Crusaders legend Dan Carter, Christchurch Mayor Phil Mauger and Prime Minister Christopher Luxon were among the crowd that gathered to open the city's new stadium on Friday morning. The ribbon-cutting ceremony for One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha was held before the first event takes place next month. Carter's dad Neville also held the ribbon as Mauger, Luxon and Arahura Araitia-Tau officially opened the stadium. Costing $683 million, the new fully covered stadium is Christchurch City Council’s largest project. I’m so proud of council staff and everyone who has contributed to delivering One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha – on time and within budget no less.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 27, 2026 02:54 UTC