Live Nation has announced plans to deliver and operate a new purpose-built, 5,000-capacity live music venue at Arden Central in North Melbourne. Expected to host more than 100 events annually, the venue will create new performance opportunities for Australian artists and local talent, attract international touring acts and give fans another place to experience live music.
Located two minutes from Arden Station and 1.5 kilometres from Melbourne’s CBD, the venue will form part of the $7 billion cultural and parkland neighbourhood being developed by Hamton and Hostplus. Its direct public transport connection is expected to attract audiences from across Victoria, interstate and overseas, while a new Live Nation Community Events Fund will support local artists and community use of the venue.
Alex Klos, President, Australia & New Zealand at Live Nation, said: “We’re proud to partner with Hamton and Hostplus on this exciting new venue. Melbourne is one of the world’s great live music cities, and continued investment in venues is essential to attracting international artists and keeping Melbourne relevant in an increasingly competitive global environment. This purpose-built venue will add a significant new stage to Melbourne’s live music ecosystem, while helping establish Arden Central as a vibrant new destination for live entertainment.”
