In additional the venue gained another major ongoing tenant with Liverpool's Sydney Ice Dogs also announcing they would move to Macquarie to share the new facilities with their derby rivals.

AMP's response to the media release stated the desire of the development was to improve accessibility and foster a more vibrant night life in the community.

[10][11] Following over 60,000 petition protestors, AMP Capital confirmed the development plans on 1 February 2019 for the shopping centre would now include an Olympic sized rink going forward.

AMP's managing director, Mark Kirkland, said the company had listened to the community feedback and altered their plans after the outpouring of support to retain an Olympic sized facility.

AMP Capital's Mark Kirkland again confirmed any future developments of the centre would include an Olympic sized ice rink.

Adelaide Avalanche played Macquarie Bears in the final with the South Australians winning the match and the AIHL Championship 6–5 on a shootout.