization of the venue car parking facilities consisting of over 250 vehicles. Hosted theCamp Quality Convoy fundraising event southern bar outlets. installed new viewing podiums and inthenorthern analogue scoreboard with anewLEDdisplay unit, including thereplacement Grandstand of theNorthern The venue completed anumber of capital works projects part of its OneNight Stand national tour. Secured aCold Chisel concert on7November 2015as major events, community events, functions and tours. Total patronage for the year was 223,479 inclusive of one NRL final between the Cowboys and theBroncos. Hosted Queensland 12North Cowboys NRL fixtures and entertainment facility. the region and is Queensland’s North premier regional and sporting team. The 26,500 capacity venue attracts a variety of major events to 1300SMILES Stadium is Queensland hometo theNorth Cowboys NRL • • • Ticketek • • • • • Future direction • • • • Upcoming events G&T Security SpotlessCatering Services QueenslandNorth Cowboys Pallarenda Bar facilities and corporate kitchen spaces. Grandstand including therefurbishment of the Undertake capital improvements within the Western throughout the venue for hirers. Continue to exercise tight management oncosts additional outdoor music events to . and continue to work with concert promoters to attract Deliver two successful outdoor concert experiences experience for fans inasafe and secure environment. Continue to work with our hirers to deliver anenjoyable Cold Chisel –OneNight Stand Concert Camp Quality Convoy NRL Finals QueenslandNorth Cowboys NRL fixtures Tennis Australia ( team and • Community Tennis Centre Operator MWS Sport • Venue tenants • Isagenix NewCreation Church • Brisbane State High(Graduation ceremony) • Brisbane Girls Grammar (Graduation ceremony) • Tennis Australia (Brisbane International) • Venue hirers Signifi cant capital works projects completed or • Hosted two large school graduation ceremonies in • Community /Operator / Tournaments usage of theQTC • Continued to operate as aday to day community tennis • Total venue patronage for the year was 209,134 • The2014Brisbane International was awarded the • Second highest attendance fi gures on record for the • Year inreview National Academy /Coach Development staff Restaurant for theBrisbane International. the Level 1Corporate DiningRoom to thePlayer’s commenced in2014/15including theconversion of approximately 8,000 people attending. the Pat Raft erArena during November 2014 with the Rod Laver Junior Championships). year (e.g.theAustralian Tennis League state fi nals and spectators at tennis tournaments and events during the from last year dueto improved numbers of entrants and attendances over thewhole year achieved anincrease period. facility outside of theBrisbane International event community use and functions. inclusive of theBrisbane International, elite training, Awards. Queensland EventSport of the Year at the2014QSport 2015 Brisbane International. Te Queensland nnis Centre performance academies program, and is hometo oneof Tennis Australia’s national high well as theQueensland Academy of eliteSport tennis player development and player facilities. The QTC is theheadquarters for Tennis Queensland as 5,500 spectators and includes 20corporate suites, several function spaces and public use. The centre court, Pat Raft erArena, features seating for In total, 23 International standard courts are available for bothtournament provide all three Grand Slam court surfaces of clay, grass, and hard-court. The Queensland Tennis Centre (QTC) is Australia’s only tennis facility to Work closely with theappointed Community Tennis • Continue to submit competitive proposals for arange • Focus onincreasing usage of thePat Raft erArena and • Deliver anothersuccessful Brisbane International • Future direction Tennis training (elite, development, grassroots, social) • Tennis Brisbane Super League Fixtures • 2016Brisbane International (January) • QTC Junior Tennis Challenge (Various dates) • Tennyson Junior Classic (September) • Upcoming events patrons of theQTC. wider community by off eringadditional services to Centre Operator to improve usage of thefacility by the Brisbane Marketing and general advertising. of potential events where opportunities arise through opportunities. events, conferences and otherroom or venue hire other spaces within theQTC for a variety of functions, in 2016. 