They were then individually craned into position and bolted together without compromising the main centre court surface, with the installation of the fabric roof following immediately.The project was fully delivered in 10 months with AECOM managing these very tight time lines.Tennis SA were very happy with the project and the success of the Adelaide International that followed. The Club offers both social and competitive tennis and there is access to professional coaching via Next Gen Health & Lifestyle Clubs. Pretty sure that Tennis SA and the SMA aren't on the same page - Tennis SA has their long term idea for Memorial Drive, the AVMA proposed their new stadium idea for the railyards, and the SMA wants most of the Tennis SA idea to be built but with the main arena on the golf course, and then handed to them to run. Memorial Drive Tennis Club (MDTC) is an icon of South Australia. Constructed in three pieces, they were transported overnight to ensure minimal disruption to traffic. Completion of the redevelopment would enable the Memorial Drive venue to once again attract major international matches including the Davis and Fed Cups, and ATP and WTA events. The relationship between Tennis SA and AECOM remains strong, as they adjust to their new home: an exciting, multi-purpose venue, aiming to bring social diversity through events to Adelaide.This website uses cookies to improve your website experience and provide more personalized services to you. Memorial Drive Tennis Centre will be covered with a new roof as part of a $10 million upgrade that will boost its chances of hosting more international events. Senator Ruston, along with the Hon. We partner with our clients to deliver a better world.Thought leadership that addresses the big issues of today and tomorrow.With the objective of re-establishing world class tennis playing platforms in South Australia, Tennis SA enlisted the help of AECOM to deliver project management services for the Memorial Drive Tennis Precinct upgrade.An exciting new steel framed, fabric roof structure complimenting the stadium’s heritage was constructed to cover the existing centre courts, creating a dynamic, contemporary venue designed for tennis, but capable of accommodating a range of other sports and entertainment performances.AECOM’s success in delivering the first stage of the development – the Anchor Project involving the upgrade of the outer courts – was a key driver in the selection process to deliver the new roof. Competitive Tennis Social Tennis A full redevelopment of all the courts was completed in 2019 and the facilities are world-class, including; Tennis SA looked to AECOM to deliver this critical project, reflecting a high degree of confidence and trust between the two parties.The $11 million program faced significant challenges from its inception. Similarly, the tender for the Managing Contractor saw Kennett, the original contractor re-appointed. The Federal Government has committed $10 million for Tennis SA to upgrade its outside courts to include world-class grass, clay and hard court facilities, but the total cost of the redevelopment is estimated at $125-150 million. In February 2019, the South Australian Government announced funding of $10 million to construct a canopy-roof structure over Memorial Drive Park, to prepare the venue to host the new Adelaide International, the first ATP sanctioned event in the city in over ten years and the first ever WTA event. Almost $10 million will be dedicated to the first stage of significant upgrades to the Memorial Drive tennis complex in Adelaide.“South Australia has a proud tradition of producing professional tennis players and this new centre, which includes improved training and education facilities for clubs, coaches and volunteers, will go a long way towards keeping that tradition alive,” Senator Ruston said.“The Liberal National Government was proud to partner with Tennis SA to cement Adelaide’s world-class sporting reputation.”.Added Minister Wingard: “The venue anchors tennis to the Riverbank Precinct and continues the proud history of Memorial Drive as the home of tennis in Adelaide.“Thousands of budding tennis players will have the chance to access these facilities on a grassroots level, but it will also form a crucial part of the overall vision for Memorial Drive.”,Massive day officially opening the $10m upgrade of.“This venue provides state-of-the-art facilities for the next generation of tennis players to be able to train on all three Grand Slam surfaces allowing us to continue our proud legacy of producing world-class players such as Lleyton Hewitt, Mark Woodforde, Thanasi Kokkinakis, Alicia Molik, Darren Cahill and John Fitzgerald,” he said.“The completion of stage one has put us in the position to host events such as the Davis Cup (held in Adelaide in February) and to redevelop of our centre court stadium in preparation for the combined ATP and WTA event starting in January 2020.”,Wildcard application and selection process,ANZ Tennis Hot Shots courts and Kid Zones,Ballkids, Officials, Coaches & Volunteers,Australian Grand Slam Coaches’ Conference,Social round-up: Aussie stars ready for clay-court swing,Sydney 2000 Olympics: Celebrating the 20-year anniversary,Social round-up: Celebrating Grand Slam highs.