IAKS STUDY TRIPDISCOVER THE SPORTS AND LEISURE FACILITIESIN A SPORTING NATION 25 JUNE - 4 JULY 2024
© Destination NSW

MELBOURNE

SYDNEYBRISBANE

AUSTRALIA 2024

Australia 2024

2024 IAKS STUDY TRIP TO AUSTRALIAThe 2024 IAKS Study Trip Australia offers an immersive learning experience in the field of sports and recreation,
showcasing a blend of traditional and modern facilities, cultural landmarks, and community engagement ­activities.
Participants will have the flexibility to choose from various options across the Eastern states of Australia, with theopportunity to explore different aspects of sports and recreation in major cities.

MELBOURNE

SYDNEYBRISBANE

Overview
MELBOURNE
25.06 - 28.06

SYDNEY29.06 - 01.07

BRISBANE(Option 1)(Option 2)(Option 3)

02.07 - 03.07

TUESDAY 25 June

SATURDAY 29 JuneTUESDAY 2 July

Brimbank Aquatic & Wellness
CentreBotanic Garden walk

The GABBA

Opera bar

Suncorp Stadium

Manly Beach walkSleeman Aquatic Centre

Melbourne Olympic Park with
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Rod Laver Arena
John Cain Arena
AAMI Park

SUNDAY 30 June

WEDNESDAY 3 July

Architects Forum

Coogee to Bondi walk

Brisbane Lions AFLW High
Performance Centre

WEDNESDAY 26 June

Heffron Sports Hub

Lone Pine Koala Sancturary

NSC industry tours (optional)

Pimpana Sporting Hub

NRL game at MCG

Moore Park withSydney Cricket Ground andAllianz Stadium

THUR SDAY 27 June

Howe2Golf

NSC I IAKS 2024 Exhibition
and Conference (optional)

MONDAY 1 July

IAKS Network drinks and dinner
FRIDAY 28 June
NSC I IAKS 2024 Exhibition
and Conference (optional)

Gold Coast Aquatic Centre

Sydney Olympic Park with
Aquatic Centre,
Athletics Centre,
Hockey Centre,
Archery Centre,
and Accor Stadium
Parramatta Aquatic Centre

Price of Melbourne package:

Price of Sydney package:

Price of Brisbane package:

IAKS Members: 390 EUR
Non-Members: 490 EUR
Including site visits on 25 June,architects forum on 25 June,lunch on 25 June,
dinners on 25+27 Juneand NRL game ticket

IAKS Members: 500 EUR
Non-Members: 625 EUR
Including site visits on
29 June to 1 July,lunch on 29+30 June and 1 July,dinners on 29+30 June

IAKS Members: 390 EUR
Non-Members: 490 EUR
Including site visits on 2+3 July,lunch on 2+3 July,dinner on 2 July

Tuesday 25 June
DAY 1

© Brimbank Council

Tuesday 25 June
09:00 - 16:00
Meeting point:
Novotel South Wharf

16:45
Arrival at Novotel hotel

18:00
Walk (25 min) to Warren
and Mahoney Architects

18:30 - 20:00
IAKS ANZ Architect Forumand network night

Brimbank Aquatic & Wellness Centre

Brimbank Aquatic and Wellness Centre comprises:• a 50 metre, 10 lane Olympic-sized swimming pool with adjustableswim wall and a separate programme pool for swimming lessons;•two massive water slides and a kids’ splash park with slides andwater features;•a warm water exercise pool with separate spa, steam room and sauna, and a wellness centre with six suites;•

a 1,000 sqm health club across two levels accessible 24/7 with four
dedicated group fitness studios for classes;

A fresh food café with indoor/outdoor dining areas, a crèche, and acommunity program room round up the programme.
https://bawc.brimbank.vic.gov.au/© Michelle CoulingMelbourne (Option 1)© Peter Clarke

Lunch at Melbourne Olympic Precinct
Melbourne Olympic Park with
Melbourne Cricket Ground,
Rod Laver Arena, John Cain Arena,and AAMI Park
Melbourne Olympic Park offers a blend of traditional andmodern sports stadiums:• The iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), one of
the world’s most famous sports venues;•

Rod Laver Arena and John Cain Arena which host theannual Australian Open Grand Slam tennis tournamentand many other sporting and cultural events;•

AAMI Park, Australia’s premier rectangular stadium
which hosted the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.