20 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports 21 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports • • • • • • • Major Hirer(s) • • • • • • Venue tenants • • • • • • • • Year inreview Greater Public Schools Association of Queensland Fuji Xerox Document Management Solutions Griffith University Fitness &Dance Spectacular Queensland Athletics Athletics Australia Feld Entertainment Sandstorm (operator of theBeach Volleyball facility) Queensland SpecialOlympics Queensland Athletics Football Brisbane Football Queensland Queensland Academy of (QAS)Sport a variety of track and field sports. QueenslandAcademyof Training Sport Sessionsacross Hosted Brisbane Roar W-League homematches and 2015. Secured two AC/DC concert bookings for November booking for October 2015. with over 25,000 inattendance and secured areturn Hosted Monster Jam(Monster Truck event) and China ahead of theirfixtures at Suncorp Stadium. Hosted AFC Asian Cup training featuring Australia, Japan Xerox and the‘Baby and Kids Market’. various function rooms including GriffithUniversity, Fuji- Hosted over 110functions and 44,000guests inthe community use and functions. of major events, elite training and competitions, Total patronage for the year was 222,725 inclusive athletics carnivals. Clubs and hosted 78 Primary and Secondary school Masters Athletics Association and Queensland Athletics promoted by Queensland LittleAthletics, Queensland Remained the venue of choice for athletic meets construction and ongoing positions once operational. Excellence.’ The facility will create up to 90jobs during develop the venues reputation as a‘Centre of Sporting from theQueensland Government, which will further $30 million State Netball Centre, following approval Commenced planning onthedevelopment of anew school sports carnivals onanannual basis. meeting spaces. QSAC hosts numerous national and local athletics events and Facility, aneight court beach volleyball complex and anumber of function and venue contains a49,000 seat Main Stadium and a2,100seat State Athletics running tracks, ahydrotherapy recovery centre and indoortraining facilities. The development, recovery and research. The QAS has access to international standard the Queensland Academy of (QAS)Sport is ahub for elite athlete training, The Queensland andSport Athletics Centre (QSAC) inconjunction with • • • • • • Future direction • • • • • • Upcoming events throughout the venue for hirers. Continue to exercise tight management oncosts attract teams to the venue for pre-games elite training. Gold Coast 2018Commonwealth Games and work to Continued engagement intheplanning process for the events. venue including National and International athletics community groups to secure additional events for the Work with hirers, governing bodies, promoters and carnivals. Increase theutilisation of athletics tracks for school secure environment. experience for regular users and patrons inasafe and Continue to work with our hirers to deliver anenjoyable State Netball Centre. development and construction of anew$30million ‘Centre of Excellence’Sporting concept including the Continue opportunities to identify to build onthe AC/DC Concerts 2015 GPS Track &Field Championships Championships Queensland 19 Years and Under Track and Field Championships Queensland 12 Years and Under Track and Field Monster Jam Fitness &Dance • • • • Year inreview jobs during construction. Excellence’ concept. The facility will create up to 185 hub at the venue furtheringthe‘Centre of Sporting the BMX SuperX, thetwo facilities will create acycling Queensland State Velodrome. Located adjacent to commence construction onthenew$58million Worked with key stakeholders and contractors to community events. events,elite sporting elite training, community use and Total patronage for the year was 659,542 inclusive of improved grounds maintenance. on theoutdoor pool to improve energy efficiency and 25m pool change rooms, theinstallation of pool covers the refurbishment of the50mpool change rooms and Upgrades to theBrisbane Aquatic Centre including Bodybuilding Titles. Australia Aerobics Championships and INBA Australian Pacific Cup underwater rugby competition, Gymnastics Open Championships, Weetbix Tryathlon, Pan State Championships, the2015Australian This included the2015National BMX Championships, 2014/15 across arange of sportsand community events. The venue hosted awide variety of activities through Podium Performance Centre. the Chandler Swim Club, has beenrecognised by Swimming Australia as aNational to swim programs and community sports. The Brisbane Aquatic Centre, hometo events as well as catering for awide variety of aquatic and fitness