The Making of Colonial Stadium Melbourne Docklands

East Kew, Lenscape, 2002. Hardcover.

Mike Leonard's The Making of Colonial Stadium Melbourne Docklands is a comprehensive and creative account of the development of Docklands first major development project in one of Melbourne's prime locations.

Mike's account is a unique portrayal of an important piece of Melbourne's history. The book commences with maritime activity in Victoria Harbour prior to development; railway workers pause for an impromptu kick of a football on the Stadium site. Construction images show the sequence of building as well as the aesthetic quality of industrial forms with a focus on the Stadium's main feature, its retractable roof. Workers demonstrate their specialised skills, with images that portray the energy and integrity of their work. We are also given a close up and quirky look at industrial textures as well as sections on Design, Urban Art, and the Turf.

The Events section is the stadium in full swing with images that show the excitement, colour and energy of football, rugby, and cricket matches, together with a range of concerts and special events. The book concludes with spectacular panoramic views across Victoria Harbour to Melbourne's skyline.

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