Major sporting events deliver economic windfall for Coast

A run of four major sporting events at Industree Group Stadium from May to July this year drew 74,590 fans to Industree Group Stadium that has set new attendance records and delivered a $9.75 million boost in economic revenue for the Central Coast region.  Additionally, thousands more were drawn into Gosford to watch the Grand Final on a Live Site set up by Central Coast on Leagues Club Park.

A Stadium Data Analysis conducted by Central Coast Council - plus game-day ticketing report data - have revealed the true value of major sporting events at Industree Group Stadium, the Home of Live Sport, Entertainment and Community Events on the Central Coast.

The Council report estimates that the A-League Grand Final showpiece alone was worth $3 million in total economic activity on the Central Coast, with a total visitor spend of around $2 million.

Industree Group Stadium Venue Manager Kath Casey said a total of 1250 local people were employed directly at Industree Group Stadium for the four major sporting events.

She said that stadium operator VenuesLive had been responsible for bringing more events and more diversified content to the local stadium since being engaged by Central Coast Council in July 2022.

“When we bring quality events to the Central Coast, everyone in our community benefits and this new data from Council and ticketing demonstrate the extent of the benefits,” said Ms Casey.

“Visitation numbers increase, hotel beds are filled, and money is spent in the local community, bringing prosperity to the region and creating local jobs.

“Looking forward, I can reveal there are some very exciting family events to be announced for the summer months.”