Waterfront Events Center Could be Ready for Rugby World Cup

Councillors have proposed bringing forward the completion date of the marine events centre, so it is ready in time for the 2011 Rugby World Cup. The marine events centre, planned for the Halsey Street extension wharf, is part of the vision of a revitalised CBD waterfront.

Councillor Aaron Bhatnagar, chairperson of the City Development Committee, says opening the centre earlier than orginally planned will allow the city to continue to attract and retain key events. There will be significant economic benefits.

Funding for the events centre and the Te Wero Bridge will be part of the council's draft 10-year plan and budget, which goes to public consultation on 17 April.