Te Kaha Project news and announcements

Site progress

Tuesday 24 June 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

A key focus for the project at the moment is the roof installation. The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also getting underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. 

External stairs are being installed in the southern and eastern areas of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

In another milestone for the project, the landscaping work is getting started. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works in the coming months.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The installation of the 25,000 permanent seats is getting started. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well advanced, with wall linings being installed. 

Site progress

Monday 16 June 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also getting underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. 

External stairs are being installed in the southern and eastern areas of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. The grounds are also being prepared for landscaping, starting at the southern end of the site, along Tuam Street. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works in the coming months.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The installation of the 25,000 permanent seats is getting started. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well advanced, with wall linings being installed. 

Site progress

Tuesday 10 June 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. 

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. The grounds are also being prepared for landscaping, starting at the southern end of the site, along Tuam Street. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works in the coming months.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The installation of the 25,000 permanent seats is getting started. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well underway. 

Site progress

Wednesday 4 June 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. 

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. The grounds are also being prepared for landscaping, starting at the southern end of the site, along Tuam Street. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works in the coming months.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The 25,000 permanent seats will start being installed in the next few months. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well underway. 

Site progress

Monday 26 May 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. 

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. The grounds are also being prepared for landscaping, starting at the southern end of the site, along Tuam Street. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works in the coming months.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The 25,000 permanent seats will start being installed in the next few months. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well underway. 

Site progress

Monday 19 May 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. Below is a shot showing the cladding progressing around the west stand towards the north.

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. The grounds are also being prepared for landscaping, starting at the southern end of the site, along Tuam Street. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works in the coming months.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The 25,000 permanent seats will start being installed in the next few months. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well underway. 

Watch: Latest look inside the new stadium

Tuesday 13 May 2025.

From the roof to the grounds – and everywhere in between – the city’s new stadium is rapidly coming together.

A new video released today provides a look at construction progress at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha.

In the entrance of the western stand, escalators, stairs, lifts and the glass façade are all in place. The 23 corporate suites are also nearing completion, with wall linings, joinery and ceilings in place. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are also finished.

The installation of the roof cladding is a key focus for the team on site. This is progressing well from the southern end of the site.

Another milestone for the project, which is now less than one year until completion, is that landscaping preparations are getting started. 

The project remains on budget, and the stadium is on track to open in April 2026.

Site progress

Monday 12 May 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this morning.

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The solid section of roof cladding above the south stand is almost finished and the clear ETFE installation is also underway.

The exterior wall cladding started to be installed in November and is now past halfway. Below is a shot of the west stand, along Madras Street, showing the cladding progress.

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. The grounds are also being prepared for landscaping, starting at the southern end of the site, along Tuam Street. The stadium grounds will tie in with the Te Kaha Surrounding Streets works.

In the seating bowl, almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. The 25,000 permanent seats will start being installed in the next few months. The stadium can also accommodate 5000 more seats for large sports matches.

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand, is progressing well. Many of the kitchens, bathrooms and back-of-house areas are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well underway. 

Site progress

Monday 5 May 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken this afternoon.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. 

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchens and bathrooms are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now well underway. 

The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The roof cladding is tracking well, progressing from the south to the north.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. 

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

Site progress

Monday 28 April 2025.

Below is a photo of progress on the roof of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha, taken last week. The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The roof cladding is tracking well, progressing from the south to the north.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. 

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

Below is a picture taken inside the stadium this morning. The hydraulic roof supports have now been disassembled and removed. 

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand. Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. 

The fit-out of the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchens and bathrooms are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. 

Site progress

Tuesday 22 April 2025.

Below is a look at progress on the roof of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha. The stadium will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The roof cladding is tracking well, progressing from the south to the north.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. 

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

Inside the stadium, the fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchen and bathroom fit-outs are now finished.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand.

Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. 

Watch: One year until stadium opens

Monday 14 April 2025.

With one year to go until One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha opens its doors, a new video released today highlights the work done to date and provides a breakdown of the materials used so far on the $683 million project. 

