South Sydney Potential Move to Allianz Stadium - Denied

[azif]

Souths Crowds will lift dramatically with move to SFS

Well according to your mob the league fans are to scared to leave the home and the neighbourhood so won’t matter on stadium

tribalism
something fumblers know nothing about, bit like you & literacy

[leeroy*NRL*]

SFS will be In the heart of South Sydney (Redfern)

[makingnrlfansgowacko]

tribalism
something fumblers know nothing about, bit like you & literacy

sure tribalism is just an excuse for being to scared for leaving mummies house

says the twerp who has never left his mummies basement

arnt AFL fans loaded where the families travel around the country following there team as no one supports AFL and the Team in NSW, QLD NT etc?

where as the NRL fan dont travel as they are to scared to leave the bedroom due to tribalism as the other NRL fan key board hero that lives up the road is just a terrifying prospect to face in public eg an over weight computer gamer!


these are all your excuses btw azif

[azif]

sure tribalism is just an excuse for being to scared for leaving mummies house

says the twerp who has never left his mummies basement

arnt AFL fans loaded where the families travel around the country following there team as no one supports AFL and the Team in NSW, QLD NT etc?

where as the NRL fan dont travel as they are to scared to leave the bedroom due to tribalism as the other NRL fan key board hero that lives up the road is just a terrifying prospect to face in public eg an over weight computer gamer!


these are all your excuses btw azif

50K NRL fans from outside of Brisbane for Magic round
30K NRL fans from outside of Las Vegas & outside of the USA

[makingnrlfansgowacko]

says the twerp who has never left his mummies basement

arnt AFL fans loaded where the families travel around the country following there team as no one supports AFL and the Team in NSW, QLD NT etc?

where as the NRL fan dont travel as they are to scared to leave the bedroom due to tribalism as the other NRL fan key board hero that lives up the road is just a terrifying prospect to face in public eg an over weight computer gamer!


these are all your excuses btw azif

50K NRL fans from outside of Brisbane for Magic round
30K NRL fans from outside of Las Vegas & outside of the USA

more random made up numbers with no evidence

[Beaussie]

Souths Crowds will lift dramatically with move to SFS

Not going to happen now until after the current contract that South’s signed ends in 2030.

In hindsight, it was pretty silly of Souths to sign such a long term contract, especially after knowing Accor Stadium was not going to be redeveloped anytime soon.



Leaked documents reveal SCG Trust campaigned for South Sydney to return to Allianz Stadium

Following South Sydney’s devastating Allianz Stadium blow, leaked documents have emerged suggesting a heavyweight player campaigned for the Rabbitohs’ return to the venue.

Phil Rothfield and Brent Read
June 17, 2025 - 8:25PM

https://www.codesports.com.au/nrl/rabbi ... d22ffbe181

South Sydney’s bid to quit Sydney Olympic Park to move to Allianz Stadium has been quashed by the state government.

The NSW minister for sport Steve Kamper wrote to Rabbitohs boss Blake Solly on Tuesday with his decision to reject the club’s bid to join arch rivals the Sydney Roosters at the $860 million stadium in Moore Park.

The devastating rejection for Souths comes as a leaked document emerges which suggests that the then-SCG Trust - which has now handed over control of stadiums to Venues NSW - actively campaigned to have the club return to Allianz Stadium when it was opened in 2022.

This masthead has obtained the 13-page document, in which the Trust highlighted the Rabbitohs’ connection to the area and its historical success in the Moore Park district.

It also talked about Allianz Stadium as an “unbeatable location” with a google map illustrating it is only 12 minutes from the venue to Souths Juniors League Club.

Premier Minns was made aware of the pitch in a letter from South Sydney chief executive Blake Solly on June 12 in which he urged the premier to support the club’s return to Allianz Stadium.


South Sydney move to Allianz Stadium has been blocked.

In the letter, Solly said the club had accepted the decision to shelve work on Accor Stadium five years ago in the “best interest of the state”. He went on to reveal that Souths co-owner Russell Crowe attended a meeting with then-Premier Gladys Berejiklian and ARL Commission chair Peter V’landys to discuss and support in good faith the proposed abandonment of the renovation of Accor Stadium.

Immediately, after that announcement, Solly said Souths were approached by the Trust to move matches to Allianz Stadium when it was completed.

