Venues ACT executive branch manager Matthew Elkins has declared the buzzing atmosphere at Manuka Oval can be replicated with a redeveloped Bruce stadium, despite objections from sporting organisations.
The region's primary cricket and AFL ground is regularly praised for its location and proximity to the shops, restaurants and bars at Manuka.
It's an experience sport and business leaders hope to replicate with a new Civic stadium, however, Chief Minister Andrew Barr has declared that vision is dead.