Site progress
Monday 11 November 2024.
Above is a view looking towards the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.
Work to install the second roof truss started late last week. The first section is shown suspended from a crane in the image above. The next two sections are scheduled for installation over the next fortnight. Each roof truss is made up of three modular sections, which are being pre-fabricated on-site. There are four of these massive three-piece structures to install over the coming months. Roof cladding will begin soon, at the south end of the stadium, once the roof steelwork has progressed.
The roof is supported by radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (which weigh up to 160 tonnes and attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
34 of 40 radial trusses have now been installed, with one more installation scheduled for this week. The remaining radial trusses will be installed around the northern end of the stadium over the next few months.
11 of 20 the RDMs have now been installed.
The welding activities for the roof structure need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The fit out process inside the stands is also progressing well, with painting and other finishing works well underway. Framing for the venue's 23 food and beverage outlets is progressing well in the southern stand. Painting crews have now started the process of applying the final coat of paint across the steelwork on site.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am. We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Watch: Stadium progress update
Tuesday 5 November 2024.
It’s been another busy month of construction progress for One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.
In a new video update released today, Christchurch City Council Project Director Kent Summerfield provides an update on the city’s new 30,000-seat stadium.
One of the key milestones for the month has been the roof progress. The giant hydraulic towers that support the roof have been relocated to support a new row of roof trusses being installed across the field of play.
Walkways and lighting are being installed in the roof structure, and the fit out to all stands is progressing well. Framing for the food and beverage outlets around the stadium have started to go up in the south stand.
Work to prepare for the installation of the façade cladding is tracking well, with the first sheets of steel cladding set to be installed in November. A unique design for both the façade and the stadium's seating was unveiled last week.
The Te Kaha Project remains on budget and on track for an April 2026 opening.
Site progress
Tuesday 5 November 2024.
Above is a view looking towards the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.
Last week the first main oculus roof truss installation was completed. Work on the second roof truss starts later this week. Each roof truss is made up of three modular sections, which are being pre-fabricated on-site. There are four of these massive three-piece structures to install over the coming months.
The roof is supported by radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (which weigh up to 160 tonnes and attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
33 of 40 radial trusses have now been installed, with one more installation scheduled for this week.
The team is about to hit the halfway mark on RDM installations, with the tenth RDM fabricated and scheduled to be lifted by crane and welded into place this week.
The welding activities for the roof structure need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The fit out process inside the stands is also progressing well, with painting and other finishing works well underway.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am. We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Watch: Final look of stadium revealed
Tuesday 29 October 2024.
Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) was engaged by Christchurch City Council to develop a range of works to feature throughout One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.
In the video above, the artist shares the inspiration behind the façade artwork and seating bowl design.
The underlying narrative for the artworks in the stadium is based on Tāne and the separation of Ranginui, the Sky above, and Papātūānuku, the Earth.
Stadium façade and seating bowl renders
Tuesday 29 October 2024.
Façade render, looking towards the southeast corner on the Tuam/Barbadoes corner.
The exterior façade will feature a pattern made up of 800m of steel sheeting in colours representing the Canterbury landscape.
The geometric artwork represents the natural features that surround the stadium on each side; Te Pātaka o Rākaihautū Banks Peninsula, Port Hills, Kā Tiritiri o te Moana Southern Alps, and Maukatere Mt Grey.
The cladding installation starts in November on the south stand that backs onto Tuam Street. The work will progress to the east and west, with the last sheets to be installed in the north stand around the middle of 2025.
Seating bowl render, looking south from the northwest corner.
In a first for New Zealand, the seating bowl will feature a unique kowhaiwhai pattern inspired by the hammerhead shark (mangōpare), in black and grey.
The hammerhead shark represents strength, tenacity, speed and agility.
One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will have 25,000 permanent seats, with capacity for 5000 more to be added during large events. The first seats will be installed around April next year - about a year ahead of the venue opening in 2026.
