General Bombers Talk The NEC Hangar

[boncer34]

Wtf no

Why not?

 

[Lore]

NEC Hangar to become Australia's leading sports and community precinct

A-League club Western United will be based at the NEC Hangar for at least the next two years.

www.essendonfc.com.au

Essendon Football Club is pleased to announce a partnership with Western United Football Club that will see the A-League team based at the NEC Hangar for at least the next two years.

The partnership marks a significant progression in the second stage of the club's commercial and strategic growth plan for the NEC Hangar precinct.

In an affiliation that will see the NEC Hangar extend its capabilities as a world-class, all-purpose precinct alongside existing partner Paralympics Australia, Western United’s football program will relocate to the Melbourne Airport base from this week, with the club’s administration joining early next year.

• It's a minimum two year partnership, similar to the one with Paralympics Australia.
• Western United will mostly be using the community oval and some of the "new performance and expanded office areas".
• Has no direct impact on the operation of our football programs, in particular use of training facilities.
• Ensuring our Men's and Women's football programs were not compromised was a priority in agreeing to the partnership.
• More opportunities for mutual benefit may crop up as closer relationships between staff and players develop.
• Foundation partner of the "Elite Park" zone of the Melbourne Airport precinct growth projections... whatever that means?

Hangar features to be unveiled soon include:

• Community and Education Hub
• Sports Museum
• Function Centre
• Athlete Accomodation
• Community Health and Wellbeing Centre
• Public Cafe

Will also include:

• Expanded elite underage AFL pathway programs
• Medical precinct in partnership with Victorian Aboriginal Health Service
  • Actively exploring opportunities to broaden the scope of health services that can be accommodated at the Hangar beyond this partnership as well.

 

[tandino]

Get the payment in advance.

 

[tandino]

• Foundation partner of the "Elite Park" zone of the Melbourne Airport precinct growth projections... whatever that means?

Can only assume it's some sort of carpark with a 3km walk from the terminal.

 

[owen87]

Can only assume it's some sort of carpark with a 3km walk from the terminal.

In an effort to diversify away from Gaming Machines, Essendon will be replacing their revenue stream with Airport Parking.

 

[Runk]

In an effort to diversify away from Gaming Machines, Essendon will be replacing their revenue stream with Airport Parking.

THE NEW POKIES!

 

[fairbump_playon]

In an effort to diversify away from Gaming Machines, Essendon will be replacing their revenue stream with Airport Parking.

LOL at least with gaming punters win occasionally

 

[Lore]

 

[Lore]

 

[Mercurial89]

I'll have to get out there one day.
Looks pretty great

 

[Lore]

Extended the sponsorship deal with NEC as well

 

[Old Campaigner]

We’re really sticking our NEC out if we’re not insisting on cash up front from that A League side

 

[Mootsy]

Some ideas i wanted to throw in for the facility,
perhaps some flowers to colour the garden up a bit, maybe some cherry blossoms,
a zen garden, etc.

 

[Vindicater]

Zen Garden would be cool.

 

[I Remember Bluey]

Dons and Tradie form perfect package

Iconic Aussie brand Tradie will support the Dons in 2022.

www.essendonfc.com.au

Dons and Tradie form perfect package​

Iconic Aussie brand Tradie will support the Dons in 2022.


Tradie will be supporting the Dons in 2022. (Photo: Essendon FC)

The Bombers are proud to announce a new partnership with iconic Australian brand Tradie, which will support the Bombers in 2022.
Tradie is set to be the club’s official underwear, deodorant and bodywash partner, and will feature on the players' training and playing shorts this season.
Tradie Founder and CEO Ben Goodfellow established the brand in 2010 with the desire of adding personality, humour and functionality to the underwear market.

Since then, Tradie has expanded from an underwear brand to now produce workwear, boots, babywear, tools, drinks and beauty.

Essendon players model Tradie underwear. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Essendon CEO Xavier Campbell said the club was excited to partner with the lovable Australian brand.
“We are thrilled to align with a home-grown Australian brand in Tradie and work together throughout the 2022 season,” Campbell said.

“Tradie are coming on board with the club on the eve of what promises to be a very exciting season for the red and black, and of course, coincides with our 150th anniversary year so we’re thrilled to have the support of Ben and the wider team at Tradie.”

Goodfellow said he was proud to partner with Essendon, especially as a lifelong Bombers supporter.

