Hobart AFL stadium deal reveals penalties for late build, inability to host games by 2028

A concept image of the proposed Hobart stadium. Designs have not be finalised. (Supplied: AFL)

• In short: The deal stipulates a number of conditions, including a penalty of $4.5 million if the stadium construction is not 50 per cent completed by October 2027 and another $4.5 million sting if the arena is not ready to host games by 2028
• What's next?: The deal is likely to come under intense scrutiny with parliament resuming this week and the state budget handed down on Thursday

Tasmania's AFL licence contract has been released, giving further detail about the Macquarie Point stadium build, the state government's financial risk, and the rights of the AFL over the club's future.