About AAMI Stadium
AAMI Stadium is located at West Lakes, a 20 minute drive from the Adelaide CBD.
AAMI Stadium was known as Football Park from 1971 until 2002 when AAMI Insurance and the SANFL formed a corporate partnership that led to naming rights of the Stadium.
When was AAMI Stadium built?
- The formal announcement regarding the site was made on December 20, 1971.
- On Tuesday October 31, 1972, Sir Mark Oliphant cast the first seeds upon the prepared surface of the playing area.
How much did it cost to build?
- $6.6 million
When was the first game played on AAMI Stadium?
- May 4th, 1974. Central District Football Club 21.13 (139) d North Adelaide Football Club 16.13 (109)
Who kicked the first goal at AAMI Stadium?
- Barry Hearl, North Adelaide
How much soil and filling was deposited?
How much concrete was used?
What is the seating capacity?
How big is the playing surface?
- The playing surface covers approximately 2 hectares
The average distance between the boundary and the perimiter fence is 6 metres
The distance from one end to the other, goal to goal, is 165 metres. Fence to fence is 177 metres
The distance from one side to the other, wing to wing, is 133 metres. Fence to fence is 145 metres.
What type of grass is grown on the surface?
- The original turf consisted of 17 varieties of seed.
- The surface is now a combination of mainly couch and rye grass.
How much drainage is necessary?
- The playing surface is protected by 4 kilometres of drainage piping set 61cm below the surface.
Why does the playing surface appear to be curved?
- To assist with drainage, there is a fall of 92cm from the centre to the boundary.
How does the surface get watered?
- AAMI Stadium and the surrounding 17 hectares of parkland have a computerised watering system. The computer can be set to water AAMI Stadium in as little as 13 minutes (used when the fertiliser is being watered in), or a thorough soaking may take as long as 10 hours.
- Our own 2 bores supply the water and can each pump 1,000 litres of water per minute. There are 22 full circle sprinklers on the playing area and 20 around the perimeter.
How many maintenance / ground staff are employed?
How is the arena lit up at night?
- AAMI Stadium has 4 light towers. Each stands 55 metres high and has 122 globes installed. The light towers are automatically controlled at 4 different levels.
- The cost of running level 1, 2 and 3 when turned on is over $400 per hour.
How many cars do the car parks at AAMI Stadium hold?
- 8,750 (incudes West Lakes Mall)
How many people attend AAMI Stadium each year?
- In the vicinity of 1,000,000
What is the record crowd at AAMI Stadium?.gif)
- 66,897 for the 1976 Grand Final played between Sturt and Port (before seating was installed).
- 51,140 for the Showdown between the Crows and the Power on 26 April 2003.
How many kiosks are there at AAMI Stadium?
- 18 outlets, plus 12 outside catering vans.
How many SANFL AAMI Stadium members are there?
How many Corporate Hospitality Facilities are there at AAMI Stadium?
- 154 Open Facilities varying in size from 4 to 14 seats.
- 29 Enclosed Facilities varying in size from 8 to 12 seats.
- 27 Premier Facilities accommodating 14 people.
- 33 Superbox Suites acommodating up to 20 people.
When was the Magarey Room opened?
- March 20, 1992 by then Prime Minister Paul Keating. This room is used for large functions and can cater for up to 800 guests. Prior to this a Function Centre accommodating up to 400 guests was opened on August 9, 1985.
On average, how much food and drink is sold at an AFL match?
- Cups of chips; 8,000
- Pies and Pasties; 6,000
- Bottles of soft drink; 8,000
- Bottles of water; 1,800
- Hot dogs; 4,000
How many gates are there?
- 6 public, 4 members, 1 players
How many match day staff are employed during AFL games?
How many kitchen staff are on duty on an AFL match day?
- 11 chefs, 3 apprentice chefs and 25 kitchen hands.
How many change rooms are there at AAMI Stadium?
- 6, plus the AFL Player Facility.
When was the AFC player facility opened?
When was the Superscreen installed?
- The Panasonic AZFT30 Astrovision screen was launched on June 20, 1998.
What are the dimensions of the Superscreen?
- The total dimensions are 68.9m square (11.04m wide x 6.24m high).
What is the Superscreen made of?
- There are 192 cubic metres of concrete in the footings and structure and 52 tonnes of steel used in the Superscreen and Tri Vision structure.
When was the Northern Grandstand opened?
What is the capacity of the Northern Grandstand?
What upgrading has been done to AAMI Stadium over the years?
- Upgrade of Port Adelaide Power Changerooms; 2006
- New Kiosk Installed in Members Area; 2006
- Upgrade of AFC Administration Building; 2004
- New bucket seating installed; 2004
- Upgrade of Crows Tavern; 2003
- AAMI Stadium Naming Rights; 2002
- New Bus Terminal; 2001
- Northern Grandstand; 2001
- Premier Facilities; 2001
- New Media Centre; 1999
- Undercover Disabled Area; 1999
- Superscreen erected; 1998
- Upgrade of AFC Gym & Administration Building; 1998
- Park Pavilion Suites completed; 1997
- Additonal PA System installed; 1994
- No smoking policy introduced; 1994
- AFC Offices built; 1992
- Magarey Room & Kitchen; 1992
- Additional kiosks / concessions; 1991
- High voltage power upgrade; 1991
- AFC Gym (orginally built); 1991
- Oval no. 3 lights erected; 1989
- Changeroom 1 & 6 fitout; 1988
- Brick Paved Parking Area; 1988
- Lift and Disabled Area; 1987
- TAB and SANFL Administration Building; 1985
- Light towers erected; 1984
- Additional electronic scoreboard (northern end); 1983
- Concourse Roofing; 1982
- Seating in the Outer; 1982
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