FACTS AND FIGURES ON THE ICONIC OTAGO STADIUM

As Development Managers and Project Managers, Arrow is ready to hand over on 1 August 2011 in time for the RWC

First in the world with both a fixed roof and natural grass. 27,200m2 area of fixed roof and 20,558m2 area of ETFE roof (largest in Southern Hemisphere).

The stadium will be New Zealand’s largest indoor arena. The internal height of the roof has been carefully designed to allow room for Rugby balls to be kicked. Maximum external roof height of 47m (equivalent to a 12-storey building). Roof clearance above centre line of pitch 27m, highest ever observed rugby ball kick 29.4m.

Viewing capacity of 30,500; The seating starts close to the pitch ensuring one of the best viewing experiences compared with any other stadia. The vista will be unforgettable!

Construction: Planning and feasibility studies began in November 2005 and construction began in June 2009. 500+ people were on the construction site at peak times. The project is on track and on budget for Arrow International to hand over on 1 August 2011.

Full development cost of $198M  - the most cost effective stadium per seat in NZ