“As a lifelong supporter of the Bombers I’m pumped to have the Tradie brand on the shorts for the 2022 season,” Goodfellow said.
“To be associated to this great club in its 150th year is a privilege and we look forward to having some fun with the Tradie brand and the Bombers players.
“We’ll ensure the boys are comfy as in their Tradie undies and they’re smelling fresh with our Tradie deodorant. Go Dons!”




https://membership.essendonfc.com.au/

 

[Ati Tude]

Dons and Tradie form perfect package

Iconic Aussie brand Tradie will support the Dons in 2022.

www.essendonfc.com.au

Dons and Tradie form perfect package​

Iconic Aussie brand Tradie will support the Dons in 2022.


Tradie will be supporting the Dons in 2022. (Photo: Essendon FC)

The Bombers are proud to announce a new partnership with iconic Australian brand Tradie, which will support the Bombers in 2022.
Tradie is set to be the club’s official underwear, deodorant and bodywash partner, and will feature on the players' training and playing shorts this season.
Tradie Founder and CEO Ben Goodfellow established the brand in 2010 with the desire of adding personality, humour and functionality to the underwear market.

Since then, Tradie has expanded from an underwear brand to now produce workwear, boots, babywear, tools, drinks and beauty.

Essendon players model Tradie underwear. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Essendon CEO Xavier Campbell said the club was excited to partner with the lovable Australian brand.
“We are thrilled to align with a home-grown Australian brand in Tradie and work together throughout the 2022 season,” Campbell said.

“Tradie are coming on board with the club on the eve of what promises to be a very exciting season for the red and black, and of course, coincides with our 150th anniversary year so we’re thrilled to have the support of Ben and the wider team at Tradie.”

Goodfellow said he was proud to partner with Essendon, especially as a lifelong Bombers supporter.

“As a lifelong supporter of the Bombers I’m pumped to have the Tradie brand on the shorts for the 2022 season,” Goodfellow said.
“To be associated to this great club in its 150th year is a privilege and we look forward to having some fun with the Tradie brand and the Bombers players.
“We’ll ensure the boys are comfy as in their Tradie undies and they’re smelling fresh with our Tradie deodorant. Go Dons!”




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Where was Jake "The Package" Stringer?

 

[I Remember Bluey]

Bombers unveil Bruce Reid Medical Rooms

The late Dr Bruce Reid's incredible legacy lives on at the NEC Hangar.

www.essendonfc.com.au

Bombers unveil Bruce Reid Medical Rooms​

The late Dr Bruce Reid's incredible legacy lives on at the NEC Hangar.


Members of the Reid family inside the Bruce Reid Medical Rooms at the NEC Hangar. (Photo: Essendon FC)
The late Dr Bruce Reid's incredible legacy at the Bombers has been further honoured with the naming of the Bruce Reid Medical Rooms at the NEC Hangar.
Reid's family visited the club on Tuesday for the unveiling in front of the entire playing group, just two weeks after the former club doctor was elevated to Legend status in Essendon's prestigious Hall of Fame.

A universally loved figure, Reid was the best in his field as the AFL's longest-serving doctor, working across seven V/AFL Grand Finals and four premierships in his 39-year tenure at the Bombers.
On a deeper level, he became a confidant and friend to Essendon's players and their families across generations due to his professionalism, expertise, and sharp-witted nature.

See a selection of the club's snaps from the unveiling of the Bruce Reid Medical Rooms below.

CEO Xavier Campbell and captain Dyson Heppell with the Reid family at the unveiling. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Sam Draper with the late Bruce Reid's wife Judy. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Nik Cox signs an autograph for Fletcher - one of the late Bruce Reid's grandchildren. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Jake Stringer

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Jake Stringer

Age

30

Ht

192cm

Wt

92kg

Pos.

Fwd

Career

Season

Last 5

D

12.9

3star

K

8.5

3star

HB

4.4

3star

M

3.3

3star

T

2.5

4star

G

1.8

5star

D

8.5

2star

K

7.0

3star

HB

1.5

1star

M

2.8

3star

T

3.8

4star

G

2.5

5star

D

7.2

2star

K

4.8

2star

HB

2.4

3star

M

2.6

3star

T

1.4

4star

G

1.4

5star

with some of the late Bruce Reid's granddaughters. (Photo: Essendon FC)

Michael Hurley

18

Michael Hurley

Age

33

Ht

193cm

Wt

94kg

Pos.

