Tasmania Devils AFL High Performance Centre

Added to the municipality’s two pre-existing ovals will be two more ovals, a gym, aquatic centre, recovery areas, indoor club and administrative facilities – forming a central hub for the women’s, men’s and junior Tasmania Devils AFL teams. 

The centre will include identical facilities for men and women, in a state-of-the-art facility that will be a key ingredient in attracting, building and retaining AFL talent and delivering the level of performance that will be required for the Devils to be successful. 

Designed to serve elite athletes and the wider community, the facility will be accessible to local clubs, youth programs, and community groups. It will provide shared training resources and event spaces, fostering the development of Tasmanian sport and fitness for all. 

The centre will meet the AFL’s high-performance standards, offering a professional environment for athlete rehabilitation and development, ensuring Tasmanian players can train locally at the highest level.  

“This is a foundational step towards establishing Tasmania’s first dedicated AFL and AFLW teams.  This facility will support elite player development, enabling Tasmanian athletes to compete at the highest levels while inspiring future generations.” 

Nick Duigan, Tasmanian Minister for Sports and Events 

Reflecting Tasmania’s commitment to environmental sustainability, the development at Kingborough will prioritise energy-efficient technologies and minimise ecological impacts.  

The AFL High Performance Centre supports the AFL and the Tasmania Devils’ mission to grow football participation, strengthen grassroots initiatives, and attract premier sporting events to Tasmania, advancing AFL in the State and fostering a vibrant football culture for fans and players alike. 

The Devils men’s team is expected to enter the AFL competition in the 2028 Premiership Season, with a proposed timeline for a women’s Devils team’s entry into the AFLW competition being developed.