State Sport Centres - Lakeside Stadium

State Sport Centres – Lakeside Stadium is a state-of-the-art athletic facility located in Albert Park, Melbourne. It is part of the Melbourne Sports Centres, which aims to serve the sporting community in Victoria and provide support for athletes at all levels.

The stadium offers a range of sports courts and stadiums that are meticulously maintained and cater to various sporting activities such as basketball, squash, badminton, volleyball, and table tennis. These courts are available for private hire, competitions, and training sessions, with a seating capacity of up to 1,800 spectators.

The operating hours of State Sport Centres – Lakeside Stadium align with the general opening hours of the Melbourne Sports Centres. From Monday to Friday, the stadium opens at 6:00 am and closes at 10:00 pm. On weekends, it opens at 7:00 am and closes at 8:00 pm. It is important to note that these hours may vary, and it is advised to refer to the updated schedule on the Melbourne Sports Centres website.

To access the stadium, visitors can use the main reception located on the Aughtie Drive side of the venue. For basketball competitions, there is a separate entry point available at the southern end of the complex. Public transportation is a convenient option, with two tram routes, Route 96 and Route 12, stopping near the front door of the stadium.

Parking facilities are provided for visitors, with the stadium offering all-day parking in its designated carpark located at the southern end of the Melbourne Sports Centres. It can be accessed from Aughtie Drive. Contactless payment upon exit is encouraged, and members and swim school families receive three hours of complimentary parking daily.

State Sport Centres – Lakeside Stadium is just one component of the Melbourne Sports Centres' comprehensive facilities. It is equipped with world-class aquatic facilities that include two 50m competition pools, a 25m indoor lap pool, a multipurpose pool, a hydrotherapy pool, spa, sauna, and steam room. These facilities are available for training, competitions, and recovery sessions.

For more information about State Sport Centres – Lakeside Stadium and the Melbourne Sports Centres, visitors can contact the venue via phone at +61 3 9926 1555 or email at info@melbournesportscentres. au. Detailed opening hours and other relevant information can be found on their website.