The letter goes on to say: “Premier, it is our view that this issue can be easily and speedily resolved in the best interests of all parties. We therefore ask for an opportunity to discuss with you a new long-term arrangement for the Rabbitohs at Allianz and Accor Stadia which will provide the NSW Government with the certainty it seeks for more rugby league content well into the future.”

The club’s request for a meeting has taken on added importance after the state government issued a statement insisting Souths must continue to play at least nine matches a season at Accor Stadium.

“The reality is they signed a contract in 2021, we need to deal with the situation as it stands,” a spokesman for Kamper said.


South Sydney are contracted to play at Accor Stadium until the end of 2030. Picture: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

“The Rabbitohs are contracted to play nine matches per season at Accor Stadium until 2030, as they have been since 2006, and we look forward to continuing to work with the Rabbitohs as they create the best game day experience for their fans and players at home at Accor,” a spokesman for Kamper said.

“The cost to taxpayers of relocating the Rabbitohs from Accor Stadium to Allianz Stadium, has been estimated by Venues NSW to result in a net loss of between $4.5m and $14m per annum, largely attributable to long-term agreements around naming rights and commercial programs.

“This is taxpayer money we simply can’t afford to spend on moving stadiums for the Rabbitohs when we have critical essential services including schools and hospitals that need to be funded.

“South Sydney Rabbitohs have three uncontracted home matches each year. Venues NSW remains open on hosting South Sydney Rabbitohs’ uncontracted games at Allianz Stadium.”

A disappointed Solly confirmed he had received the letter on Tuesday and revealed he had asked the minister for a full and detailed assessment of the benefits and the costs in relation to relocating the Rabbitohs from Accor Stadium.


The ‘Home of the Sydney Roosters’ sign at Allianz Stadium.

“Minister Kamper has written to us rejecting our request,” he said.

Souths chair Nick Pappas added: “This decision is clearly disappointing. We moved to Accor Stadium at a time when the club had only just been readmitted to the premiership and was struggling to get back on its feet.

“The deal we were offered was simply too good to refuse. Since then, we have been promised that there would be significant investment in Accor Stadium but that has failed to come to fruition.

“Given the lack of action and the failure to follow through on previous commitments, to be told we must stay at the stadium until 2030 is naturally devastating. South Sydney fans have already shown how they feel by starting a petition to push for the move and this latest development is only likely to inflame tension.

“As a club, all we want is a sensible compromise, even if that means a staggered return to Allianz Stadium.”

South Sydney have been actively campaigning to return to Allianz Stadium for some time now but their bid has met resistance not only from the state government, but also their bitter rivals the Sydney Roosters.


Image from South Sydney's proposal to play at Allianz Stadium.

The Roosters, one of Allianz Stadium’s anchor tenants, have privately and publicly campaigned to have Souths remain at Accor Stadium.

Among their arguments is that the ground is at capacity given the concerns over the surface, which has been criticised for its capacity to handle too much traffic as well as bad weather.

The Rabbitohs’ belief is that if the surface can’t handle more content, it needs to be improved so it can. They are also quick to point out that the venue is not run or owned by the Roosters, but was paid for by the taxpayers.

Despite the rancour between the clubs and senior officials, Pappas and his Roosters counterpart Nick Politis have a strong relationship and have held talks behind closed doors over the prospect of a Rabbitohs’ return.

It is understood Politis, one of the most powerful figures in the game, is not opposed to Souths playing some games at Allianz Stadium.

[Terry]

The Homebush stadium should have been bulldozed straight after the Olympics. The place is a shithole and the stadium ain't fit for purpose. Moore park should have been an 80k seater and made Sydney's premier stadium for RL, RU, soccer, GF's, SOO's and all other premium sports events and concerts.

It could also have had tennants in Souths, Roosters, Waratahs and Sydney FC. How cost effective would that have been? Politicians of all stripes are fools.

As it stands the Rabbitohs shouldn't be made the scapegoat for poor govt decisions. Their area is around Moore park. They should be allowed to play there. That they're not is insanity.

[makingnrlfansgowacko]

The Homebush stadium should have been bulldozed straight after the Olympics. The place is a shithole and the stadium ain't fit for purpose. Moore park should have been an 80k seater and made Sydney's premier stadium for RL, RU, soccer, GF's, SOO's and all other premium sports events and concerts.

It could also have had tennants in Souths, Roosters, Waratahs and Sydney FC. How cost effective would that have been? Politicians of all stripes are fools.

