Eden Park News
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What It Really Means to Manage a $1bn Infrastructure Asset
Most people see the event. The reality is a 24/7 exercise in asset management, reinvestment and resilience. When people visit Eden Park, they typically see only the visible part of the stadium. They arrive, take their seat, enjoy the atmosphere and leave having been part of something memorable. What they do not see is the…
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The Nighttrain rolls into Eden Park on 17 December
On Thursday 17 December, the Nightrain will be rolling into Auckland at full speed as powerhouse rock icons, Guns N’ Roses return to Eden Park for a blockbuster stadium show. Guns N’ Roses endure as the most dynamic, dangerous, and definitive American rock band in history to this day. This is the second time the…
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Building a Partnership Ecosystem. Protecting the Name.
For more than 125 years, Eden Park has been known by exactly that name. With one small exception. For seven days in 2020, the venue became Coopers Catch Park – a community-led initiative supporting a local business during a challenging period. Eden Park belongs to New Zealand. Protecting that identity is a strategic decision. In…
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When Sport, Culture and Entertainment become Diplomacy in Action
In a world that often feels divided, shared experiences matter more than ever. Over the weekend, more than 1,100 performers from 13 countries marched, danced and performed on our turf, reminding us that sport, culture and entertainment have the power to connect people across borders and generations. For me, events like The Royal Edinburgh Military…
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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…