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Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium Visual Story

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Runaway Bay Indoor Stadium, located on Sports Drive in Runaway Bay Sports Precinct, is a 4-court multipurpose facility suitable for basketball, netball, volleyball and skating. The stadium is also used for expos and small events. The arrival area features a large open-air bitumen carpark is at the front, with ample spaces, including one accessible car parking space. Access from the carpark to the entrance is step-free via wide concrete paths. 

The facility is built with corrugated iron and surrounded by large green fields. Clear pathways lead to the entrance. Nearby netball courts and cricket nets suggest sports activity is common. The environment is open, with natural and sporting sounds creating a vibrant setting.

An expansive, empty car park with marked parking spaces on an asphalt surface. In the background, a large, light-coloured building is visible, with a few vehicles parked near it. To the right, there are several large trees and open grassy areas. The left side features more trees and a glimpse of another structure. The sky is clear with some clouds.
A large, white industrial building is on the left, with a grey lower section and a few small windows. In front of it, a car is parked near a blue dumpster. The foreground features a car park with marked spaces, including a disabled parking spot. On the right, there are open grassy fields with a few large trees. The background shows more trees and a clear sky.
A large, modern building with a white exterior and a curved roof is situated in the centre. The entrance features a blue sign and is flanked by glass windows. A white vehicle is parked on the left side near the building. A wide, paved road runs across the foreground, with a grassy area and a pathway leading to the entrance. A tall streetlamp stands on the right, and there are trees in the background.
A large, single-storey building with a light-coloured exterior and a central entrance is in the background. The foreground features a wide asphalt road with yellow markings, curving slightly to the left. On the right, there is a grassy area with wooden benches and a few trees, including a large tree on the far right. A lamppost and a few signs are near the building, and a white vehicle is parked to the left.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Sports activities
  2. Birds chirping
  3. Vehicles parking
  4. Wind rustling
  5. Distant chatter
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh grass
  2. Earthy mulch
  3. Crisp air
  4. Nearby flowers
  5. Damp soil
Touch

Feel

  1. Open space
  2. Cool breeze
  3. Smooth pathways
  4. Warm sunlight
  5. Bitumen surfaces
Sight

Sight

  1. Corrugated building
  2. Green fields
  3. Marked parking
  4. Bitumen car park
  5. Sports facilities

Entrance and Café

The venue has a step-free entry with a low ceiling and bright fluorescent lighting. Access is through a manual outward-opening glass door. Inside, the grey vinyl flooring is smooth and easy to move across. On the right is a café with café-style seating, offering a variety of snacks and drinks. Located on both side of the entrance are the two meeting rooms set up with tables, chairs, projectors and a whiteboard, suitable for meetings and presentations. 

Past the café is an accessible toilet with grab bars. The area is active, with people eating, talking and watching sports. The sounds of conversation and ongoing games fill the space. The layout allows for both social gatherings and casual viewing of events.

A building entrance with double glass doors open, leading to a hallway with white walls and a grey floor. Above the doors, a yellow sign with an arrow and the word "ENTER" is visible. On the right, a sign with a logo is displayed. The exterior features large windows reflecting a red car and greenery. Two grey bollards stand in front of the entrance, with a hedge lining the path. The ceiling inside has fluorescent lights.
A hallway with grey flooring and white walls. On the left, there are two grey doors, one with a sign above indicating toilets. In the middle, a bench is positioned beneath a counter with three windows. On the right, a cafeteria area with a counter, beverage machines, and a queue barrier. Further back, there are tables and chairs near large glass doors leading outside. The ceiling has recessed lighting.
A spacious, accessible bathroom with white tiled walls and a grey floor. On the left, a white bench is mounted to the wall. In the centre, a showerhead with a flexible hose is attached to the wall, accompanied by horizontal grab bars. On the right, a toilet with an open lid is next to a black waste bin. A large toilet paper dispenser and additional grab bars are mounted on the wall near the toilet. A floor drain is visible in the centre.
A corridor with grey flooring and white walls. On the left, there are doors labelled "Meeting Room 2" and "Office". On the right, a large grey door is marked "Main Switch Board". An AED device is mounted on the wall. In the background, glass windows display silhouettes of athletes, with tables and chairs visible. The ceiling has rectangular lights.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Sports cheers
  2. Ball thumps
  3. Café chatter
  4. Footsteps
  5. Door opening
Smell

Smells

  1. Cooking food
  2. Vinyl scent
  3. Deodorants
  4. Coffee aroma
  5. Fresh air
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth flooring
  2. Bright lighting
  3. Cool air
  4. Comfortable seating
  5. Energetic atmosphere
Sight

Sight

  1. Café area
  2. Sports courts
  3. Meeting rooms
  4. Accessible toilet
  5. Bright lights

Sports Stadium

Runaway Bay Indoor Sports Stadium has four indoor basketball courts with polished wooden floors that produce a hollow sound when in use. The building has a corrugated roof and large steel beams, resulting in a noticeable echo. Overhead spotlights reflect off the shiny floor, which may cause glare.

A tiered seating area on one side can hold up to 250 spectators. The space is often used for basketball games, training sessions, and spectating. The environment is busy, with movement, bouncing balls and voices contributing to an energetic setting.

On the left, a large indoor basketball court with polished wooden flooring and yellow lines is visible through glass panels. The middle features a seating area with white tables and chairs on a grey floor. On the right, a counter with computers and various items is present, possibly a reception or café area. The ceiling is white with rectangular lights.
A spacious indoor sports court with a polished wooden floor marked with yellow, green, and blue lines. In the background, there are grey bleachers with a small table and chairs in the centre. The walls are light grey with corrugated metal panels. The ceiling is high with exposed beams and several lights. On the left, a basketball hoop is visible, and a green bin is placed nearby. On the right, a fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall.
A spacious indoor basketball court with a polished wooden floor marked with yellow lines. On the left, a basketball hoop is visible, and on the right, there are benches and a scoreboard. The ceiling is high with exposed beams and multiple lights. The walls are white, and there are flags displayed on the far wall. The court is well-lit, and the space is open and empty.
A spacious indoor basketball court with a polished wooden floor featuring orange and yellow lines. Two basketball hoops are visible on either side. The ceiling is high with exposed beams and overhead lights. The back wall has a row of windows and doors, with a scoreboard and three flags displayed. The area is well-lit, and the floor reflects the light, creating a glossy appearance.
Hearing

Sounds

  1. Ball thuds
  2. Echoing voices
  3. Fan hum
  4. Squeaking shoes
  5. Cheering crowd
Smell

Smells

  1. Fresh wood
  2. Sweat
  3. Cleaning products
  4. Snack food
  5. Coffee aroma
Touch

Feel

  1. Smooth floor
  2. Cool air
  3. Vibrations
  4. Bright lights
  5. Energetic atmosphere
Sight

Sight

  1. Polished floors
  2. Steel beams
  3. Glare
  4. Spectator seats
  5. Café area
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