Some of the highlights include 2,780 people being employed and putting in over 1.7 million work hours since work started in April 2022. 

The stadium includes 32,700 cubic metres of concrete and 16,300 tonnes of steel. 

600km of cabling runs throughout the stadium, along with 5km of air conditioning ducting. 

There are 22,000 sheets of GIB inside, 11,500 square metres of steel sheeting, and 1,100 glass panes going in around the outside. 

Construction started in April 2022 and is on track to open in April 2026 - in one year's time.

The countdown is on

Monday 14 April 2025.

The countdown is on until Christchurch’s new stadium opens its doors. 

Construction on One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha started in April 2022, and the $683 million project is on track to open in April 2026 – in one year’s time. 

Mayor Phil Mauger says the milestone is “great for the project and the city”. 

“There’s huge excitement in the community about One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha and all the benefits it will bring to Christchurch. People really can’t wait to get in there for sports matches, big concerts and everything in between,” says Mr Mauger. 

Te Kaha Project CEO David Kennedy says it’s been a “mammoth effort to get the project to this point”. 

“Lead contractor BESIX Watpac and all our sub-contractors have pulled out all the stops, and we’re in a great position to not only deliver one of the biggest infrastructure projects the country has seen, but to deliver it on budget and on time.” 

Read more on Newsline(external link).

Site progress

Monday 7 April 2025.

Below is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning from the northern end of the site.

The temporary roof support towers have now been disassembled and are being removed from site. 

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand.

Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. 

The final secondary steel in the northern end is being installed, fully enclosing the structure.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. The roof cladding is also tracking well, progressing from the south to the north. One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The ETFE is now starting to be installed.

External stairs are also being installed in the southern area of the site. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchen and bathroom fit-outs are nearing completion.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Site progress

Wednesday 2 April 2025.

Below is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this afternoon from the northern end of the site.

This week, the temporary roof support towers (in the centre of the image above) continue to be disassembled and removed from site. 

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand.

Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. External stairs are also being installed in this area. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. The roof cladding is also tracking well, progressing from the south to the north. One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The ETFE is now starting to be installed.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchen and bathroom fit-outs are nearing completion.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Site progress

Monday 24 March 2025.

Below is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this afternoon from the northern end of the site.

This week, the temporary roof support towers are starting to be disassembled and removed.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the last rows being installed in the lower tiers of the east stand.

Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. External stairs are also being installed in this area. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. The roof cladding is also tracking well, progressing from the south to the north. One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The roof is nearing the stage where the ETFE will start to be installed.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchen and bathroom fit-outs are nearing completion.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Site progress

Tuesday 18 March 2025.

Above is a look at One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning, looking south.

Work continues this week on infilling the steel at the north end. Once this is finished over the next few weeks, the temporary roof support towers will be disassembled and removed.

The exterior cladding started to be installed in November and has now finished up along the south stand and is progressing well around the east and west sides of the bowl. The roof cladding is also tracking well, progressing from the south to the north. One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha will be a completely covered venue, with part of the roof made of a clear material called Ethylene Tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE). The ETFE will let sunlight shine through from the north to support turf growth, while protecting visitors from the elements. The roof is nearing the stage where the ETFE will start to be installed.

Above is a look inside the seating bowl. The temporary roof supports are shown in the foreground in darker steel.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the lower tiers continuing to be installed in the south stand this week. Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand. External stairs are also being installed in this area. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse.

A look at progress inside the south stand is shown above.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchen and bathroom fit-outs are nearing completion.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Watch: Take a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha

Thursday 13 March 2025.

From the roof cladding to the premium hospitality spaces, Christchurch’s new stadium build is swiftly coming together.

In a video released today, Christchurch City Council Project Director Kent Summerfield provides an overview of the progress on the $683 million project.

The roof and façade cladding is now well advanced in the southern stand, which backs onto Tuam Street. Crews are also installing the stairs in the south stand.

Several large cranes have been decommissioned since our last update, and the temporary roof supports will soon be deconstructed and moved off-site. The cranes and roof supports have served their purposes since the steel superstructure was completed in late January.