By visiting Melbourne Olympic Park, participants will gain
insights into a variety of sports such as cricket, AFL, NRL
and more.

© Gollings Photography

www.mopt.com.au

Architects Forum: Aquatics, Sport and Leisure Design
followed by a light dinner
The Architects Forum promises to be an engaging and informative event for study trip participants.
Industry experts will share their insights and knowledge; followed by lively debates and ample networking
opportunities.
After the educational component attendees can enjoy a light dinner, fostering further discussion andconnections in a relaxed setting.

Wednesday 26 June to Friday 28 June
26 June Daytime: NSC industry tours** SEPARATE REGISTRATION (optional)

Join one of the three industry tours organized by NSC (see following pages).

Tour 1 (225 AUD)

Tour 2 (225 AUD)

Tour 3 (225 AUD)

SPORT SURFACES DESIGN & INNOVATIONCOMMUNITY SPORT& LEISURE FACILITIESPLAY & PLAY ENVIRONMENTS

An exploration of cutting-edge
technology for quality assurancein sports surfaces. Visit natural,
hybrid, and synthetic fields anddiscover the latest designs fortennis courts, bowling greens, andactivity areas, providing a comprehensive overview of the industry’s
current sports surface landscape.

Sustainable and functional designis the new generational thinking
around community leisure centres.
Exploring innovative approaches
that will engage and encourage
more people to be active, have fun
and return more often.

Join the Play Australia team fora tour is designed to provide an
opportunity to explore a varietyof play spaces and how they areachieving community activation
through play and the impact of
mixed age spaces for play.

Tour sites include:

Tour sites include:• Fitzroy Sports Centre• Cubbys, Fitzroy Adventure• Northcote Aquatic & Recreation     Playground  Centre• Powlett Reserve Outdoor Gym• URBNSURF• Harleston Park

Tour sites include:
Home of the Matildas (looking
at hybrid, natural and synthetic
surfaces!)• Home of the Matildas• St Monica’s, Epping• Maribyrnong Sports Academy• Booran Reserve• Rock on Wheels Southbank

IAKS Study Trip

Separate registration at www.nationalsportsconvention.com.au needed.

26 June 20:00 h:
State of Origin National Rugby League
game at the MCG
Experience the intensity and passion of Australian sports c­ ulture
firsthand at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) byattending a National Rugby League (NRL) State of Origin gamebetween Queensland and New South Wales.
Whether you’re a die-hard rugby league fan or simply looking
to experience the thrill of live sports, attending a State of Origin
game promises to be an unforgettable experience!
www.nrl.com© Venueslive

Melbourne (Option 1)
27 June & 28 June Daytime:
NSC | IAKS 2024 Exhibition and Conference*
Join us at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre on June 27th and 28th, 2024, for the premier
event in the Asia-Pacific region that unites the entire sports ecosystem under one roof. NSC | IAKS 2024
is the only gathering where recreation, facilities, finance, technology, and government converge.
APAC’s largest free-to-attend expo is tailored to industry professionals. Discover the latest innovationsin products, services, and technology. The National Sports & Physical Activity Convention expo is free
to attend and aims to connect the ecosystem and provide a unique avenue for business connections.
The Expo will display industry leading brands, product and services to the largest gathering of sports,
recreation, play, fitness, health, wellness and government industry professionals looking to innovate andenhance the industry.
The must attend expo to see, touch, connect andsource the latest products, services, and solutions
to improve your sport and recreation organisation...
and have a bit of fun!
Over 80+ exhibitors, networking areas and activation areas.
The Expo will be open for the duration of the event:Thursday 27 June • 8:00 am – 6:15 pm
Friday 28 June • 8:30 am – 3:15 pm© Avellino

