The Rod Laver Arena at Melbourne Park was built in 1988 as a Tennis Centre complex. Today this multi-use venue hosts a wide range of sports and entertainment events, from Grand Slam tennis matches to international rock stars, and motorbike super-cross action to conferences, dinners and classical performances.
The most amazing transformation Rod Laver Arena has seen was in March 2007 when a 50 metre temporary pool was built on the arena's floor for the FINA 2007 World Swimming Championships.
Rod Laver Area has a seating capacity of 15,000 people and has a moveable roof that only takes 30 minutes to open or close. This helps ensure that tennis can be played despite Melbourne’s unknown weather. This always assists with the venue being able to be used throughout the year for concerts, arena spectaculars and other functions.
The venue has its own tram stop, enabling patrons to be dropped off right to the door. Richmond, Flinders Street and Jolimont train stations are also within easy walking distance of Rod Laver Arena.
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