TIO Stadium

Leaked emails show firefighters expressed concerns about a potential "catastrophic" safety risk at TIO Stadium ahead of Saturday's AFL game in Darwin.

"This work includes repairs to stairs, replacing ageing roof structure, upgrades to the fire safety services, improved accessibility for the public including upgrades to the lifts and fire stairs," the spokesperson said. In response, a government spokesperson said: "The Department of Infrastructure, Planning and Logistics (DIPL) continue to undertake significant works to ensure this public facility always has a high level of safety and reliability." In the days leading up to the match, a health and safety officer within the NT Fire and Rescue Service (NTFRS) raised concerns about potentially inadequate water pressure and volumes at the venue, in correspondence leaked to the media.