NSC | IAKS 2024 Conference(1265 AUD IAKS Members, 1490 AUD Non-Members)* SEPARATE REGISTRATION (optional)

NSC | IAKS 2024 Exhibition (free entry)„Inspire innovation – drive participation“ is this year’s motto. The conference programme features 8
streams, 3 Global Thought Leader Keynote Sessions, 8 Big Issue Keynote presentations, the NSC Oration,
24+ workshops
Separate registration at https://nationalsportsconvention.com.au needed. Special rates for IAKS members!

The IAKS networking drinks and dinner event will be held
near Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

©IAKS

28 June evening or 29 June morning:
Flight from Melbourne to Sydney
Delegates are kindly requested to make their own flight arrangements to suit their requirements.

IAKS Study Trip

27 June, 18:30 h:
IAKS Network drinks and dinnerSaturday 29 June
© Simon Hurry

Royal Botanic Garden walkEstablished in 1816, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is Australia’s oldest botanic garden and oldest living scientificinstitution.
Situated across 30 hectares on the edge of the iconic Sydney Harbour, the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney is home toan outstanding collection of more than 27,000 plants from around the world. Encompassing 15 themed gardens,
including an Australian Rainforest Garden, a Tropical Garden and one of the largest green walls in the southernhemisphere inside The Calyx.
www.botanicgardens.org.au© Eggzy PalletSydney (Option 2)
Lunch at Sydney Opera Bar

Situated right by the water’s edge, Opera Bar reflects the spirit ofSydney, relaxed and stylish with a sunny disposition.
Be swept away by the panoramic views of the Sydney Opera House,
Harbour Bridge, Central Business District, and beautiful harbour. Freshness and seasonality infuse everything they do, from spritzy cocktails
and crisp pale ales to light and seasonal menu with a seafood focus.
www.operabar.com.au© April Pethybridge

DAY 5

Saturday 29 June

08:00 - 10:00

Melbourne to Sydney flight(alternatively the nightof 28 June)

10:00 - 11:30
Morning at your own leisure12:30 - 13:30
Sydney Botanic Garden walk

13:30 - 14:30
Lunch at Sydney Opera Bar

15:00 - 17:30

Manly Beach walkFerry to Manly Beach,walk at the beach andferry back to hotel

Dinner at The View Hotel

19:00 - 21:00

Manly is one of those places that offers the best of both worlds, cosmo­
politan buzz and a relaxed vibe. It’s just a short yet incredibly scenic
ferry ride from the city centre and boasts a vibrant coastal atmosphere,with its Norfolk Island pine-lined promenade, sprawling three-kilometre
beach (so big, in fact, that it’s patrolled by a total of three surf lifesavingclubs) and fantastic oceanfront eateries.

IAKS Study Trip dinner© Jamie Davies

Sunday 30 June

Coogee to Bondi walk

The Coogee to Bondi Coastal Walk is a breathtakingly scenic journey along the coastline of
Sydney’s eastern suburbs, stretching approxi­
mately six kilometres between the popularbeaches of Coogee and Bondi. It is renowned
for its stunning coastal vistas, pristine beaches,and dramatic cliff-top views.