Site progress
Tuesday 22 October 2024.
Above is a view looking towards the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.
Last week the first two sections of the first main oculus roof truss were installed. The third, centre section, is scheduled to be installed this week. This is seen in the lower part of the image above, ready to be installed.
Each roof truss is made up of three modular sections, which are being pre-fabricated on-site. There are four of these massive three-piece structures to install over the coming months.
The roof is supported by radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (which weigh up to 160 tonnes and attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
32 of 40 radial trusses have now been installed, with one more installation scheduled for this week.
The team is about to hit the halfway mark on RDM installations, with the tenth RDM fabricated and scheduled to be lifted by crane and welded into place in the next fortnight.
The welding activities for the roof structure need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The fit out process inside the stands is also progressing well, with painting and other finishing works well underway.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am. We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Tuesday 15 October 2024.
Above is a view looking towards the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.
This week the team hit the exciting milestone of getting the section of the first main oculus roof truss installed. Each roof truss is made up of three modular sections, which are being pre-fabricated on-site. The section is seen suspended from a crane on the left side of the image above, and another in the lower, righthand foreground.
The installation process for installing a roof truss across the field of play takes around one month. There are four of these massive three-piece structures to install.
The roof is supported by radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (which weigh up to 160 tonnes and attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play. 75% of the radial trusses have now been installed (30 of 40), with two more installations scheduled for this week.
Nine of 20 RDMs have been installed so far. The next two RDMs are currently being pre-fabricated on site, ahead of being lifted into place by crane and welded onto the structure in the coming weeks.
The welding activities for the roof structure need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The stadium will be completely covered, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Monday 7 October 2024.
Above is a view looking towards the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.
This week the first main oculus roof truss installation will begin. Each roof truss is made up of three modular sections, which are being pre-fabricated on-site. These are seen in the foreground of the image above, ready for installation.
The installation process for installing a roof truss across the field of play takes around one month. There are four of these massive structures to install.
The roof is supported by radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (which weigh up to 160 tonnes and attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play. Twenty-nine of the 40 radial trusses have been installed to date around the east, west and south stands. The remaining twelve will be installed around the north stand over the coming months.
Nine of 20 RDMs have been installed so far. The next two RDMs are currently being pre-fabricated on site, ahead of being lifted into place by crane and welded onto the structure in the coming weeks.
The welding activities for the roof structure need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The stadium will be completely covered, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Tuesday 1 October 2024.
Above is a view of the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.
This week preparations are underway for the first main oculus roof truss installation. Each roof truss is made up of three modular sections, which are being pre-fabricated on-site. The installation process for installing a roof truss across the field of play takes around one month. There are four of these massive structures to install.
The roof is supported by radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (which weigh up to 160 tonnes and attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
Twenty-eight of the 40 radial trusses have been installed to date around the east, west and south stands. The remaining twelve will be installed progressively until early next year.
Nine of 20 RDMs have been installed so far. The next two RDMs are currently being pre-fabricated on site, ahead of being lifted into place by crane and welded onto the structure in the coming weeks.
The welding activities for the roof structure need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The stadium will be completely covered, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Tuesday 24 September 2024.
Above is a view of the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.
This week work is progressing on the roof structure, with the sections between each radial diaphragm module (RDM) being infilled. The roof structure is made up of radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (weighing up to 160 tonnes, these structures attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
Twenty-eight of the 40 radial trusses have been installed to date. The remaining twelve will be installed progressively until early next year.
Nine of 20 RDMs have been installed so far. Due to their size, these structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
The first six oculus roof trusses have also been installed over the south stand. These are the first sections of the roof.
The stadium will be completely covered, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Watch: Player facilities and roof installation
Friday 20 September 2024.
Take a look inside the new home of the Crusaders in the latest construction update from One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.
Christchurch City Council Project Director Kent Summerfield provides a progress update on key works like the roof installation and fit-out of the player facilities in the latest video update released today.
