The Tasmanian Government has put the call out for investors as it moves closer to a formal expressions of interest for a new ice rink in Hobart.
Minister for Sports and Events, Nick Duigan, said the Government wants to hear from interested parties with experience in delivering similar facilities who have the capacity to take on this significant project.
“Since the privately-operated Glenorchy rink closed in mid-2022, the Tasmanian Government has been working to identify opportunities for a new venue that can host ice sports practice, competitions and recreational skating,” Minister Duigan said.
“We’ve been working hard behind the scenes with our sporting sector bodies and we’re now seeking interest from potential investors to build a new facility.”
Private operators, developers and investors are invited to lodge their credentials so the Government can actively sound out market interest and capacity and identify potential delivery partners.
Minister Duigan said the feasibility study found there was demand for around 75,000 visits to an ice rink each year, demonstrating ongoing viability of the facility.
“We encourage interested parties to register their interest now ahead of a formal Expressions of Interest process, subject to demand, to be released in early 2025,” he said.
“Under our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania’s Future, our Government will continue to deliver community sporting infrastructure for all Tasmanians.”
