Key facts
| Address | Nauru, Micronesia, Oceania |
| Capacity | 3,000 seats |
| Record Attendance | 3,000 |
Description
Linkbelt Oval is a multi-purpose stadium located in Aiwo, one of the districts of the Republic of Nauru. The stadium was built by the Nauru Phosphate Corporation, which fully belongs to the government. Today it is known as the Republic of Nauru Phosphate. It used to control phosphate mining in the republic. The other name of the stadium is the Aida Oval that was given after the athletic organization, which uses it as a permanent home ground.
The rough surface and the age of the stadium do not meet the requirements of international competitions. The stadium is used for different kinds of sports, including traditional football and football played according to Australian rules. There are the offices of NAFA located in the stadium. This association is responsible for organizing championships and other games.
The highest attendance in the stadium of 3,000 people was noted in 1999 during the finale of a championship. The stadium has a playing field as well as temporary grandstands of a small size that are mainly used during major matches. There is no natural grass in the stadium, and its surface is covered with dirt and dust from phosphate. The maximum stadium capacity is approximately 3,000 people.
FAQ
Linkbelt Oval is located in Nauru, a small island country in Micronesia in the Central Pacific.
The primary sport played at Linkbelt Oval is Australian rules football. It serves as the main venue for Nauruan Australian rules football competitions.
The stadium is named after the Linkbelt company, which was involved in phosphate mining operations on Nauru. Many facilities on the island are named after companies or equipment related to the phosphate industry, which has been crucial to Nauru’s economy.
Linkbelt Oval is one of the most important sporting venues in Nauru. It plays a central role in the country’s sporting culture, particularly for Australian rules football, which is very popular in Nauru.
The oval hosts matches of the Nauruan Australian Rules Football Association (NARFA), including their grand finals. It’s also used for other community events and gatherings.
