The SIT Zero Fees Velodrome features permanent seating for 1,064 with views available all around the fully carpeted concourse.

In the middle of the cycling track is a pillar-less flat floor area of 2195 square metres comprising three full-size multi-sport courts with a Rebound Ace surface.

Cycling enthusiasts, including Graham Sycamore, had long advocated for the establishment of a velodrome in New Zealand.

[16][17][18][19] The velodrome has helped develop several leading local cyclists, including Eddie Dawkins, Natasha Hansen, Tom Scully and Alison Shanks.

[25] During the 2011, 2012 and 2013 seasons, while Stadium Southland was unavailable following a roof collapse in September 2010, Southern Steel played their Invercargill home games at the velodrome.

[26][27][28] Between 2011 and 2013, the velodrome also served as the temporary home venue for Southland Sharks of New Zealand's National Basketball League.