Training Ground?

[george_on_the_outer 7,430]

Is there something going on at AAMI to clear out the other tenants?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/home-of-matildas-to-be-in-melbourne-after-116m-government-backing-20210516-p57sb6.html

"Construction on the $116 million Victorian Home of the Matildas will kick off in December, with the state-of-the-art facility at Latrobe University set to be completed in time for the national team to train there ahead of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia.

Rugby union will also be a beneficiary of the state and federal government largesse, with top-class facilities for that sport to develop its own State Rugby Union Centre also being built at the same facility."

This following the announcement of facilities for Rugby League north of the city last week.

If Rebels and Storm move their training from Gosch's, then a whole new area is available. 

[old dee 23,491]

4 minutes ago, george_on_the_outer said:

Is there something going on at AAMI to clear out the other tenants?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/home-of-matildas-to-be-in-melbourne-after-116m-government-backing-20210516-p57sb6.html

"Construction on the $116 million Victorian Home of the Matildas will kick off in December, with the state-of-the-art facility at Latrobe University set to be completed in time for the national team to train there ahead of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia.

Rugby union will also be a beneficiary of the state and federal government largesse, with top-class facilities for that sport to develop its own State Rugby Union Centre also being built at the same facility."

This following the announcement of facilities for Rugby League north of the city last week.

If Rebels and Storm move their training from Gosch's, then a whole new area is available. 

I read this late last week George and thought perhaps a comment about our future was not far off. Still we wait!

[old dee 23,491]

Well it would appear that there is no mention in the state budget about a new home for the MFC or did I miss it?

[david_neitz_is_my_dad 4,083]

On 5/17/2021 at 12:56 PM, george_on_the_outer said:

Is there something going on at AAMI to clear out the other tenants?

Best team in the AFL flexing its muscle

[Demon Dynasty 17,092]

On 5/17/2021 at 12:28 PM, La Dee-vina Comedia said:

I know you're not being serious, but to explain why we don't, the answer is quite simple:

• from October to March - cricket
• for the rest of the year - read this

Surely that rest of the year issue is just a giant speed/agility ladder for the likes of Gawny, BB & LJ.  Those three could still train at the G in cricket's off season!

[Fritta and Turner 4,182]

32 minutes ago, old dee said:

Well it would appear that there is no mention in the state budget about a new home for the MFC or did I miss it?

No you didn't.  My misinformation was that funds were allocated for a feasibility study.

[old dee 23,491]

3 minutes ago, Jontee said:

No you didn't.  My misinformation was that funds were allocated for a feasibility study.

I would love to think we might hear something before I return to dust but I am beginning to doubt it Jontee.

[Grr-owl 1,169]

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Just quoting Kate Roffey on the subject, as discussed this week on the Deeluded podcast. There is a thread here about it. I suggest we all have a listen. 

[chookrat 4,205]

On 5/16/2021 at 9:52 PM, Jonathan Steffanoni said:

Why don’t we just keep things simple and train on the MCG? ?

Seriously why not. We have Casey to train at while the cricket is on. We should use our relationship with the MCC to make this happen. Use the argument that Geelong train on their home ground and so should we.

[La Dee-vina Comedia 16,644]

16 hours ago, old dee said:

Well it would appear that there is no mention in the state budget about a new home for the MFC or did I miss it?

The budget would only include a line item for funding if such a decision had already been made and announced.

It would be a large enough project that it could be announced in one financial year and then included in the budget in the next. That's because only a relatively small sum will be needed in the first year for planning purposes with the bulk of the expenditure needed in second and perhaps subsequent years to pay for construction costs.

[old dee 23,491]

15 hours ago, Grr-owl said:

Just quoting Kate Roffey on the subject, as discussed this week on the Deeluded podcast. There is a thread here about it. I suggest we all have a listen. 

I listened she tells us nothing new. It’s still the waiting game. 

[Redleg 40,146]

5 minutes ago, old dee said:

I listened she tells us nothing new. It’s still the waiting game. 

How many years has this been going on?

[george_on_the_outer 7,430]

1 minute ago, Redleg said:

How many years has this been going on?

At least 30.  I can remember Stuart Spencer telling everyone we would be setting up at Caulfield racecourse. 

[old dee 23,491]

6 minutes ago, Redleg said:

How many years has this been going on?

The board must be happy with a 9 zero start as it is probably all that most members can think about. Imagine if we were 3 -6 the subject of the home ground would be getting a lot more attention as would their performance in a number of areas. Right now they are probably thinking the members are happy let’s shut up about anything else. Or perhaps I am just a half century cynic. 