Def

Career

Season

Last 5

D

18.3

5star

K

12.1

4star

HB

6.2

4star

M

6.4

5star

T

0.9

3star

MG

389.3

5star

D

16.5

4star

K

11.8

5star

HB

4.7

3star

M

6.3

5star

T

0.3

1star

MG

301.2

4star

D

15.0

4star

K

7.6

3star

HB

7.4

5star

M

5.0

5star

T

2.0

4star

with the late Dr Bruce Reid's wife Judy. (Photo: Essendon FC)
https://membership.essendonfc.com.au/

 

[Lore]

Essendon’s AFL base an option as Western United look for a home

Western United chief executive Chris Pehlivanis has confirmed that the nomadic A-League club is in talks with Essendon over a deal to use Tullamarine as a training base.

www.theage.com.au

Western United potentially moving in as a training base.

Can't really see a problem with it... but I'd be collecting the rent up front. Kinda bizarre organisation, that kind of A-League club that you're never sure will be around in 12 months.

Maybe they can get us some of that winning culture while they're here

 

[I Remember Bluey]

No idea where this should go, so move if required mods.

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/bombers-hq-at-risk-of-redevelopment-as-part-of-melbourne-airport-expansion/news-story/db0f583da2256da0587b58f5c4ea20fd

Melbourne Airport expansion threatens future of Essendon Football Club’s​

Bombers fans chipped in $10m as part of The Hanger’s multimillion-dollar facelift in 2021 — but all that work could soon be undone.

Melbourne Airport's 2022 approved masterplan artist’s impression. Picture: supplied

​

Essendon Football Club’s high-performance training facility may be at-risk of redevelopment, with Melbourne Airport officials refusing to say if long-term expansions will impact the club.
Bombers HQ – located on federally-owned land within the airport’s Elite Park precinct – houses two football fields sized to match the MCG and Marvel Stadium, indoor training facilities and administrative services.

But sources have told the Herald Sun confidential discussions between club officials and airport planners suggested some infrastructure on the Don’s $27 million site, dubbed ‘The Hangar,’ may be impacted by two new runways and wider developments in the precinct.

Future plans for Melbourne Airport's two new proposed runways. Picture: supplied

Such impacts would mean a possible rework of the 10,000sq m site, which was upgraded in 2021 at a cost of $21.5 million — it’s supporter base chipped in $10 million.
The Bombers famously relocated to its new base along Melrose Dr in 2013 from its spiritual home of nearly 100 years at Windy Hill.
It comes as airport officials move forward with the early stages of its Approved 2022 Master Plan to develop a TopGolf, an entertainment space and driving range, inside Elite Park

It can be revealed a permit was submitted to The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water earlier this month for the removal of protected grassland.
Elite Park’s already home to UrbnSurf, famed eatery Three Blue Ducks, Hanrob Pet Hotel, Qantas Joey Club Childcare Centre, and the Dons’ multimillion-dollar headquarters.
But Melbourne Airport officials refused to share any further insight detailing their long-term plans and potential impacts on Bombers HQ and the wider Elite Park precinct.

Officials also refused to comment on the matter when presented with an artist impression from its Master Plan which depicted parts of a markedly improved Elite Park.

The current site of Elite Park which houses Essendon Football Club and UrbnSurf. Picture: Supplied

A statement accompanying the illustration vaguely outlined possible future plans.
“It is anticipated that Elite Park will evolve over time, initially (over the next five years) with leisure and customer experience facilities (that build off the existing facilities and tenants.)

“And ultimately as a mixed-use environment with the addition of higher value, higher-density developments to support existing facilities.”
Roads, water, sewerage and electrical infrastructure would also be developed, while the report briefly mentioned plans for Elite Park over the next 10 years.
“The airport has planned the site for high-value commercial developments focused on sporting, leisure and customer experiences,” the report continued.
“There would be in addition to more traditional urban-commercial developments such as low-density offices, education, and ancillary retail and showrooms.”

A spokesman for the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and The arts confirmed earlier consultations had taken place, but would not be drawn on the specifics.”
“Melbourne Airport is currently considering whether the Elite Park Precinct development or proposed Top Golf venue will require a Major Development Plan to be submitted for Minister King’s consideration under the Airports Act 1996.”

“The Government also has clear expectations that leased federal airports, including Melbourne Airport, undertake regular and ongoing consultation with airport users, state and territory governments, local authorities and the community to improve information sharing and strengthen planning and development outcomes,” a spokesman said.

“While consultation occurred during the development of the 2022 Melbourne Airport Master Plan, which includes the future development of the Elite Park Precinct, the Government expects Melbourne Airport to continue engaging on planning matters such as this – as this engagement is fundamental to the successful long-term development of the airport.”

​

Five games are scheduled for this year’s VFL premiership season at The Hangar while six VFLW matches were also slated to take place.

When approached for comment, a Dons spokesman said the club was on a “long-term lease.”

