Leading NSW builder McDonald Jones has signed on as the naming rights sponsor of Hunter Stadium. The company, which has its origins in the Hunter, is ranked the nation’s 8th largest builders.

The Stadium had its first exposure under its new name at the Newcastle Jets game on Sunday 9 October.

For Managing Director Andrew Helmers the sponsorship agreement is a fitting way to celebrate 30 years in business.

“The sponsorship is our way of saying thank you to the Hunter community who have supported us for so long,” Mr Helmers said.

“We see the stadium as an icon of the region and we are proud to be able to put our name to it. “

The Sponsorship agreement with McDonald Jones is for five years.