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A gala opening is earmarked to celebrate the arrival of the latest addition to the State’s sport and entertainment venues.

Premier Colin Barnett announced the dates for the completed Perth Arena.

“Practical completion will occur in August as previously announced with a three-month commissioning period including all system testing, furnishing, training and a series of test events to follow,” Barnett said.

“The people of Western Australia can expect a very exciting opening program that will allow the community access to fully experience the venue.

“While it cost more than it should have, I’m confident the arena will prove to be a wonderful venue for all West Australians to enjoy.”

Sport and Recreation Minister Terry Waldron said the venue would be a multipurpose facility equipped for everything from concerts for 15,500 fans, to Hopman Cup tennis and dozens of other uses.

“Having this facility means we will see many more touring acts than ever before choose Perth for shows and events,” Waldron said.

ARM Architects say the stadium has a very flexible design, allowing for crowds of up to 12,000 in concert mode and up to 14,500 in tennis mode. Alternatively, the arena can be closed down for an intimate concert with 3000 people.

The Premier and Minister also revealed the opening roof with the first public showing of this unique feature.

Architecture & Design Team

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