This is greatly needed for the local sports community.

This is a well overdue upgrade to facilities that not only service the basketball community but several other indoor sports, schools and public events.
The facilities will enable the expansion of state and national tournaments which will in turn increasing tourism and spending locally and across our region.
The location has been much debated with several sites and avenues explored, this site is the most suitable.of offered sites. It will enable a well connected sporting precinct, existing accessibility via multiple modes of transport and will accommodate growth for current and future generations.

There is ample space within the Newcastle Entertainment Centre precinct to construct said development.
There is a train station nearby to allow for patrons to arrive via public transport.
This would be a terrific opportunity to reinvent the Entertainment Centre and build purpose-built arenas capable of hosting large scale events ie music acts.
Turton Road is an extremely busy arterial road that already experiences severe congestion. Building another sports facility on this site will only compound current problems. Our infrastructure is already overloaded and our roads are only ever addressed with perennial band-aid measures. Funneling even more traffic to this area will have far reaching implications on residents who are already struggling to avoid countless potholes.
We already have McDonald Jones Stadium and the Hockey Association adjacent to each other, which already causes chaos when scheduling aligns.
There is limited green space/outdoor fields throughout the Newcastle LGA. Once they are gone, we will never get them back. In a climate where there is a crisis re: sedentary behaviour, carbon emissions, and general health; it would be detrimental to the community to have these areas taken away/built out. We have such a beautiful city but the continual overcapitalization is changing the feel & fabric of the town - something that cannot be undone.
There are far more appropriate areas for this development to take place (which will be great for the city); it’s just not Lambton.
As I mentioned above, I would suggest that a reimagining of the Newcastle Entertainment Centre precinct would be a far better investment for the future on Newcastle

This stadium is desperately needed in Newcastle.

As a Newcastle resident and parent, I strongly support the proposed Newcastle Basketball High-Performance Indoor Sports Centre (HISC) development. This project is a vital investment in our community’s sporting future.
Our current basketball stadium has reached the end of its functional life. Weather-related cancellations constantly disrupt training and games, disappointing children and hindering their development. We need modern, reliable facilities that operate year-round, giving our young athletes the consistent training environment they deserve.
The HISC will serve as a true community hub, accommodating basketball, futsal, pickleball, volleyball, netball, and tennis. This multi-sport capability allows families with diverse sporting interests to access quality facilities in one location, strengthening our sporting community connections.
Currently, many local children are turned away from programs due to insufficient court capacity. The expanded facility ensures no child misses opportunities to participate in sport due to inadequate infrastructure.
The broader community benefits are significant: improved public health through increased physical activity, positive youth engagement, clear talent development pathways, and enhanced social connections. The modern design will be fully accessible, welcoming community members of all ages and abilities.
This facility will strengthen Newcastle’s social fabric by bringing people together through sport, creating lasting friendships and building community identity through shared experiences.
I urge Council to approve this essential community infrastructure project. Our children, families, and entire community will benefit for generations to come.

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This region is desperately in need of these new basketball facilities for people of all ages to enhance participation in sport and recreation. The site and structure proposals are extensive, clearly laid out and thoughtfully designed. This project will boost the morale, physical health and mental health of many people in the community including youth, young people, children and families as well as the positive impacts that will flow on to families and neighbourhoods.

To Whom It May Concern,
I am writing to express my full support for the proposal to relocate and upgrade Newcastle’s basketball stadium. This is not simply a matter of replacing an old facility—it is a necessary step toward accommodating the growing needs of a vibrant, active, and increasingly engaged sporting community. The existing stadium at Broadmeadow, built more than 50 years ago, has served its purpose well, but it is now outdated, overcapacity, and unable to meet the region’s expanding demands.
Basketball in Newcastle is thriving. Participation has surged in recent years across all age groups and demographics, and this momentum should be encouraged, not limited. Unfortunately, the current venue cannot handle this growth. Registration periods for competitions and programs often close within days, with many players—particularly children and young people—turned away due to lack of space. This is not just a sports issue; it’s a community issue. Every child denied a spot on the court loses an opportunity to develop physically, socially, and emotionally in a supportive, team-focused environment.
The proposal to relocate the stadium to a new site with expanded capacity—up to 12 courts and a purpose-built show court—presents a forward-looking solution. A modern, multi-use indoor sports centre would not only serve basketball, but also other popular and emerging sports like volleyball, netball, futsal, pickleball, and more. It would give Newcastle the infrastructure to host regional and state competitions, drawing visitors to the area and stimulating the local economy through increased tourism, accommodation, and retail activity.
One of the most compelling aspects of this proposal is its ability to create opportunity. A larger, state-of-the-art venue would provide more space for grassroots competitions, school programs, all-abilities sports, elite training, and community events. It would bring together people from diverse backgrounds in a safe, inclusive, and inspiring setting. In a city as proud and passionate as Newcastle, a venue like this would quickly become more than just a sports facility—it would be a hub for community connection, youth development, and civic pride.
Let’s not miss this chance to do something truly significant for the region.
Sincerely,
Henry Barnett (I just want to play ball)

This is a much needed venue that will provide the community with a brilliant venue for multiple sports.This has been in the planning for many years without success finding land that is available and suitable.We cannot waste anymore time the community needs this sports centre urgently as the current stadium is no longer viable.Its too small,leaks every time it rains and the association is renting other courts every week so people can play.I fully support this proposal.Thankyou.

Newcastle is a thriving city and needs this infrastructure to continue to grow. It’s a joke and an embarrassment to host representatives from other basketball or sporting associations and have the roof leak during wet weather. Travelling across NSW for basketball, it’s clear to see other smaller cities and regions like Tamworth, Illawarra, and Shoalhaven have all invested in sporting facilities. It’s time for Newcastle to catch up. This investment is needed to encourage children and young people to stay physically active and build strong social bonds in a positive and safe environment.