History
The stadium was built in 1960 and currently has a nominal capacity of 22,000.
The Cronulla-Sutherland Rugby League Club own the stadium and Leagues Club next door, the only club in theNRL to own their own stadium (local councils are the usual owners of sporting venues).
On 21 April 2006, the Federal Government announced a A$9.6 million grant will be given to the Cronulla Sharks to upgrade Toyota Park. The upgrade to Toyota Stadium included a new covered stand to seat over 1,500 spectators at the southern end. The new stand was completed in time for the 2008 season.
Renovations are also planned for the ET Stand and the Peter Burns Stand. Facilities planned for the Leagues Club include a new swimming pool and a gym.
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