Tasmania AFL Team Risks Collapse After Political Turmoil

The future of the Tasmania Devils AFL club is at risk after Premier Jeremy Rockliff lost a no-confidence motion, intensifying political instability over the proposed $1 billion Macquarie Point stadium in Hobart. The AFL has declared that a new, roofed stadium is a non-negotiable requirement for Tasmania's 2028 league entry, dismissing existing venues as inadequate. Public backlash and legislative uncertainty have cast doubt on whether the project will proceed. Some AFL club presidents reportedly favor the project's collapse to preserve AFL funds, heightening tensions. Club officials and local footballers warn that failure to secure the team would have a significant negative impact on Tasmania. The ultimate outcome now depends on the upcoming election and whether political leaders can unite and deliver the stadium project.