Lunch at Bondi Icebergs
Coastal Bath© Clarinta© Brett Boardmann

Heffron Sports Hub
Heffron Sports Hub is a multi-activity facility serving the Maroubra community and surrounds, including:• Access to state-of-the-art sports, dance and gymnastic programmes and facilities; catering to the inclusion ofpeople of all ages and abilities;•

The South Sydney Rabbitohs’ community and high-performance rugby centre, which will support Souths
Cares’ educational and community programs with publicly accessible areas such as a café, hall of fame, merchandise shop and fan area to view training on the NRL standard showcase field.

www.heffroncentre.com.au

Sydney (Option 2)© SCG Sydney Cricket Ground

DAY 6

Sunday 30 June
09:00
Bus to Coogee Beach

Moore Park with Sydney Cricket Groundand Allianz Stadium

Nestled within Moore Park, Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) and Allianz
Stadium are under Australia’s most esteemed sporting and entertainment venues:• The SCG boasts a rich history and a diverse portfolio of sporting
events and entertainment. It has been the proud host of Cricket,
Australian Rules Football, Rugby League, Rugby Union, Football,
Baseball, and even Cycling competitions, as well as major concerts.
www.sydneycricketground.com.au•

Allianz Stadium is a multi-purpose stadium. Built as a replacement
for the original Sydney Football Stadium, it was officially opened in
2022. The ground’s major tenants are three different rugby clubs. It
was one of the venues for the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup, andwill host 2027 Rugby World Cup matches.
www.allianzstadium.com.au© Gregg Porteous

09:30 - 11:30
Coastal walk Coogee to Bondi

11:30 - 13:00
Lunch at Bondi Icebergs
Coastal Bath13:00 - 13:30
Bus to Heffron Centre

13:30 - 14:30
Heffron Centre Sports Hub

14:30 - 15:00
Bus to Moore Park

15:00 - 16:30
Sydney Cricket Groundand Allianz Stadium

17:00 - 19:30
Howe2Golf and dinner

19:30 - 20:00

Howe2Golf and Dinner

Howe2Golf offers a unique and engaging experience for golf enthusiasts
and food lovers alike. Located next to Moore Park at The Entertainment
Quarter in Sydney, this innovative indoor golf facility combines the richhistory of the game with state-of-the-art simulator technology to create
an immersive and enjoyable environment for players of all levels.
After the visit, study trip delegates will enjoy the unique bar and lounge
area offering all the comforts of a traditional clubhouse.
www.howe2golf.au

Bus to hotel

Monday 1 July
© SOPA© SOPA

Sydney Olympic Park with Aquatic Centre, Athletics Centre, Hockey
Centre, Archery Centre, and Accor Stadium

Sydney Olympic Park, once hailed as the venue for the “Best Olympics ever,” is a sprawling 640-hectare area.
It features world class sporting venues and a diverse mix of residential, commercial, education, and entertainment
facilities.
Since the successful completion of the 2000 Olympics, the park has undergone significant development, with amix of commercial and sporting facilities now coexisting harmoniously.
www.sydneyolympicpark.nsw.gov.au© SOPA

Sydney (Option 2)
DAY 7

Monday 1 July
09:00
Bus to Homebush© SOPA

09:30 - 12:15© SOPA

Sydney Olympic Park

12:30 - 13:00
Bus to Parramatta Aquatic
Leisure Centre

13:00 - 16:00

Parramatta Aquatic Centre lunch and tour
Parramatta Aquatic Centre (PAC) is set to become a year-round­destination for swimming, fitness, and wellness. Designed to integratesensitively with its natural surroundings, the centre features a striking
ring enclosure inspired by historical farm and river swimming
enclosures along the Parramatta River.

Parramatta Aquatic Centre
lunch and tour

16:45 - 17:30
Bus to hotel

With sustainability and accessibility at the forefront, the PAC offers
state-of-the-art facilities in a safe and welcoming environment forpeople of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds.

18:00

www.cityofparramatta.nsw.gov.au/the-pac

Evening at own leisure© ALM

Tuesday 2 July
Flight from Sydney to Brisbane

Delegates are kindly requested to make their own flight arrangements to suit their requirements.

© Romain Terpreau

The GABBA / Brisbane Cricket Ground

The GABBA is an icon of the Brisbane landscape and is the home ground for the Brisbane Lions, Brisbane Heatand Queensland Bulls. The GABBA is highly regarded by cricket fans and players as having one of the best cricket
wickets in the world.
The venue has a 42,000 capacity and a range of function and meeting spaces that are used extensively throughout the year. The stadium boasts unrestricted views of the oval playing surface from all areas making it ideal tohost international sporting and entertainment events.

