Scroll below to compare the low-range and high-range stadium cost options Canberrans have been warned to expect a "premium economy" stadium after Chief Minister Andrew Barr pledged to cut high-end finishes and venue luxuries to bring project costs under $1 billion. Subscribe now for unlimited access . Login or signup to continue reading $ 0 / $ NaN /year All articles from our website & app The digital version of Today's Paper Breaking news alerts direct to your inbox Interactive Crosswords, Sudoku and Trivia All articles from the other regional websites in your area Continue Mr Barr moved to quell fears of a major budget blowout after a government-commissioned analysis revealed a new stadium at Bruce would cost between $1.
339 billion and $1.869 billion, while a Civic project would cost between $2.127 billion and $2.
890 billion . The government is confident it can shave almost $350 million off the overall costs of a new stadium at Bruce - its preferred option - to reduce its investment after 15 years of planning . The 20-page WT Partnerships report factored into its cost estimations a 30 per cent contingency and an escalation in labour and material costs - totalling $554.
5 million in the low-end option at Bruce. It also included design fees ranging from $57.5 million to $136 million.
Mr Barr, who has previously said the government would not pursue "the folly of a billion-dollar plus stadium", flagged the potential of cutting costs for the surrounding precinct and roadworks. "T.