While it is an exciting prospect, and could serve well in bringing all elements of the Club together, it is not an immediate or certain solution, with much work yet to be done, funding to be confirmed, and parties to be consulted before it becomes a reality.
This opportunity would be a solution in the long term, as the project has a five to ten year time frame attached to it. This ground would provide a major community facility to residents of the Dockland’s area and would therefore further compliment the Club’s focus on integrating facilities and the communities in which they exist, such as the Club’s programs in the City of Casey.
The Club is committed to moving to the new MOPT stadium, and the 30 year deal that has been struck with the City of Casey stands regardless of any other moves. The City of Casey is a training base for the Melbourne Football Club, and a hub for our community activities, for at least the next 30 years.
The Club’s home is, and always will be, the MCG. The potential Docklands facility is planned as an elite training facility only, not a stadium. The Club will continue to work with all involved parties to explore this exciting opportunity as more work is done to determine its feasibility.