Lunch at The GABBA© The GABBABrisbane (Option 3)
Suncorp Stadium

Suncorp Stadium stands as a testament to enduring architecture,having welcomed 20 million fans over 20 years. Situated within the city,
it serves as a vital link to inner precincts while creating unforgettable
moments for sports and entertainment enthusiasts alike.

DAY 8

Tuesday 2 July
11:00

Bus departure from airport

Key design outcomes include urban planning to seamlessly connect thestadium to its surroundings, a seating bowl engineered to capture theelectric atmosphere, and architecture that harmonizes with the local
residential landscape.
www.suncorpstadium.com.au

12:00 - 13:00© Populous / Ethan Rohloff

The Gabba

13:00 - 14:00

Lunch at The Gabba

14:15 - 14:30

Bus to Suncorp Stadium

14:30 - 15:30

Suncorp Stadium

15:30 - 16:00

Bus to Sleeman Sports Complex

16:00 - 17:00

Sleeman Sports Complex

Lunch
Sleeman Aquatic Centre

17:00 - 17:30
Bus to hotel

Sleeman Aquatic Centre provides a world-class venue for swimming
and aquatic activities. The facility offers state-of-the-art amenities and awelcoming environment for all.

18:30 - 19:00
Bus to dinnerWith sustainability and accessibility at its core, Sleeman Aquatic Centre
embodies the spirit of community engagement and healthy living. It isalso the future site for Brisbane 2032 events.
www.sleemansports.com.au

19:00 - 21:00

Dinner at Outback Steakhouse

21:00 - 21:30
Bus to hotel© Sleeman Sports Complex

Dinner at Outback Steak House

Wednesday 3 July
© Populous

Brisbane Lions AFLW High Performance

The Brisbane Lions AFLW High Performance centre serves as a hub for elite athletes seeking to elevate their performance to new heights. With cutting-edge facilities and expert coaching staff, the centre provides a supportiveand dynamic environment for players to train, develop, and excel in the world of Australian Rules Football.

Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary
Lone Pine offers a unique opportunity to connect
with Australia’s iconic wildlife in a beautiful, natural setting. Visitors can hold a koala, hand-feedkangaroos, and interact with a variety of native
animals while learning about conservation efforts
and environmental stewardship.

© Lennart Nacke

Brisbane (Option 3)
Lunch
Pimpama Sporting Hub

The Pimpama Sporting Hub boasts a comprehensive range of amenities,
including an aquatics centre, fitness centre, tennis and netball courts,
and a community centre.
Enveloped by expansive parklands, the hub offers more than just sports
facilities. An exemplary aspect of the Pimpama Sporting Hub is its commitment to sustainable design principles.

DAY 9

Wednesday 3 July
09:00 - 09:30

Bus to Brisbane Lions AFLWThe incorporation of solar power, battery storage, and co-generation
systems utilizing natural gas to generate both power and thermalenergy, demonstrates a dedication to reducing environmental impact
and promoting renewable energy sources.

09:30 - 10:30

www.goldcoast.qld.gov.au/Services/Venues-facilities/Major-sporting-venues/Pimpama-Sports-Hub

10:30 - 11:00© Pimpama Sports Hub

Brisbane Lions AFLW tour
Bus to Koala Sanctuary

11:00 - 12:30

Koala Sanctuary visit

12:30 - 13:30

Bus to Pimpama

13:30 - 15:30
Lunch and tour at Pimpama
Aquatic Centre

15:30 - 16:00

Gold Coast Aquatic Centre

Gold Coast Aquatic Centre (GCAC) is a world-class swimming and aquatic
venue located in the Gold Coast’s stunning Broadwater Parklands.
A star performer during the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games,
GCAC was the venue for the swimming and diving events. The centre
continues to host regular local, national and international elite sporting
competitions.
© Christopher Frederick JonesBus to Gold Coast

16:00 - 17:00
Gold Coast Aquatic Centre

17:00 - 18:00
Bus to hotel

End of 2024 IAKS Study Trip
Delegates will be brought back by bus to their Brisbane hotel or can
extend their stay in Gold Coast on their own.