The project reached a significant milestone recently, with the commencement of the installation of the oculus roof trusses.
The roof trusses span the field of play, from east to west. Each roof truss is installed in three sections which are supported by huge hydraulic frames as they are welded into place.
The video also offers a look inside the ground floor of the west stand where the players’ facilities are located. Gib is up, painting is underway, and finishes like door frames are progressing well.
Elsewhere on site the steelwork installation on the northwest stand is well advanced, and concrete pours to level one have commenced. The northwest stand is the last area to be built out.
With the majority of key works occurring at height, we can be impacted by the weather, particularly the wind. But the team continue to make exceptional progress.
The Te Kaha Project remains on budget and on track for an April 2026 opening.
Site progress
Monday 16 September 2024.
Above is a view of the south stand of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.
This week work is progressing on the roof structure. The stadium will be completely covered, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
The roof structure is made up of radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (weighing up to 160 tonnes, these structures attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
Twenty-eight of the 40 radial trusses have been installed to date. The remaining twelve will be installed progressively until early next year.
Nine of 20 RDMs have been installed so far. Due to their size, these structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Work to fill in the sections between the RDMs in the east stand has finished up and has now shifted to the west stand.
The first six oculus roof trusses have also been installed over the south stand. These are the first sections of the roof.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Monday 9 September 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken this morning.
This week work is progressing on preparations for the roof structure.
Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
The roof structure is made up of radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (weighing up to 160 tonnes, these structures attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
Twenty-eight of the 40 radial trusses have been installed to date. The remaining twelve will be installed progressively until early next year.
Nine of 20 RDMs have been installed so far. Due to their size, these structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Work to fill in the sections between the RDMs in the east stand started last week, and will finish up in the next few days, before shifting to the west stand.
The first six oculus trusses have also been installed over the south stand. These are the first sections of the roof. The two columns in the centre of the image below are the hydraulic frame (or H-frame) that are supporting the installation of the roof.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Monday 2 September 2024.
Above is a view of the south stand of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken today.
This week work is progressing on the roof structure. Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
The roof structure is made up of radial trusses (vertical steel columns that stand around 37m tall), radial diaphragm modules (weighing up to 160 tonnes, these structures attach to the tops of the radial trusses), and oculus roof trusses that stretch across the field of play.
Twenty-eight of the 40 radial trusses have been installed to date. The remaining twelve will be installed progressively until early next year.
Seven of 20 RDMs have been installed so far, with two more scheduled to be installed this week atop the radial trusses in the east stand along Barbadoes Street. Due to their size, these structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Work to fill in the sections between the RDMs in the east stand will start this week, before shifting to the west stand next week.
The first six oculus trusses have also been installed over the south stand. These are the first sections of the roof. The two columns in the centre of the image below are the hydraulic frame (or H-frame) that are supporting the installation of the roof.
Work continues at pace across the site. The fit-out of the west stand, shown in the centre of the photo below, is also progressing well on all four levels. The west stand contains the function spaces, player facilities, corporate boxes, and the coaches and media facilities. Concrete will be laid in level 1 of the northwest stand (shown to the left in the image below) this week.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Timelapse captures remarkable stadium progress
Thursday 29 August 2024.
From bare bones to a nine-storey landmark - a new timelapse video captures eight months of steady progress on Christchurch’s new stadium.
The video starts in November 2023, just ahead of work beginning on the roof support structure and culminates with the first section of the roof being installed in the south stand along Tuam Street last week.
“We have a team of around 350 currently working on-site to deliver the project, and collectively we’ve just hit the one million work hours mark. It’s great to be able to look back and see how far we’ve come,” says Te Kaha Project Delivery Chief Executive David Kennedy.
“Week to week, the team on site are making noticeable progress. The seating bowl, hosting facilities in the west stand, and the roof structure are all tracking well,” says Mr Kennedy.