 

[thebigboy]

Seems like a lot of ifs & maybes around what may or may not be planned for future developments. Don't really know what to read into it tbh.

 

[yodellinhank]

Don't really know what to read into it tbh.

Club in crisis.

 

[TheGreatBarryB]

Let’s go back to Windy Hill then.

 

[andleanback]

No idea where this should go, so move if required mods.

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/bombers-hq-at-risk-of-redevelopment-as-part-of-melbourne-airport-expansion/news-story/db0f583da2256da0587b58f5c4ea20fd

Melbourne Airport expansion threatens future of Essendon Football Club’s​

Bombers fans chipped in $10m as part of The Hanger’s multimillion-dollar facelift in 2021 — but all that work could soon be undone.

Melbourne Airport's 2022 approved masterplan artist’s impression. Picture: supplied

​

Essendon Football Club’s high-performance training facility may be at-risk of redevelopment, with Melbourne Airport officials refusing to say if long-term expansions will impact the club.
Bombers HQ – located on federally-owned land within the airport’s Elite Park precinct – houses two football fields sized to match the MCG and Marvel Stadium, indoor training facilities and administrative services.

But sources have told the Herald Sun confidential discussions between club officials and airport planners suggested some infrastructure on the Don’s $27 million site, dubbed ‘The Hangar,’ may be impacted by two new runways and wider developments in the precinct.

Future plans for Melbourne Airport's two new proposed runways. Picture: supplied

Such impacts would mean a possible rework of the 10,000sq m site, which was upgraded in 2021 at a cost of $21.5 million — it’s supporter base chipped in $10 million.
The Bombers famously relocated to its new base along Melrose Dr in 2013 from its spiritual home of nearly 100 years at Windy Hill.
It comes as airport officials move forward with the early stages of its Approved 2022 Master Plan to develop a TopGolf, an entertainment space and driving range, inside Elite Park

It can be revealed a permit was submitted to The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water earlier this month for the removal of protected grassland.
Elite Park’s already home to UrbnSurf, famed eatery Three Blue Ducks, Hanrob Pet Hotel, Qantas Joey Club Childcare Centre, and the Dons’ multimillion-dollar headquarters.
But Melbourne Airport officials refused to share any further insight detailing their long-term plans and potential impacts on Bombers HQ and the wider Elite Park precinct.

Officials also refused to comment on the matter when presented with an artist impression from its Master Plan which depicted parts of a markedly improved Elite Park.

The current site of Elite Park which houses Essendon Football Club and UrbnSurf. Picture: Supplied

A statement accompanying the illustration vaguely outlined possible future plans.
“It is anticipated that Elite Park will evolve over time, initially (over the next five years) with leisure and customer experience facilities (that build off the existing facilities and tenants.)

“And ultimately as a mixed-use environment with the addition of higher value, higher-density developments to support existing facilities.”
Roads, water, sewerage and electrical infrastructure would also be developed, while the report briefly mentioned plans for Elite Park over the next 10 years.
“The airport has planned the site for high-value commercial developments focused on sporting, leisure and customer experiences,” the report continued.
“There would be in addition to more traditional urban-commercial developments such as low-density offices, education, and ancillary retail and showrooms.”

A spokesman for the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and The arts confirmed earlier consultations had taken place, but would not be drawn on the specifics.”
“Melbourne Airport is currently considering whether the Elite Park Precinct development or proposed Top Golf venue will require a Major Development Plan to be submitted for Minister King’s consideration under the Airports Act 1996.”

“The Government also has clear expectations that leased federal airports, including Melbourne Airport, undertake regular and ongoing consultation with airport users, state and territory governments, local authorities and the community to improve information sharing and strengthen planning and development outcomes,” a spokesman said.

“While consultation occurred during the development of the 2022 Melbourne Airport Master Plan, which includes the future development of the Elite Park Precinct, the Government expects Melbourne Airport to continue engaging on planning matters such as this – as this engagement is fundamental to the successful long-term development of the airport.”

​

Five games are scheduled for this year’s VFL premiership season at The Hangar while six VFLW matches were also slated to take place.

When approached for comment, a Dons spokesman said the club was on a “long-term lease.”

So much clickbait, theyve just added essendon into the article for clicks. The hangar isn’t going to be affected.

 

[Lore]

No idea where this should go, so move if required mods.

https://www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/bombers-hq-at-risk-of-redevelopment-as-part-of-melbourne-airport-expansion/news-story/db0f583da2256da0587b58f5c4ea20fd

Melbourne Airport expansion threatens future of Essendon Football Club’s​

Bombers fans chipped in $10m as part of The Hanger’s multimillion-dollar facelift in 2021 — but all that work could soon be undone.

