The grandstand has stood at the centre of Taihape's Memorial Park since 1924. The grandstand at Taihape's Memorial Park has been nominated for consideration as a category two historic place under Heritage New Zealand protections. READ MORE:* Petition to restore pride to historic 96-year-old Taihape grandstand* Taihape's Memorial Park in line for new $1 million amenities blockDavid Unwin/Stuff The park is home to the Utiku and Taihape rugby clubs. Taihape Heritage Trust member Geoff Duncan said the group submitted a nomination in June to help save the historic structure. The park was later renamed War Memorial Park and considered part of a large memorial complex.

Source: Stuff July 31, 2020 03:18 UTC