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Sports and Recreation

Burnie is an inclusive and healthy community. Whether participating or spectating, residents and visitors can access a number of excellent sporting and recreational facilities.

The Burnie Tennis club offers 16 hard court tennis court, and hosts the popular Burnie International in late January each year. West Park Oval is a beautifully maintained ground, home to Aussie Rules and cricket, and also features a cycling track. West Park Oval has hosted events such as the Women’s Big Bash League and the historic annual New Year’s Day Carnival.

The Burnie Aquatic Centre features both indoor and outdoor facilities allowing for all year use. The McKenna Park Hockey Complex features an international standard synthetic pitch. Fans of lawn bowls are spoilt for choice with several excellent club facilities across the municipality.

Being located on the shore, yachting is catered for with a clubroom and boat launching facilities at South Burnie. Surf Life Saving is also a vibrant part of the community, with the club facilities located on the Waterfront.

A wide range of organised sport is available in and around Burnie. Find a local Sporting Club in our Sports Club Directory

Council Managed Sports Venues

Burnie Aquatic Centre

Built for healthy living and fun, with a 25m indoor pool, a 50m outdoor pool and a kids play area. Managed by Sea-Lyons Aquatics who also run swim, fitness classes and swimming lessons, and inflatables during school holidays.

Acton Recreation Ground

Acton Recreation Ground is suitable for cricket and softball and is the home of the Acton Cricket Club and the Burnie Softball Association.

Montello Recreation Ground

Montello Recreation Ground is the home of the Burnie United Football Club and is suitable for soccer and junior cricket.

Skate Park

Skate Park catering for skateboarders, in-line skaters, BMX riders and rollerskates. Home to many youth-orientated events such as the Know Your Odds Skate, Scooter and BMX Series.

Natone Recreation Ground

Home of the Natone Football Club, the Natone Recreation Ground is located on Upper Natone Road.

Ridgley Recreation Ground

Home of the Ridgley Cricket and Football Clubs, the Ridgley Recreation Ground also hosts one off events such as the Ute Muster.

Burnie Sports Centre

The Burnie Sports Centre is located 1.5km from the city centre and regularly hosts a variety of sports.

Stowport Recreation Ground

Home of the Stowport Cricket Club, the Stowport Recreation Ground is located beside the Stowport Hall on Stowport Road.

Upper Burnie Recreation Ground

Upper Burnie Recreation Ground is the home of the Burnie Rugby Club and is suitable for rugby and touch football.

West Park Oval and Cycling Track

West Park Oval and Cycling Track is home to both Australian Rules football and cricket facilities, as well as cycling and athletics.

Wivenhoe Recreation Ground

Home of the Burnie Harness Racing Club and the South Burnie Football and Cricket Clubs, the Wivenhoe Recreation Ground boasts gorgeous views over Bass Strait.

Latest News

Ticket to Play

Published on 11 August 2020

As sports are returning to some levels of play and competition, we recognise that eligible families would welcome this bit of extra support.

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COVID-19 Sport and Recreation Grants Tranche 2 now open

Published on 30 June 2020

The State Government 's program is open to Tasmanian sport and recreation clubs. Funding of up to $3 000 per organisation is available to assist ensure a safe return to play under the organisation’s COVID-19 Safety or Return to Play plan.

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Burnie Aquatic Centre Update – Re-opening

Published on 25 June 2020

Council and Burnie Aquatic Centre management are pleased to advise the indoor pool will re-open on Monday 13 July 2020 consistent with the state Government Roadmap to Recovery.

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Heritage Burnie Ten

Published on 25 June 2020

The Heritage Burnie Ten will be a virtual event in 2020.

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Burnie Aquatic Centre - update

Published on 19 May 2020

Council and Burnie Aquatic Centre management are keen to re-open the facility to our community as soon as the public health Roadmap to Recovery restrictions can be feasibility complied with.