Macquarie Point Development Corporation

Macquarie Point Development Corporation Mac Point will be an iconic destination and home for residents and visitors to Hobart

The 9.3 hectare site borders the working Hobart port and is adjacent to the Cenotaph. Macquarie Point presents an unrivalled opportunity, it’s a development which will deliver an extraordinary precinct for Tasmanians and the nation. In December 2016 the State Government engaged with the Mona team to realise a new vision for the site.They put forward the bold and exciting reset vision for Macquarie

Point, which fulfilled the brief to maximize public spaces and cement the project as a national landmark.

And that's a wrapThanks everyone that dropped in to visit our Stadium Design Showcase as we've travelled around the stat...
21/05/2026

And that's a wrap

Thanks everyone that dropped in to visit our Stadium Design Showcase as we've travelled around the state

We're wrapping up in Queenstown this evening, after starting in Huonville on 17 April, then travelling on to New Norfolk, Campbell Town, Launceston, Bicheno, Devonport and Burnie.

If you'd like to check it out, you can find a digital version on our website at macpoint.com/showcase

We’re pleased to confirm the two parties selected for Stage 1 of the Request for Tender process to deliver of our Multip...
19/04/2026

We’re pleased to confirm the two parties selected for Stage 1 of the Request for Tender process to deliver of our Multipurpose Stadium

The tenderers are:
• Besix Watpac
• Constructure Joint Venture, comprising Webuild and China Construction Oceania, with McConnell Dowell as a key partner

Through the Expression of Interest process, both parties demonstrated their capacity to manage a build of this scale and have confirmed acceptance of the offer to progress through to the Request for Tender phase.

We’re excited to continue to take another step forward and closer to bringing our Multipurpose Stadium to life.

We’re taking the Stadium Design Showcase on the road across Tasmania. This free public event is your chance to step insi...
14/04/2026

We’re taking the Stadium Design Showcase on the road across Tasmania.

This free public event is your chance to step inside the design of the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium - to see it, feel it and explore what’s planned for the precinct.

Roadshow locations:

📍 Huonville: Baden Powell Scout Hall
FRI 17 April | 10am – 5pm
SAT 18 April | 10am – 4pm

📍New Norfolk: New Norfolk Bowls Club
WED 22 April | 10am - 5pm
THU 23 April | 10am – 4pm

📍Campbell Town: Campbell Town Guide Hall
TUE 28 – WED 29 April | 10am – 5pm

📍Launceston: Tramsheds Function Centre
FRI 1 – SAT 2 May |10am – 5pm

📍Bicheno: Bicheno Bowls and RSL Club
WED 6 – THU 7 May | 12 – 8pm

📍Devonport: Market Square Pavillion
TUE 12 – WED 13 May | 10am – 5pm

📍Burnie: Burnie Surf Life Saving Club
FRI 15 – SAT 16 May | 10am – 5pm

📍Queenstown: Queenstown Memorial Hall
WED 20 – THU 21 May | 10am - 5pm

Come along and experience the design up close.

10/03/2026

Construction of the stadium roof test rig is now complete.
The build includes a specialised set up for cricket players and officials to experience the roofed space.

The construction includes roof beams and two layers of ETFE material that create pillows across the roof.

It demonstrates how these elements combine to diffuse shadows, providing consistent light conditions under the roof.

Expression of Interest process now openThe Expression of Interest process is now open to appoint the main contractor to ...
09/01/2026

Expression of Interest process now open

The Expression of Interest process is now open to appoint the main contractor to deliver the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium.

This is the first step in the process and will include the assessment of potential contractor’s delivery experience and ability, their team and financial capacity to deliver the project

It will be followed by a two-stage Request for Tender process.

We’re excited to start this key phase to deliver the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium.

Learn more about the design here: www.macpoint.com/showcase

Yard 16 is open over the Christmas break through to New Year’s Day 🏀From 2 January 2026 the space will transition to sup...
19/12/2025

Yard 16 is open over the Christmas break through to New Year’s Day 🏀

From 2 January 2026 the space will transition to support the development of the Multipurpose Stadium.

Thanks to everyone who has played, visited and spent time here - we look forward to delivering new public spaces as part of the completed Macquarie Point Precinct.

Thank you, Tasmania. The work begins now.
05/12/2025

Thank you, Tasmania. The work begins now.

Stadium Design Showcase 2025:Nearly 1,500 people attended our Stadium Design Showcase at The Goods Shed on site, over 6 ...
20/11/2025

Stadium Design Showcase 2025:

Nearly 1,500 people attended our Stadium Design Showcase at The Goods Shed on site, over 6 days.

The free public event featured building material samples, video presentations, architectural plans, display boards and a Virtual Reality fly-through of the stadium design.
Feedback gathered from the event will help shape the showcase as we take it on the road in 2026.

If you missed the event, you can see all the content on display in our digital handbook: www.macpoint.com/showcase

Have you been to the Stadium Design Showcase?Step inside the design of the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium — on now...
03/11/2025

Have you been to the Stadium Design Showcase?

Step inside the design of the Macquarie Point Multipurpose Stadium — on now at the Goods Shed, Hobart.

Open daily 10am–4pm until Wednesday 5 November
41 Evans Street (entry via Red Square)

Explore displays, watch design videos, see building materials up close, and learn about the work preparing the site for development.
Staff are available each day to answer questions, or you can submit yours via QR code onsite.

More info: www.macpoint.com/stadium-find-out-more

30/10/2025

Macquarie Point Stadium Design Showcase

Our Stadium Design Showcase starts tomorrow!

As a sneak a peek, come behind the scenes and check out this animation showing the player and team facilities in our stadium.

This free public event is a chance to come and see inside the design and includes:
• Architectural displays and plans
• Animations and videos sharing insights on the design
• Information on, and samples of, materials and finishes
• Information on work to prepare the site for development.

Dates & Times:
• Friday, 31 October: 11.00am – 4.00pm
• Saturday, 1 November – Wednesday, 5 November: 10.00am – 4.00pm

Location: The Goods Shed, 41 Evans Street, Hobart, TAS 7000. Entry via Red Square.

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41 Evans Street
Hobart, TAS
7000

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