Major sports venues in Melbourne consist of over 29 stadiums with an accommodation capacity of over 10,000 people. There are some venues that have huge capacities but only temporary structures. However, there are many large suburban horse racing tracks and Australian rules ovals. Besides, there are some AFL clubs used as multi-purpose venues.The city also boasts of large Baseball/Softball, State Cycling, Hockey and Netball centers and an Ice center (Australian Olympic Winter Institute) is being constructed in Melbourne Docklands. Moreover, there is a new 20,000-seat multi-purpose rectangular stadium currently under construction in Melbourne Park. Among the Major Sports Venues in Melbourne, there are some which deserve to be talked about, such as: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Considered a sacred lawn by players and followers of both football and cricket, the MCG is Australia’s biggest and most admired stadium. The spot is bustling with activity throughout the year. There are more than 90 days of cricket and football each year and attendances exceed 3.5 million people annually. Telstra Dome
Telstra Dome provides a range of sports including ‘Aussie Rules’ football, rugby league, rugby union and cricket. It is also used for major concerts that are usually held here. It is lose to the city and transport services. It also boasts of a retractable roof. Melbourne and Olympic Parks
Melbourne and Olympic Parks is one of Australia's premier sports and entertainment districts encompassing two world-class arenas, the Rod Laver Arena and the Vodafone Arena, plus the Olympic Park Stadium and Melbourne Park Function Centre.
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