Twenty-eight of the 37m tall roof supports, known as radial trusses, have now been fabricated and welded together around the seating bowl.
“We will finish up the last twelve radial trusses early next year, and continue installing the roof into mid-2025,” says Mr Kennedy.
The roof will be made of steel and a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE).
The video also captures progress on the seating bowl, including the installation of 1188 concrete seating plats. These L-shaped structures form the tiered shape of the stands.
“The remaining 500 seating plats are being installed in the lower stands and will soon start in the northwest stand. Then we will move on to installing handrails, stairs and seats,” says Mr Kennedy.
Te Kaha will have 25,000 permanent seats, with the option of adding 5000 more seats for large sporting events. The arena will have a capacity of up to 36,000 when in concert mode.
The Te Kaha Project remains on budget and on track for an April 2026 opening.
Site progress
Monday 26 August 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken today.
In the centre of the image, the steel supports for the roof can be seen above the south stand. 28 of the 40 radial trusses are now in place around the perimeter of the arena. Due to their size, these huge steel structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Attached to the tops of the radial trusses in the south stand, the first six radial diaphragm modules (RDMs) can be seen. Five of the infill sections between each RDM are in place.
The first six oculus trusses have also been installed over the south stand. These are the first sections of the roof. The two columns in the centre of the image above are the hydraulic frame (or H-frame) that will support the installation of the roof trusses.
Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Work continues at pace across the site. The fit-out of the west stand, shown in the centre foreground of the photo above, is also progressing well on all four levels. The west stand contains the function spaces, player facilities, corporate boxes, and the coaches and media facilities.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Monday 19 August 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken today.
In the centre of the image, the steel supports for the roof can be seen above the south stand. 28 of the 40 radial trusses are now in place around the perimeter of the arena. Due to their size, these huge steel structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Attached to the tops of the radial trusses in the south stand, the first six radial diaphragm modules (RDMs) can be seen. Five of the infill sections between each RDM are in place.
The first five oculus trusses have also been installed over the south stand. These are the first sections of the roof. The two columns in the centre of the image above is the hydraulic frame (or H-frame) that will support the installation of the roof trusses.
Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Work continues at pace across the site. Tiered concrete seating plats continue to be installed around the stands. 1188 of 1663 concrete seating plats have been installed. The steelwork in the northwest stand (shown in the foreground on the left of the image above) is almost finished.
The fitout of the west stand (shown in the centre foreground of the photo above) is also progressing well on all four levels. The west stand contains the function spaces, player facilities, corporate boxes, and the coaches and media facilities.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Site progress
Monday 12 August 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken today.
In the centre of the image, the steel supports for the roof can be seen above the south stand. 26 of the 40 radial trusses are now in place around the perimeter of the arena. Due to their size, these huge steel structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Attached to the tops of the radial trusses in the south stand, the first six radial diaphragm modules (RDMs) can be seen. Five of the infill sections between each RDM are in place and the first three oculus trusses have been installed. These are the first sections of the roof.
The two columns in the centre of the image are the hydraulic frame (or H-frame) that will support the roof installation.
Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Work continues at pace across the site. Tiered concrete seating plats continue to be installed around the stands. 1188 of 1663 concrete seating plats have been installed. The steelwork in the northwest stand (shown in the foreground on the left of the image above) is almost finished.
The fitout of the west stand (shown in the centre foreground of the photo above) is also progressing well on all four levels. The west stand contains the function spaces, player facilities, corporate boxes, and the coaches and media facilities.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Stadium featured in new mural
Wednesday 7 August 2024.
Ōtautahi Christchurch artist, Dcypher, has created a new mural featuring the city's new stadium.
Located at 62 Manchester street, the mural is one of two that have popped up in the central city after receiving funding from the Enliven Places Progamme(external link), which seeks to create an attractive, fun and welcoming environment. Check it out next time you're in the neighbourhood.
Site progress
Tuesday 6 August 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken today.
