Brisbane’s last skate rink will close after being outbid in a lease contract to a major gym franchise. 

The iconic Stafford Skate Centre has been running for 40 years. The building was recently sold to a new owner, who chose not renew the skate centre’s lease.
In a statement posted on Facebook owner Rob Carter said, “We know many of you will be sad to see us hang up the skates but, this is the decision we have come to amicably with the new owners.”