Packages and Pricing
Option 1
MELBOURNE

Option 2
SYDNEY

Option 3
BRISBANE

Price of Melbourne package:

Price of Sydney package:

Price of Brisbane package:

IAKS Members: 390 EUR
Non-Members: 490 EUR
Including site visits on 25 June,architects forum on 25 June,lunch on 25 June,
dinners on 25+27 Juneand NRL game ticket

IAKS Members: 500 EUR
Non-Members: 625 EUR
Including site visits on
29 June to 1 July,lunch on 29+30 June and 1 July,dinners on 29+30 June

IAKS Members: 390 EUR
Non-Members: 490 EUR
Including site visits on 2+3 July,lunch on 2+3 July,dinner on 2 JulyINFORMATION
ParticipantsOperators of municipal and private sports and leisure facilities, architects, planners, investors
The travel packages include:•
A tour by coach with tour guides as indicated in the programme*•
Lunches at identified locations on the tour•
Evening dinner at identified locations•
Attending the NRL Game on 25 June at MCG*Some of the dates and times of the facility tours or the facilities to be visited may be subject to change.
Flights and hotel accommodation
Registration fees for the IAKS study trip do NOT include hotel accomocation, flights and airport transfers.
Delegates are kindly requested to make their own hotel arrangements to suit their requirements.
IAKS have arranged a contingent with the following hotels:
Melbourne: Hotel tbc
Sydney: The View hotel
PROMOTIONAL CODE
Brisbane: Hotel tbc

Organiser:
IAKS – International Association 		for Sports and Leisure Facilities
Eupener Straße 70
50933 Cologne, Germany
www.iaks.sport

Contact:
Silke Bardenheuer+49(0)221 168023-11
bardenheuer@iaks.sport

Registration
IAKS Study Trip to Australia 2024
MELBOURNE – SYDNEY – BRISBANEINFORMATION
Travel to and from Australia
to be organised individually and on own
account (not included in study trip
package)
Hotel accommodation
is not included in the IAKS Study Trip
packages and has to be booked at therecommended hotels on own account.
Organisational details••

Tour by coach

We recommend taking out travel
cancellation insurance as well as
health and accident insurance.

REGISTRATION (INFO@IAKS.SPORT )I wish to register bindingly* to attend the IAKS Study Trip 2024 to Australia.

INVOICING ADDRESS
Company:First name / Surname:
Address / Country: 		Phone:
Email:
IAKS membership no.:Option 1: Melbourne		

390 EUR Members, 490 EUR Non-Members

Organiser:

Option 2: Sydney		

500 EUR Members, 625 EUR Non-Members

IAKS – International Association 		for Sports and Leisure Facilities
Eupener Straße 70
50933 Cologne, Germany
info@iaks.sportwww.iaks.sport

Option 3: Brisbane		

390 EUR Members, 490 EUR Non-Members

Contact:
Silke Bardenheuer+49(0)221 168023-11
bardenheuer@iaks.sport

By giving my signature, I give my consent to the gathering by the IAKS in the course of registration for
the event of the following personal data necessary for the processing of the contractual relationship:name (first name/surname), profession, postal address, employer/company, contact data (telephone
number, email address), mode of payment and bank account details.
I also give my consent to the publication by the IAKS on the internet or in print media of sound, image
and video recordings taken in the course of the event (delete as applicable).

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Signature*Cancellation free of charge is possible by 30 April 2024, after which the full price is payable.
**Some of the dates and times of the facility tours or the facilities to be visited may be subject to change.