In the centre of the image, the steel supports for the roof can be seen above the south stand. 25 of the 40 radial trusses are now in place around the perimeter of the arena. Due to their size, these huge steel structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Attached to the tops of the radial trusses in the south stand, the first six radial diaphragm modules (RDMs) can be seen. Five of the infill sections between each RDM are in place and the first two oculus trusses have been installed. These are the first sections of the roof.
The two columns in the centre of the image are the hydraulic frame (or H-frame) that will support the roof installation.
Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Work continues at pace across the site. Tiered concrete seating plats continue to be installed around the stands. 1188 of 1663 concrete seating plats have been installed.
The fitout of the west stand is also progressing well on all four levels. The west stand contains the function spaces, player facilities, corporate boxes, and the coaches and media facilities.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
July snapshots
Thursday 1 August 2024.
Here are a few photos of construction progress taken over the past month.
The roof support structure in the south stand is now well advanced.
One of the 350-strong team working on site. Collectively, the team has now clocked over 900,000 work hours.
The steel work in the northwest stand is almost finished. This is the last of the grandstand steel work.
Site progress
Monday 29 July 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha (One New Zealand Stadium) taken today.
In the centre of the image, the steel supports for the roof can be seen above the south stand. 23 of the 40 radial trusses are now in place around the perimeter of the arena. Due to their size, these huge steel structures are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. The welding activities need to progress continually, requiring night shift work to be completed. Measures are being taken to minimise noise emissions.
Attached to the tops of the radial trusses in the south stand, the first six radial diaphragm modules (RDMs) can be seen. Five of the infill sections between each RDM are in place in the south stand. This work will also require nighttime welding to complete.
The team is also preparing to install the first roof truss in August. Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
Stadium construction enters challenging phase
Tuesday 23 July 2024.
In the latest construction update video, Christchurch City Council Project Director Kent Summerfield shares the latest news from Te Kaha – which is also to be known as One New Zealand Stadium.
“On site, we’ve hit another exciting milestone during the month. We’re now halfway through the radial truss installation, with 20 of the 40 total now fabricated and in place," says Mr Summerfield.
Installation of the radial diaphragm modules which cantilever off the radial trusses is also progressing well and is substantially advanced in the southern area. Six of the prefabricated modules are now in place and work to infill each module is also underway in the south stand.
Work on the roof supports will lead to one of the most complex parts of the project – installing the roof of the covered stadium. The roof installation represents a particularly challenging aspect of the build, and the team are working very hard and proactively to ensure we stay on track.
There are now around 350 people working on-site each day to make it happen. Collectively, the team has now clocked over 900,000 work hours."
The video also offers a look inside the corporate boxes in the west stand. The four-storey stand is a hive of construction activity, with crews currently working on service installations, wall framing, and glazing.
Overall, the project remains within budget and on track to open in April 2026.
Site progress
Monday 15 July 2024.
Above is a view of Te Kaha taken today.
This week, work is progressing on the steel work in the northwest stand.
The radial trusses are seen in the centre of the image, stretching around the perimeter of the arena. Due to their size, these steel roof supports are assembled on-site, before being lifted by crane and welded into place. Half of the 40 total radial trusses are now in place.
Six radial diaphragm modules (RDMs) have also been installed. These steel structures attach to the tops of the radial trusses and will support the roof. Work has started on filling the areas between each radial diaphragm module. These can be seen in the far right of the image below. Night welding will be required to connect the infills to the installed RDMs, along with welding assemblies.
Te Kaha will be a completely covered arena, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). This will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth while protecting visitors from the elements.
Over the coming months, trucks will continue to deliver oversized components of structural steel to the site. This will be happening before 7am so that the oversized wide loads are off the road before the restrictions begin at 7am. Contractors will unload and lift the loads from 7am.
We expect to receive about two oversized deliveries a week. However, we are unable to provide specific times due to the susceptibility to work processes and weather conditions, such as priming and painting.
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