The video also offers a look inside the function lounge and premium general admission areas inside the west stand, where the fit-out is well underway.

The project remains on budget and on track for an April 2026 opening.

Site progress

Tuesday 11 March 2025.

Above is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning from the northern end.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the lower tiers being installed in the south stand. Stairs in the seating bowl have also started to be installed in the south stand.

The external stairs are being installed at the south end of the stadium. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. 

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. Many of the kitchen and bathroom fit-outs are nearing completion.

The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is on the top floor and is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Work continues on infilling the steel modules at the northern end of the site (shown above). Night works will be undertaken to complete this work, with measures in place to minimise noise. Our contractors will continue to monitor these works and implement any further noise mitigations as required. Once this work is complete, the temporary roof supports (shown in the darker steel above) will be deconstructed and removed from the site.

Roof cladding is continuing this week. This stage of work started above the south stand late last year and will continue over the next few months, progressing north.

The exterior cladding is also progressing from the south stand around the bowl to the east and west. The façade features a pattern made up of 800m of steel sheeting in colours representing the Canterbury landscape.  Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) has developed the artwork for the stadium. Learn more about the artwork. 

Site progress

Tuesday 4 March 2025.

Above is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning from the northern end.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the lower tiers being installed. Metalwork and handrails in the seating bowl are starting to be installed this quarter, with the seats to follow.

The external stairs have started to be installed at the south end of the stadium. These will provide an exit from the level one concourse. 

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Work continues on infilling the steel modules. Night works will be undertaken to complete this work, with measures in place to minimise noise. Our contractors will continue to monitor these works and implement any further noise mitigations as required.

Roof cladding is continuing this week. This stage of work started above the south stand late last year and will continue over the next few months, progressing north.

The exterior cladding is also progressing from the south stand around the bowl to the east and west. The façade features a pattern made up of 800m of steel sheeting in colours representing the Canterbury landscape.  Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) has developed the artwork for the stadium. Learn more about the artwork. 

Site progress

Monday 24 February 2025.

Above is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning from the northern end.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the lower tiers being installed. Metalwork and handrails in the seating bowl are starting to be installed this quarter, with the seats to follow.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Work continues on infilling the steel modules. Night works will be undertaken to complete this work, with measures in place to minimise noise. Our contractors will continue to monitor these works and implement any further noise mitigations as required.

Roof cladding is continuing this week. This stage of work started above the south stand late last year and will continue over the next few months, progressing north.

The exterior cladding is also progressing from the south stand around the bowl to the east and west. The façade features a pattern made up of 800m of steel sheeting in colours representing the Canterbury landscape. Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) has developed the artwork for the stadium. Learn more about the artwork. The cladding work is expected to be completed later in the year, at the northern end of the site. Painting crews have now started the process of applying the final coat of paint across the steelwork on site.

Site progress

Monday 17 February 2025.

Above is a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning from the northern end.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place, with the lower tiers being installed. Metalwork and handrails in the seating bowl are starting to be installed this quarter, with the seats to follow.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand progressing well. The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Work continues on infilling the steel modules. Night works will be undertaken to complete this work, with measures in place to minimise noise. Our contractors will continue to monitor these works and implement any further noise mitigations as required.

Roof cladding is continuing this week. This stage of work started above the south stand late last year and will continue over the next few months, progressing north.

The exterior cladding is also progressing from the south stand around the bowl to the east and west. The façade features a pattern made up of 800m of steel sheeting in colours representing the Canterbury landscape. Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) has developed the artwork for the stadium. Learn more about the artwork. The cladding work is expected to be completed later in the year, at the northern end of the site. Painting crews have now started the process of applying the final coat of paint across the steelwork on site.

Site progress

Monday 10 February 2025.

Above is a view of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha taken this morning.

The final steel modules for the walls were installed in January. Work continues on infilling these modules with steel. Night works will be undertaken to complete this work, with measures in place to minimise noise. Our contractors will continue to monitor these works and implement any further noise mitigations as required.