activities, learn accommodation facilities. SSC facilities host International, National and State Queensland State Gymnastics Training Centre, Land Dry Diving facility and onsite Centre, Chandler IndoorArena, Chandler Theatre, Chandler Outdoor Velodrome, Association.Facilities include aBMX Supercross Track, theBrisbane Aquatic Cycling Queensland, Basketball Queensland and Queensland Weightlifting Diving Australia, Diving Queensland, Gymnastics Queensland, BMX Queensland, athletes inQueensland. The venue is thetraining base for Swimming Queensland, Sleeman ComplexSports (SSC) is acentre of excellence for thedevelopment of elite • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Venue tenants Swim Shop (QldSwim Swimming) Shop PerformanceSports Ltd TaekwondoSports Queensland Results Physiotherapy CityProperty Services Queensland Weightlifting Queensland Swimming Queensland Gymnastics Queensland Diving Queensland Cycling Diving Australia BMX Queensland Basketball Queensland Aquatic Education APEX Camps Aquatic Achievers 22 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports 23 Annual Report 2014/15 Venue Reports • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Major Hirer(s) Queensland School of Fire and Rescue (Training) Queensland Academy of (Cycling)Sport (Model Planes) The Model Aeronautical Association Morgan Tri –Coaching (Triathlon) Sports Taekwondo QLD(Taekwondo) Aquatic Education (Water Education Programs) Young– Sports) (Multi Sports Chandler Daytime Badminton (Badminton) Chandler Badminton (Badminton) (Underwater Activity) Australian Underwater Federation Diving Queensland Association (Diving) Cycling Queensland (Cycling) Brisbane Freedivers (Underwater Activity) Tow-Ed Regional South QLD(Drive Education) Fort Lytton Moto-Cross Club (Motorcross) Top RiderAustralia (Motor Cycle Education) (Underwater Rugby) Unidive The University of Qld Underwater Club Brisbane Underwater Hockey (Underwater Hockey) (Synchronized Swimming) Queensland Synchronized Swimming Aqualina SynchronizedClub(Swimming) Swimming Swimming Australia Limited (Swimming) Chandler Swimming Club (Swimming) Brisbane Southside Masters (Swimming) Basketball Queensland (Basketball) Australian Futsal Association (Futsal) Brisbane Free Diving Club (Free Diving) Road Safety Education Limited (Driver Education) Diving Australia (Diving) Nat Raps Diving Club (Diving) Chandler Diving Club (Diving) University Cycling Club (Cycling) Repsych Cycling (Cycling) Pine Rivers BMX Club (BMX) Moreton Bay Cycle Club (Cycling) Kangaroo Point Cycling Club (Cycling) Hamilton PineRivers Wheelers Club (Cycling) Gundy Enterprises (Cycling) Balmoral Cycling Club (Cycling) Cycling Australia (Cycling and BMX) Gymnastics Queensland (Gymnastics) BMX Queensland (BMX) Swimming Queensland (Swimming) Aquatic Achievers (Swimming)

• • • • • • Future direction • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Upcoming events throughout the venue for thebenefit of hirers. Continue to exercise tight management oncosts venue. community groups to secure additional events for the Work with hirers, governing bodies, promoters and maintenance to theprecinct grounds. lighting intheBrisbane Aquatic Centre and ongoing to enhance dive facilities, improve ventilation and the construction of anadditional three metre dive tower Complete arange of capital works projects including secure environment. experience for fans, patrons and visitors inasafe and Continue to work with our hirers to deliver anenjoyable for pre-games elite training. the organizing committees to attract teams to the venue Gold Coast 2018Commonwealth Games and work with Continued engagement intheplanning process for the the venue. stakeholders to attract events, tenants and content to management of thefacility. Work with Cycling and other planning for thecommissioning, openingand ongoing completion inlate 2016. Continue operational commenced inNovember 2014and is duefor Construction of theQueensland State Velodrome Weet-BixKids Tryathlon 2016 Brisbane INBA Brisbane Classic OutFinalQLD Shoot SeriesBMX South Triathlon Pink 2015 Queensland Swimming Championships The Colour Run Free Diving Pan Pacific Championships Psychic Medium John Edward Cheerbrandz Australasian Majors 2015 Brisbricks Expo Bodybuilding StateQLD Titles 2015 Gymnastics Queensland Junior State Championships International Federation of AerobicsSport and Fitness QueenslandCourse Short Championships Swim STATEMENTS For thefinancial year ended30June 2015 FINANCIAL

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