As it stands the Rabbitohs shouldn't be made the scapegoat for poor govt decisions. Their area is around Moore park. They should be allowed to play there. That they're not is insanity.

maybe they should stop wasting money on club grounds and something that no other code gets and put money in to centralised state venues eg ground grounds like Optus Perth, MCG Melbourne, Adelaide oval etc

[Terry]

The Homebush stadium should have been bulldozed straight after the Olympics. The place is a shithole and the stadium ain't fit for purpose. Moore park should have been an 80k seater and made Sydney's premier stadium for RL, RU, soccer, GF's, SOO's and all other premium sports events and concerts.

It could also have had tennants in Souths, Roosters, Waratahs and Sydney FC. How cost effective would that have been? Politicians of all stripes are fools.

As it stands the Rabbitohs shouldn't be made the scapegoat for poor govt decisions. Their area is around Moore park. They should be allowed to play there. That they're not is insanity.

maybe they should stop wasting money on club grounds and something that no other code gets and put money in to centralised state venues eg ground grounds like Optus Perth, MCG Melbourne, Adelaide oval etc

You got me at, ".....that no other code gets...." Wackjob lolololololololol!!!!!!!!!!! In those 5 words you have proven your Wackjobability lolololol!!!

Have a great day Wacky!!!!!!!!!!

[leeroy*NRL*]

Souths Crowds will lift dramatically with move to SFS

Not going to happen now until after the current contract that South’s signed ends in 2030.

In hindsight, it was pretty silly of Souths to sign such a long term contract, especially after knowing Accor Stadium was not going to be redeveloped anytime soon.



Leaked documents reveal SCG Trust campaigned for South Sydney to return to Allianz Stadium

Following South Sydney’s devastating Allianz Stadium blow, leaked documents have emerged suggesting a heavyweight player campaigned for the Rabbitohs’ return to the venue.

Phil Rothfield and Brent Read
June 17, 2025 - 8:25PM

https://www.codesports.com.au/nrl/rabbi ... d22ffbe181

South Sydney’s bid to quit Sydney Olympic Park to move to Allianz Stadium has been quashed by the state government.

The NSW minister for sport Steve Kamper wrote to Rabbitohs boss Blake Solly on Tuesday with his decision to reject the club’s bid to join arch rivals the Sydney Roosters at the $860 million stadium in Moore Park.

The devastating rejection for Souths comes as a leaked document emerges which suggests that the then-SCG Trust - which has now handed over control of stadiums to Venues NSW - actively campaigned to have the club return to Allianz Stadium when it was opened in 2022.

This masthead has obtained the 13-page document, in which the Trust highlighted the Rabbitohs’ connection to the area and its historical success in the Moore Park district.

It also talked about Allianz Stadium as an “unbeatable location” with a google map illustrating it is only 12 minutes from the venue to Souths Juniors League Club.

Premier Minns was made aware of the pitch in a letter from South Sydney chief executive Blake Solly on June 12 in which he urged the premier to support the club’s return to Allianz Stadium.


South Sydney move to Allianz Stadium has been blocked.

In the letter, Solly said the club had accepted the decision to shelve work on Accor Stadium five years ago in the “best interest of the state”. He went on to reveal that Souths co-owner Russell Crowe attended a meeting with then-Premier Gladys Berejiklian and ARL Commission chair Peter V’landys to discuss and support in good faith the proposed abandonment of the renovation of Accor Stadium.

Immediately, after that announcement, Solly said Souths were approached by the Trust to move matches to Allianz Stadium when it was completed.

The letter goes on to say: “Premier, it is our view that this issue can be easily and speedily resolved in the best interests of all parties. We therefore ask for an opportunity to discuss with you a new long-term arrangement for the Rabbitohs at Allianz and Accor Stadia which will provide the NSW Government with the certainty it seeks for more rugby league content well into the future.”

The club’s request for a meeting has taken on added importance after the state government issued a statement insisting Souths must continue to play at least nine matches a season at Accor Stadium.

“The reality is they signed a contract in 2021, we need to deal with the situation as it stands,” a spokesman for Kamper said.


South Sydney are contracted to play at Accor Stadium until the end of 2030. Picture: Mark Metcalfe/Getty Images

“The Rabbitohs are contracted to play nine matches per season at Accor Stadium until 2030, as they have been since 2006, and we look forward to continuing to work with the Rabbitohs as they create the best game day experience for their fans and players at home at Accor,” a spokesman for Kamper said.

