Eden Park News
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Rewriting the Rules at Eden Park and what it means for New Zealand
Unsurprisingly, this week’s article focuses on the changes to Eden Park’s local planning rules and the Government’s announcement that State of Origin will be played at Eden Park in 2027. And equally unsurprising was the view held by some people that meaningful change to Eden Park’s operating settings would never occur – that the system…
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Emma Memma’s Picnic brings music and magic to Eden Park
On Sunday 29 March, beloved children’s entertainer, Emma Memma will bring her love of dance, sign language and music to Eden Park for a special live performance created especially for young children and their families. From picnic dances to catchy, twirly tunes, Emma Memma and her friends will transform New Zealand’s national stadium into a…
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Historic Day for Eden Park as Planning Changes Confirmed and State of Origin Secured
Today marks a historic day for Eden Park, Auckland and New Zealand, with two major announcements strengthening the long-term position of the country’s national stadium. The Government has confirmed changes to local planning rules that have previously constrained Eden Park’s ability to host major events. It has also been confirmed that Eden Park will host…
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Venue of Best Fit: why intentionality matters in how we use our stadiums
Over the years, I’ve seen first-hand how cities grow as a live events destination, and how much of that comes down to how well they use the venue infrastructure they already have. The strategy rarely comes down to the size of a stadium, instead it often comes down to how intentional the decisions are about…
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Growing grass for a world-class stadium
This week I want to focus on grass. Grass, especially 13,000m2 of grass, is one of those things in a stadium that everyone tends to notice. The colour. The cut. The smell. The hallowed turf. But what most people don’t see is how much work and technology sits beneath the surface. Not just in growing…
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What it really takes for a stadium to be sustainable over the long term
While our focus is already on the year ahead, the release of Eden Park’s FY2025 financial results today, which delivered a strong $4.9m operating profit, provides an opportunity to reflect on a broader issue. Achieving long-term sustainability is one of the greatest challenges facing stadiums globally, and it’s worth exploring why. In my experience, stadium…
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Eden Park delivers strong financial result on the back of a landmark year of major events
The Eden Park Trust’s full Annual Report for the year ended 31 October 2025 is available at The Eden Park Trust Annual Report 2025 Eden Park, New Zealand’s national stadium has delivered a strong result for the year ended 31 October 2025, reporting a net operating profit (before interest and depreciation) of $4.864m, reinforcing the…
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Why Fully Utilised Stadiums Matter: The Economic Impact of Hosting Large-Scale Events
I often compare stadiums to other major pieces of infrastructure. We expect our roads, airports, and public spaces to be used because that’s how they deliver value. Stadiums are no different. When they’re fully utilised, they bring people together and drive tangible economic and social benefits. When a stadium sits idle, the opportunity cost isn’t…
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All Whites to Face Finland and Chile at Eden Park This March in First FIFA Series Held in Aotearoa New Zealand
The All Whites have confirmed their final home games ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, taking on Chile and Finland at Eden Park in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland this March as part of the first FIFA Series held in Aotearoa New Zealand. The FIFA Series brings together four competing nations to play meaningful international fixtures…
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It’s not every day Eden Park is mentioned in the House of Commons – but today was the day
It’s not every day New Zealand’s national stadium is mentioned in the House of Commons, but this week Eden Park was publicly acknowledged as the stadium gets ready for the arrival of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo, which is now just one month away. The remarks were made by Carolyn Harris, UK Trade Envoy to…
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Securing the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo for Eden Park and Auckland – and why it matters
In February, Eden Park will host one of the world’s most respected live performances, the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo. But bringing it to Auckland is about more than securing a globally renowned event. It demonstrates how stadiums, when strategically led, can deliver social, cultural and economic benefits and actively contribute to a city’s international profile.…
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The All Blacks return to The Fortress for two blockbuster 2026 home Tests
The All Blacks are set to defend their 52-test unbeaten streak at The Fortress twice in 2026 as they take on Ireland and Australia in two epic rugby matches at Eden Park, the home of rugby in New Zealand. On 18 July the All Blacks will face Ireland as part of the Nations Championship, followed…