Rugby World Cup 2011
In 2011 Auckland will come alive like never before.
Auckland will be the hub of Rugby World Cup 2011 with the final already confirmed at Eden Park on the weekend of October 22-23. New Zealand’s largest city-region is also likely to host the semi finals of the tournament.
Auckland’s new look 60,000 seat Eden Park will combine a century of rugby tradition with world-class facilities for players, fans and officials. The region’s other major rugby venues, Mt Smart Stadium and North Harbour Stadium are also bidding to host matches during Rugby World Cup 2011.
A redeveloped waterfront, revitalised city centre, new roads and upgraded public transport are just some of the projects underway to prepare Auckland for 2011, with much more to come.
Auckland’s key players are already working together to ensure we play our part in making Rugby World Cup 2011 the best ever. A regional steering group has been set up to ensure that there is coordination across the region. It brings together key organisations in a collaborative approach to maximise the opportunities from RWC2011, and to ensure we play our part in making the 2011 event the best ever.
Steering group vision:
The Rugby World Cup 2011 is a landmark global event that showcases Auckland’s unique identity and innovative style, delivers enduring benefits for all Aucklanders and confirms the emergence of the region as a capable international events destination.
Who’s involved?
The regional rugby world cup 2011 steering group has representatives from:
- All 7 local councils in the region
- AucklandPlus
- Auckland Regional Council
- Auckland Regional Transport Authority (ARTA)
- Government's Urban and Economic Development Office
- Tourism Auckland
Key Objectives
- Stage a benchmark event: Rugby World Cup 2011 (RWC2011) is considered the ‘best ever’ Rugby World Cup by the IRB, participants, media and spectators, Aucklanders and New Zealand
- Maximise the return: RWC2011 delivers maximum benefit for the councils of the Auckland region, Auckland businesses and the wider regional economic community
- Deliver the experience: the greater Auckland region is perceived as an efficient, vibrant, sophisticated and engaging region by domestic and international visitors
- Leave a positive legacy: RWC2011 delivers long-term enduring physical and social benefits to the Auckland region and its residents, businesses and stakeholders
- Plan to manage the impact: the impact from RWC2011 to both business as usual services and activities for the local community is minimised and managed
- Enhance the reputation: successful delivery of RWC2011 will positively enhance the reputation of the Auckland region in the minds of residents and ratepayers
- Develop regional cohesion: planning framework and relationships developed for RWC2011 provide the platform for ongoing regional cohesion, significantly progressing the Auckland region’s ability to deliver and support mega-events.
More information
For more information about Auckland’s plans for 2011 visit www.auckland2011.com
