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Weekdays: 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Weekends and Public Holidays: Closed

For available times and dates for general training, please check General Training timetable.

*Child is considered 4-15 years of age, children 3 years and under are free when accompanied by a full fee-paying adult.

The Athletic Centre consists of the Competition Arena and Warm Up Arena, each with a 400m track and field area for all Athletic discipline events. Built in 1994 and recently resurfaced as a Class 1 IAAF track (Warm Up Arena Class 2), the Centre prides itself on its ability to host both National and International Athletic Events.

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The Athletic Centre offers three conference rooms available for hire. The Madison de Rozario room and the two VIP rooms: Dani Stevens Suite and Melinda Gainsford-Taylor Suite are perfect for presentations, functions, meetings and group activities.

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The Athletic Centre is part of the Authority's Sports Venues division, and involves the successful daily management of facilities to meet the competition and training needs of athletes and the recreational and fitness needs of the community, thereby contributing to the advancement of a healthy, social and cultural lifestyle for the people of NSW.

Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre opened in 1994 as an international world-class, multi-function venues was utilised as a competition venue for the Sydney 2000 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 

The Sydney Olympic Park Athletic Centre has undertaken significant Capital Works upgrades recently and continue to invest in significant infrastructure enhancements to provide the best athletics venue in Australia 

Upgrades include:

1. Competition Arena Track Replacement (Scheduled completion in early 2026): State-of-the-art synthetic track built by Polytan and inclusive of a premium gel layer providing the best possible track available. Additionally, all shot put, hammer and discus circles have been re poured and will complement the new Thor 10’ Hammer Cage and a new Nordic discus cage. All jump pits have been modified to include sand traps and a new drainage system. A never before seen track colour scheme will elevate the Competition Arena as the World’s premier athletics facility. 

   *News on Warm Up Arena resurfacing to be announced end of 2026*

2. Reception Renovations (Scheduled completion in early 2026): Redesigning the existing layout to provide a more welcoming and accommodating space for staff and patrons.
3. Warm Up Arena Artificial Turf + Paving (Completed May - July 2025):The front straight grass, between the sand pits and grandstand, has been transformed into a safe and clean space for all patrons to use. Pavement around the grandstand to provide easier access to the canteen, amenities and entry/exit points. Also provided a more welcoming space for wheelchairs and prams to access the track.
4. Warm Up Arena Additional Seating (July 2024): Additional 100-200 seats available for use.
5. CCTV Project (Completed May 2024): Over 45 digital cameras are in operation across both Competition Arena and Warm Up Arena to provide better security and surveillance for the venues.
6. Competition Arena Grandstand Project (Completed August 2024): Nearly 5,000 seats and their supporting frames were replaced. The new seating design reflects current best practices and incorporates enhanced provisions for wheelchair accessibility. A refreshed colour scheme was also selected to brighten the venue.
7. Competition Arena Videoboard Project (January 2024): Brand new State-of-the-art Daktronics videoboard had been installed, using the existing frame with some modifications to the front facing panels.
8. Light Tower Project (December 2023): The 4x main light towers were upgraded from halogen to LED. In addition, the brow lights along the grandstand brow, including photo finish lights, were updated to LED.

Accessible features at the Athletic Centre:

• Accessible viewing decks and seating
• Accessible toilets and change rooms
• Emergency evacuation procedure addressing  disability needs
• Hearing loop
• Lift with tactile buttons
• Ramp access around concourse and to arena
• Reception desk and kiosk at an accessible height
• Staff trained to offer accessibility assistance
• Wheelchair accessible entry and exit 

Athletics NSW is the recognised NSW State Sporting Organisation for athletics. Providing leadership and direction to clubs, athletes, coaches and officials ranging from a grassroots level through to elite athletes.

For more information visit www.nswathletics.org.au

Kings Sports Store is located at the Athletic Centre.

They offer a wide range of equipment and accessories for track and field athletics. Personal equipment for competition, training, or specialised items are available.

For more information or to contact the store visit www.ktf.com.au

The Centre of Excellence, powered by Athletics NSW, is a high-performance facility that offers a comprehensive range of programs, including Strength and Conditioning (S&C), Sports Science Sports Medicine (SSSM) and Dietician services.

These services are designed to support aspiring and pre-elite athletes in NSW, both able-bodied and para-athletes, as well as coaches, to achieve their full potential.
 
For a complimentary tour of the facility and for more information contact: Justin.Trang@nswathletics.org.au
 

• The Athletic Centre (the Venue) is a non-smoking venue
• Management reserves the right to refuse entry
• No pass-outs will be issued
• Anyone attempting to gain entry without paying or without authorisation will be prosecuted
• Patrons are not permitted to bring glass objects or alcohol into the Venue
• Abusive, disruptive or offensive behaviour and language are not permitted
• Persons causing a disturbance or refusing to comply with a directive from venue staff will be evicted from the venue
• Persons entering the playing area without authorisation will be liable to prosecution
• Children under the age of 10 years must be closely supervised by an adult (16+ years)
• The Venue caters for all food and beverage requirements. Commercial fast foods are not permitted
• Standing and storing of belongings on seats is not permitted
• The Venue accepts no responsibility for lost or stolen belongings
• Patrons are advised not to bring mobile phones, cameras or wallets to the Venue
• Cameras and mobile phones are not permitted in the change rooms
• Drones and aerial photography involving the Venue are strictly prohibited
• For the safety of all patrons, the Venue is under CCTV surveillance at all times
• No pets or animals permitted in the Venue, with the exception of guide dogs
• Venue staff are the only authorised representatives to conduct tours of the venue
• For track preservation and longevity, all athletes wearing spikes must use starting blocks in laned events up to and including 400m and the first runner of a relay. Masters athletes and Para athletes excluded.