Western Australian Athletics Stadium, Athletics stadium in Mount Claremont, Australia
Description
The Western Australian Athletics Stadium is a track and field facility in Mount Claremont featuring a nine-lane 400-meter track with two additional 12-lane sprint areas for racing competitions. The grounds include a main grandstand and several locations for jumping and throwing events.
History
The facility opened in 2009 and replaced Perry Lakes Stadium, which had served as the primary athletics venue since the 1962 Commonwealth Games. This move represented a modernisation of the region's sports infrastructure.
Culture
The stadium features areas named after notable Australian athletes such as Shirley Strickland and Herb Elliott, reflecting the region's strong track and field heritage. These tributes show how the local community honours its sporting achievements and the athletes who shaped them.
Practical
The main grandstand provides seating for around 2,000 people, while grass embankments around the facility can accommodate additional spectators during events. Visitors should plan flexibly as available seating varies significantly depending on the event being held.
Did you know?
The venue houses the headquarters of Athletics Western Australia, serving as the administrative center for the region's track and field operations. This central role makes it more than just a competition venue, functioning as the organizational hub for the sport locally.
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