Roof cladding is also continuing this week. This stage of work started above the south stand late last year and will continue over the next few months, progressing north.

The exterior cladding is also progressing from the south stand around the bowl to the east and west. The façade features a pattern made up of 800m of steel sheeting in colours representing the Canterbury landscape. Local visual artist and graphic designer Morgan Darlison (Ngāi Tahu, Ngāti Porou, Tainui) has developed the artwork for the stadium. Learn more about the artwork. The cladding work is expected to be completed later in the year, at the northern end of the site. Painting crews have now started the process of applying the final coat of paint across the steelwork on site.

The final coat of paint is also being applied to the steel superstructure.

Almost all of the tiered concrete plats that the seats will be attached to are now in place. Metalwork and handrails in the seating bowl are starting to be installed this quarter, with the seats to follow.

The fit-out of the stands is well advanced, with the food and beverage outlets in the southern and eastern stands, and the fit-out of the western stand is progressing well. The media platform is the last section of the west stand to be completed. This is now underway. The fit-out of the players' dressing rooms and facilities is underway on the ground floor of the west stand.

Watch: Stadium construction starts the year strong

Monday 3 February 2025.

The steel superstructure of One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha is now complete, marking a major milestone for the $683 million project.

In a new video released today, Christchurch City Council Project Director Kent Summerfield provides an update on this latest achievement and a look at other key work areas around the site.

The video also shows the progress on several other areas of the site, including the exterior wall and roof cladding, seating bowl and player facilities in the western stand.

Construction will continue throughout 2025, with the stadium project on budget and on track to open in April 2026.

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• 4 June 2025 [PNG, 735 KB]
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• 2 April 2024 [PNG, 757 KB]
• 4 March 2024 [JPG, 454 KB]
• 8 February 2024 [JPG, 946 KB]
• 10 January 2024 [JPG, 583 KB]
• 5 December 2023 [JPG, 1.3 MB]
• 7 November 2023 [JPG, 695 KB]
• 9 October 2023 [JPG, 269 KB]
• 4 September 2023 [JPG, 687 KB]
• 7 August 2023 [JPG, 1.4 MB]
• 3 July 2023 [JPG, 1.1 MB]
• 5 June 2023 [JPG, 1.2 MB]
• 1 May 2023 [JPG, 1.2 MB]
• 4 April 2023 [JPG, 1.4 MB]
• 7 March 2023 [JPG, 761 KB]
• 14 February 2023 [JPG, 711 KB]

2025

• Watch: Milestone moment as first seat installed(external link) 26 June 2025
• Watch: Latest look inside new stadium(external link) 13 May 2025
• Watch: One year until new stadium opens(external link) 14 April 2025
• Watch: Take a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha(external link) 13 March 2025
• Watch: Stadium construction starts the year strong(external link) 3 February 2025

2024

• Watch: sky-high stadium progress(external link) 6 December 2024
• Watch: Stadium progress update(external link) 5 November 2024
• Watch: Final look of stadium revealed(external link) 29 October 2024
• Watch: Player facilities and roof installation at new stadium(external link) 20 September 2024
• Watch: new timelapse shows remarkable stadium progress(external link) 29 August 2024
• Watch: Stadium construction enters challenging phase(external link) 23 July 2024
• New sponsorship name for Te Kaha(external link) 4 July 2024
• Watch: Te Kaha roof a step closer(external link) 21 June 2024
• Watch: Te Kaha construction hits halfway(external link) 21 May 2024
• Watch: Behind the scenes at Te Kaha(external link) 29 April 2024
• Watch: New update on Te Kaha(external link) 15 March 2024
• Watch: Te Kaha taking shape(external link) 8 February 2024
• Te Kaha construction reaches new heights(external link) 16 January 2024