Melbourne Airport's 2022 approved masterplan artist’s impression. Picture: supplied

​

Essendon Football Club’s high-performance training facility may be at-risk of redevelopment, with Melbourne Airport officials refusing to say if long-term expansions will impact the club.
Bombers HQ – located on federally-owned land within the airport’s Elite Park precinct – houses two football fields sized to match the MCG and Marvel Stadium, indoor training facilities and administrative services.

But sources have told the Herald Sun confidential discussions between club officials and airport planners suggested some infrastructure on the Don’s $27 million site, dubbed ‘The Hangar,’ may be impacted by two new runways and wider developments in the precinct.

Future plans for Melbourne Airport's two new proposed runways. Picture: supplied

Such impacts would mean a possible rework of the 10,000sq m site, which was upgraded in 2021 at a cost of $21.5 million — it’s supporter base chipped in $10 million.
The Bombers famously relocated to its new base along Melrose Dr in 2013 from its spiritual home of nearly 100 years at Windy Hill.
It comes as airport officials move forward with the early stages of its Approved 2022 Master Plan to develop a TopGolf, an entertainment space and driving range, inside Elite Park

It can be revealed a permit was submitted to The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water earlier this month for the removal of protected grassland.
Elite Park’s already home to UrbnSurf, famed eatery Three Blue Ducks, Hanrob Pet Hotel, Qantas Joey Club Childcare Centre, and the Dons’ multimillion-dollar headquarters.
But Melbourne Airport officials refused to share any further insight detailing their long-term plans and potential impacts on Bombers HQ and the wider Elite Park precinct.

Officials also refused to comment on the matter when presented with an artist impression from its Master Plan which depicted parts of a markedly improved Elite Park.

The current site of Elite Park which houses Essendon Football Club and UrbnSurf. Picture: Supplied

A statement accompanying the illustration vaguely outlined possible future plans.
“It is anticipated that Elite Park will evolve over time, initially (over the next five years) with leisure and customer experience facilities (that build off the existing facilities and tenants.)

“And ultimately as a mixed-use environment with the addition of higher value, higher-density developments to support existing facilities.”
Roads, water, sewerage and electrical infrastructure would also be developed, while the report briefly mentioned plans for Elite Park over the next 10 years.
“The airport has planned the site for high-value commercial developments focused on sporting, leisure and customer experiences,” the report continued.
“There would be in addition to more traditional urban-commercial developments such as low-density offices, education, and ancillary retail and showrooms.”

A spokesman for the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and The arts confirmed earlier consultations had taken place, but would not be drawn on the specifics.”
“Melbourne Airport is currently considering whether the Elite Park Precinct development or proposed Top Golf venue will require a Major Development Plan to be submitted for Minister King’s consideration under the Airports Act 1996.”

“The Government also has clear expectations that leased federal airports, including Melbourne Airport, undertake regular and ongoing consultation with airport users, state and territory governments, local authorities and the community to improve information sharing and strengthen planning and development outcomes,” a spokesman said.

“While consultation occurred during the development of the 2022 Melbourne Airport Master Plan, which includes the future development of the Elite Park Precinct, the Government expects Melbourne Airport to continue engaging on planning matters such as this – as this engagement is fundamental to the successful long-term development of the airport.”

​

Five games are scheduled for this year’s VFL premiership season at The Hangar while six VFLW matches were also slated to take place.

When approached for comment, a Dons spokesman said the club was on a “long-term lease.”

Fails to mention that the club has a long term lease until 2050 for the bit of land we're building crap on.

Fails to mention that the state and federal governments are tipping a bunch of money to build more crap on that bit of land for the AFL, Womens sport and Paralympians. Governments can be stupid, but they're not going to be actively paying to build stuff that's going to be torn down in the next election cycle unless they're planning to lose said election.

Author also doesn't seem to have actually looked at the planning documents... The development that the 2022 Melbourne Airport Master Plan includes for the space around the Hangar (called "Elite Park" and "Landside Main Precinct") are things like hotels, a medical centre, sporting, leisure, customer stuff. Which is to say, more stuff like the Hangar.

Master Plan

www.melbourneairport.com.au

Scaremongering clickbait.

 

[Lore]

Let’s go back to Windy Hill then.

It's barely up to scratch for VFL footy and we can't even play that there until mid-season thanks to the cricket club... they seem to like ******* the footy club around and refuse to agree to upgrade anything there, so it's not likely to change any time soon either.