The club’s financial position was detailed in a council report this week which showed it had mostly run at a loss since 2016. Club member Boyd Wilson presented to councillors yesterday, confirming the club’s financial status was in decline. A council report prepared for yesterday said there had been meetings and discussions between the two parties following a 2024 rent review, but the situation was "unresolved". Sports facilities such as the ILT Stadium, Splash Palace, Surrey Park and Rugby Park all received substantial support from community funds, he said. Mr Campbell said that a lack of intervention could lead to a situation similar to Rugby Park, which the council had taken over.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 10, 2026 16:13 UTC