[old dee 23,491]

9 minutes ago, george_on_the_outer said:

At least 30.  I can remember Stuart Spencer telling everyone we would be setting up at Caulfield racecourse. 

When were we flung from the G for training?

[Redleg 40,146]

8 minutes ago, old dee said:

When were we flung from the G for training?

1985 - 2007 at Junction Oval.

As you know I was Team Manager of the Dees under Big Carl in 1979 and we trained on the G.

Being on the ground with the boys was a time that I will never forget.

Edited May 21, 2021 by Redleg

[MadAsHell 4,209]

I still think a potential home base, close to the city, with some room to build that also has some AFL/VFL history is Brunswick Street Oval.

Part of the redevelopment would probably have to include relocating the Tennis Club, but I think it has potential.

Also with all the bars etc so close, you wouldn't have to worry about a social club. Would also be convenient for Lingers to get to training!

https://www.austadiums.com/stadiums/brunswick-street-oval/satellite

[Clintosaurus 7,551]

Got a feeling it will be either Fishermans' Bend or Caulfield Racecourse.

[old dee 23,491]

43 minutes ago, Redleg said:

1985 - 2007 at Junction Oval.

As you know I was Team Manager of the Dees under Big Carl in 1979 and we trained on the G.

Being on the ground with the boys was a time that I will never forget.

That is a great memory, so it is now 36 years without a home, that must be some sort of record. The MFC sure has some different records in its history both high and low.

[Supreme_Demon 3,247]

The fact that this matter hasn't been rectified in over 30 years is unacceptable.

Besides winning Premierships, financial stability and growing membership the main priority of the Melbourne Football Club board should be to rectify this issue and to build a home base for training, administration and a social club.

It needs to be either within the MCG precinct (ideally), the Caulfield Racecourse, Fishermen's Bend, South Yarra, Elsternwick or where ever.

We as Melbourne Demons supporters need to continue to press this issue until it is finally resolved and we have a proper home.

Edited May 21, 2021 by Supreme_Demon

[Willmoy1947 3,966]

On 5/17/2021 at 12:56 PM, george_on_the_outer said:

Is there something going on at AAMI to clear out the other tenants?

https://www.theage.com.au/sport/soccer/home-of-matildas-to-be-in-melbourne-after-116m-government-backing-20210516-p57sb6.html

"Construction on the $116 million Victorian Home of the Matildas will kick off in December, with the state-of-the-art facility at Latrobe University set to be completed in time for the national team to train there ahead of the 2023 Women’s World Cup in Australia.

Rugby union will also be a beneficiary of the state and federal government largesse, with top-class facilities for that sport to develop its own State Rugby Union Centre also being built at the same facility."

This following the announcement of facilities for Rugby League north of the city last week.

If Rebels and Storm move their training from Gosch's, then a whole new area is available. 

In my op Rugby, the Game, should be removed from the Victorian landscape altogether. 

I'll go further, should not be included in school syllabuses. Should be mooted as a dangerous contact sport and social DE fabricator. All Governments and Medical Advisory Boards should open their eyes and realise what a risk to society as a whole this is.

[TeamPlayedFine39 8,379]

13 minutes ago, Clintosaurus said:

Got a feeling it will be either Fishermans' Bend or Caulfield Racecourse.

Fisherman's Bend is a very been a good option/opportunity.

 

 

[daisycutter 29,331]

3 minutes ago, willmoy said:

In my op Rugby, the Game, should be removed from the Victorian landscape altogether. 

I'll go further, should not be included in school syllabuses. Should be mooted as a dangerous contact sport and social DE fabricator. All Governments and Medical Advisory Boards should open their eyes and realise what a risk to society as a whole this is.

be careful what you ask for....

if this was to eventuate then it would be inevitable that australian rules footy would also be altered such that it wouldn't resemble the game that we currently cherish

[AzzKikA 2,371]

Do we have plans drawn up or are we winging it until we find land? Hope they have put it out to tender to get pricing done to go to the government with otherwise this is so far off we may never see it.

[BW511 2,569]

17 minutes ago, Supreme_Demon said:

The fact that this matter hasn't been rectified in over 30 years is unacceptable.

Besides winning Premierships, financial stability and growing membership the main priority of the Melbourne Football Club board should be to rectify this issue and to build a home base for training, administration and a social club.

It needs to be either within the MCG precinct (ideally), the Caulfield Racecourse, Fishermen's Bend, South Yarra, Elsternwick or where ever.

We as Melbourne Demons supporters need to continue to press this issue until it is finally resolved and we have a proper home.

Reckon the club has had it's hands full trying to get all things you listed under control, not just the home base!