Media release – Royal Agricultural Society of Tasmania, 4 April 2023
Hobart Showground Redevelopment Heavy construction equipment moving in
The Royal Agricultural Society of Tasmania, owner of the Hobart Showground, is asking Showground users to observe and obey all signs at the Showground as demolition approaches ahead of the redevelopment of the site.
Entry to parts of the Showground will become restricted after Easter, and anyone on site can expect to experience heavy engineering equipment in use.
“While we have full safety protocols in place, we want local users to be fully aware that the status of the Showground is now changing to a building site and that caution should be exercised at all times”, said Scott Gadd, CEO of the RAST. “For safety reasons, there will be many times that the site will be off-limits to the public.”
Showground tenants have now vacated the site, and some salvage work is already underway, with the cattle shed being stripped of valuable timbers. The Sunday Market will cease after Easter Sunday and demolition at the Showground will commence soon afterwards, including the administration building, and the grand stands. Security will be stepped up.
“Many local people use the Showground for walking their dogs, cycling, and other activities. We’d ask them to be aware of the changed environment with heavy machinery, heavy vehicle movements, and major works occurring at the Showground. We don’t recommend they try to use the Showground for their recreational pursuits.”
The Royal Hobart Show will continue to be held each October at the Hobart Regatta Grounds until 2025 when the new, ultra-modern, Showground complex opens. “We shall look forward to welcoming the public back to an attractive and modern Showground complex when the new pavilion and arena are complete,” said Scott Gadd.