“The cost to taxpayers of relocating the Rabbitohs from Accor Stadium to Allianz Stadium, has been estimated by Venues NSW to result in a net loss of between $4.5m and $14m per annum, largely attributable to long-term agreements around naming rights and commercial programs.

“This is taxpayer money we simply can’t afford to spend on moving stadiums for the Rabbitohs when we have critical essential services including schools and hospitals that need to be funded.

“South Sydney Rabbitohs have three uncontracted home matches each year. Venues NSW remains open on hosting South Sydney Rabbitohs’ uncontracted games at Allianz Stadium.”

A disappointed Solly confirmed he had received the letter on Tuesday and revealed he had asked the minister for a full and detailed assessment of the benefits and the costs in relation to relocating the Rabbitohs from Accor Stadium.


The ‘Home of the Sydney Roosters’ sign at Allianz Stadium.

“Minister Kamper has written to us rejecting our request,” he said.

Souths chair Nick Pappas added: “This decision is clearly disappointing. We moved to Accor Stadium at a time when the club had only just been readmitted to the premiership and was struggling to get back on its feet.

“The deal we were offered was simply too good to refuse. Since then, we have been promised that there would be significant investment in Accor Stadium but that has failed to come to fruition.

“Given the lack of action and the failure to follow through on previous commitments, to be told we must stay at the stadium until 2030 is naturally devastating. South Sydney fans have already shown how they feel by starting a petition to push for the move and this latest development is only likely to inflame tension.

“As a club, all we want is a sensible compromise, even if that means a staggered return to Allianz Stadium.”

South Sydney have been actively campaigning to return to Allianz Stadium for some time now but their bid has met resistance not only from the state government, but also their bitter rivals the Sydney Roosters.


Image from South Sydney's proposal to play at Allianz Stadium.

The Roosters, one of Allianz Stadium’s anchor tenants, have privately and publicly campaigned to have Souths remain at Accor Stadium.

Among their arguments is that the ground is at capacity given the concerns over the surface, which has been criticised for its capacity to handle too much traffic as well as bad weather.

The Rabbitohs’ belief is that if the surface can’t handle more content, it needs to be improved so it can. They are also quick to point out that the venue is not run or owned by the Roosters, but was paid for by the taxpayers.

Despite the rancour between the clubs and senior officials, Pappas and his Roosters counterpart Nick Politis have a strong relationship and have held talks behind closed doors over the prospect of a Rabbitohs’ return.

It is understood Politis, one of the most powerful figures in the game, is not opposed to Souths playing some games at Allianz Stadium.

i do feel for souths, they did sign a contract.. and will now have to commit... i think like many
South's Board always just thought (Olympic Park) was going to be renovated (it took COVID) to steal that funding..

(stupid they should of always had eyes on SFS (especially home base surrounds the stadium

(looks like 3 games per year will now be played at MOORE PARK) until 2030)
unless they try something else

[Beaussie]

i do feel for souths, they did sign a contract.. and will now have to commit... i think like many
South's Board always just thought (Olympic Park) was going to be renovated (it took COVID) to steal that funding..

(stupid they should of always had eyes on SFS (especially home base surrounds the stadium

(looks like 3 games per year will now be played at MOORE PARK) until 2030)
unless they try something else

I have read Souths signed an extended contract to play at Accor at a discount rate and were fully aware Accor would not be getting any changes. Pretty silly of Souths who let’s not forget also told everyone they have more fans in western Sydney than the inner city hence their original move out to Homebush.

[leeroy*NRL*]

i do feel for souths, they did sign a contract.. and will now have to commit... i think like many
South's Board always just thought (Olympic Park) was going to be renovated (it took COVID) to steal that funding..

(stupid they should of always had eyes on SFS (especially home base surrounds the stadium

(looks like 3 games per year will now be played at MOORE PARK) until 2030)
unless they try something else

I have read Souths signed an extended contract to play at Accor at a discount rate and were fully aware Accor would not be getting any changes. Pretty silly of Souths who let’s not forget also told everyone they have more fans in western Sydney than the inner city hence their original move out to Homebush.

yeah me too.. bad management..

they literally moved to Olympic Park in 2006 because they made decent money from the deal over SFS
not because of the "fans" was all about money... (like the Souths Management will tell everyone)
and they have been paying for it ever since. (fan wise)