The stadium was the home ground of several western Sydney-based sports teams, at the time of closure the most notable were the Parramatta Eels of the National Rugby League and the Western Sydney Wanderers of the A-League .
How much did it cost to expand Parramatta Stadium?
On 2 July 2013, the Australian Federal Government, the New South Wales State Government and Parramatta Local Council announced an expansion for the stadium. A pre-existing fund of $8 million for upgrading the stadium was combined with $20 million of new funding.
What is the Parramatta District Cricket Club called now?
The club now known as the Parramatta District Cricket Club still has the Old Kings Oval as its main ground. The Parramatta Rugby Union club now plays at Granville Rugby Park.
What is the history of the Parramatta oval?
Cumberland Oval was the main sporting venue for the Parramatta District from the mid 19th Century until 1982. It was initially a venue for horse-racing, cricket and athletics then for rugby union from 1879 and rugby league from 1909. Motorsports racing started in 1930 with motorcycles, then speedcars in 1936.
How far is Pirtek Stadium from Parramatta station?
TRAIN & FERRY The Parramatta Railway Station and RiverCat terminals are both approximately 2km from the Stadium. PIRTEK STADIUM DEDICATED SHUTTLE BUS For all major events held at Pirtek Stadium a free shuttle bus service runs from Parramatta Station and Pirtek Stadium.
What happened to the Parramatta District Cricket Club’s Old Kings oval?
When the nearby King’s School moved to North Parramatta during the 1970s the turf pitches were removed and the cricket club moved to the oval that had been the school’s main sports ground. The club now known as the Parramatta District Cricket Club still has the Old Kings Oval as its main ground.
