Docklands Stadium

Docklands Stadium is a multi-purpose sports and entertainment stadium in Melbourne, Australia. Construction began in October 1997 under the working title Victoria Stadium and was completed in 2000. The total cost was $460 million.

Docklands Stadium is the first stadium in Australia to have a rolling tier. All four levels of this tier can be moved 18 meters forward in a rectangular configuration. It was first used for the game in July 2001.

Since its inception, the Docklands Stadium has endured criticism for the quality and suitability of its playing surface, particularly on AFL requirements. She has been subjected to negative comments from players and coaches for her hardness and lack of grassy surface.

In August 2007, the stadium's executive director, Ian Collins, announced plans to purchase sophisticated lighting and heating systems so that grass could be grown year-round. The stadium has 500 parking spaces located underground, an excellent exterior screen, 700 and 2000-watt arena lighting, and 66 corporate lodges. It is one of the most impressive stadiums in Australia.