The $12 million Stage 1, jointly funded by the State and Federal Governments, transforms all 26 outdoor courts into modern, fit-for-purpose facilities designed to support participation and enhance the player and spectator experience.

The project is a major investment in grassroots sport in South Australia, where netball remains one of the state’s most popular physical activities, with more than 35,000 regular participants.

In the past year, almost 19,000 Sports Vouchers were claimed for netball, supporting more kids to get off screens and get active.

The redevelopment of the Mile End Sports Complex also supports the State Government’s push to get children and young people off screens and into sport and other activities.

Stage 1 upgrade includes:

• New playing surfaces
• Improved LED lighting
• New player shelters
• Additional outdoor seating
• New first aid facility
• More water fountains, along with food and beverage options

Stage 2 works are now underway with the existing Mile End stadium demolished to make way for the rebuild of a new multi-sport facility, enabling netball, volleyball, pickleball and other sports to share in the new complex.

The new stadium will feature more indoor courts including a 3,000-seat main court, improved spectator seating, modern change rooms and upgraded technology to improve the experience for more than half a million visitors each year.

The fully redeveloped Mile End Sports Complex will open its doors in 2028, delivering a world-class venue that will support community sport while attracting national and international events to South Australia.

Quotes attributable to Bronwyn Klei, CEO, Netball SA
Today is significant for our netball community as we celebrate the re-opening of the outdoor courts at the Mile End Sports Complex.

Hundreds of netballers, coaches and officiators will utilise the upgraded courts and outdoor facilities as our Adelaide Metropolitan Netball Division kicks off their winter season.

With Stage 1 of the $92 million redevelopment now complete, the focus shifts to Stage 2 and the demolition of Netball SA Stadium, which is well and truly underway.

We’re excited to see netball return to Mile End as planning continues on the design of a world-class indoor facility for our community.

Quotes attributable to Karla Della Pietra, CEO, Volleyball SA
For the first time, our sport will have a true home. A world-class venue that reflects the scale, professionalism and potential of volleyball as a global Olympic sport.

The new Mile End Sports Complex will transform how we deliver the game at every level, from grassroots participation to high-performance pathways. Providing a home for volleyball will inspire the next generation of athletes and ensure our sport continues to expand in line with its rapid growth.

We look forward to working alongside the Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing and Netball SA on this important sporting infrastructure project.