More than 1500 seats from UTAS Stadium have found new life at 15 local sporting clubs and community groups.
Every single club that applied got what they were after.
Minister for Children and Youth, Jo Palmer, said the local clubs will benefit from the removed stadium seating.
"Approximately 1,500 seats have now been collected by the community clubs, with the seating to be installed at their home grounds to support players, volunteers, staff, supporters and spectators at local events," Minister Palmer said.
"The initiative reflects our Government's commitment to deliver what matters to Tasmanians by supporting the community while promoting practical sustainability outcomes.
"We're pleased to see these seats being repurposed in a way that delivers real value to local clubs and their communities.
"Rather than being discarded, these seats will continue to be used for many years to come, helping clubs improve their facilities and creating more comfortable and enjoyable environments for participants and supporters."
Federal Labor Member for Bass, Jess Teesdale, said repurposing more than 1,500 seats for local sporting clubs is a practical way to support grassroots sport while reducing waste.
"It's a great example of governments working together to deliver lasting benefits for northern Tasmanian communities," Ms Teesdale said.
"This shows how major infrastructure projects can deliver real, lasting benefits beyond the stadium, strengthening local clubs and supporting community sport across northern Tasmania."
Stadiums Tasmania CEO, James Avery, said the organisation was pleased to work with the 15 community clubs to ensure the seating could be reused effectively.
"This is a great outcome for community sport, enabling these grassroots organisations to enhance their venues while also delivering important sustainability outcomes," Mr Avery said.
"As we continue to deliver the redevelopment of UTAS Stadium, Stadiums Tasmania is pleased to deliver on our commitment to supporting the community in a range of ways, in this case assisting community sporting organisations.
"Providing these seats with a second life means they remain part of Tasmania's sporting landscape, supporting grassroots participation and strengthening the connection between our major venues and local community clubs."
The seating was removed from UTAS Stadium as part of the $130 million redevelopment being delivered by the Australian and Tasmanian Governments, ensuring the materials continue to sustainably serve the community.
The repurposed seating will be installed by the 15 northern Tasmanian
sporting clubs over the coming months.
The list of clubs includes:
o Launceston Football Club - 200 seats
o Lilydale Football Club - 20 seats
o North Launceston Bowls Club - 345 seats
o University Football Club - 150 seats
o East Coast Swans - 100 seats
o St Patrick's Football Club - 50-100 seats
o George Town Football Club - 50-100 seats
o Hillwood Football Club - 50-100 seats
o Perth Football Club - 30-50 seats
o Deloraine Football Club - 50-100 seats
o North Launceston FC / Old Launcestonians FC - 300-500 seats
o Campbell Town Football Club - 50-100 seats
o Scottsdale Football Club - 30-50 seats
o South Launceston Junior Football Club - 20-30 seats
o Evandale Football Club - 15 seats
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