2023

• Warriors sign three-year deal to play in Christchurch(external link) 10 November 2023
• New Te Kaha timelapse shows a year of impressive progress(external link) 7 November 2023
• Highlights from the Annual Report(external link) 31 October 2023
• Watch: Major concrete pours completed on Te Kaha multi-use arena(external link) 3 August 2023
• Council gives green light to upgrade Te Kaha's surrounding streets(external link) 28 June 2023
• First steel locked into place on Te Kaha multi-use arena(external link) 9 June 2023
• Next phase of Te Kaha construction about to begin(external link) 19 May 2023
• Vertical construction begins on Te Kaha multi-use arena(external link) 3 April 2023
• Timelapse video published as ground improvement work nears completion(external link) 21 March 2023
• Major early concrete pours for Te Kaha to begin later this month(external link) 13 January 2023

2022

• Archaeologists uncover wealth of links to Christchurch's past(external link) 21 September 2022
• Early works under way on Te Kaha site(external link) 25 July 2022
• Te Kaha: Your questions answered(external link) 14 July 2022
• Council votes to increase budget for city's arena(external link) 14 July 2022
• Board negotiates fixed price for multi-use arena(external link) 12 July 2022
• Submissions show strong support for increasing Te Kaha budget(external link) 6 July 2022
• Council to consult public about extra money for arena(external link) 9 June 2022
• Te Kaha funding and timeframe Q&As [PDF, 727 KB] 1 June 2022
• Costs of Christchurch’s multi-use arena to jump significantly(external link) 1 June 2022
• Council meeting on arena cancelled(external link) 26 May 2022
• Council promises full public disclosure on Te Kaha costs(external link) 11 May 2022
• Te Kaha site blessed as first arena soil is turned(external link) 8 April 2022
• Council approves preliminary designs for multi-use arena(external link) 27 January 2022

2021

• Council's arena noise management rules given the green light(external link) 23 December 2021
• Arena designs offer an exciting glimpse into the future(external link) 3 December 2021
• Estimated construction timeframes indicated for CMUA(external link)  22 October 2021
• New appointments to arena company board(external link) 28 September 2021
• Council moves to clarify arena company's role(external link) 3 September 2021
• Christchurch to get 30,000-seat arena(external link) 12 August 2021
• Extra 5,000 seats for arena likely to cost $50m(external link) 10 August 2021
• Mayor Lianne Dalziel releases statement on Canterbury Multi-Use Arena(external link) 5 August 2021
• Barry Bragg appointed as interim chair of CMUA board(external link) 29 July 2021
• New design direction for Canterbury Multi-Use Arena(external link) 22 July 2021
• Council to vote on multi-use arena design direction(external link) 20 July 2021
• Agreement reached for final property on Multi-Use Arena site(external link) 29 June 2021
• Arena noise management rules ready for Minister's approval(external link) 10 June 2021
• Geotechnical work begins on Multi-Use Arena site(external link) 19 April 2021
• Kōtui consortium to design and build Canterbury Multi-Use Arena(external link) 29 March 2021
• Public feedback invited on proposed arena noise rules(external link) 26 January 2021

2020

• Road closures for multi-use arena site(external link) 19 October 2020
• Building blocks in place for Canterbury's new arena(external link) 5 October 2020
• Rules proposed to manage noise from arena(external link) 2 October 2020
•  Planning rule changes eyed for Canterbury Multi-Use Arena(external link) 6 August 2020
• Multi-use arena preparations continue at pace 21 July 2020
• Questions and answers on Christchurch’s multi-use arena(external link) 29 May 2020
• Arena work prompts discussion on recovery plan changes(external link) 9 April 2020
• Search on for descendants of arena landowner(external link) 19 March 2020
• Funding boost for regeneration projects(external link) 2 March 2020

2019

• Multi-use arena game-changer for Christchurch(external link) 12 December 2019
• Council considers investment case for new multi-use arena(external link) 9 December 2019

2018

• Drilling underway on Canterbury Arena site(external link) 23 November 2018
• Government earmarks money for multi-use arena(external link) 26 October 2018
• Multi-use arena given funding priority(external link) 13 September 2018

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2025

• 26 June 2025(external link) Watch: Milestone moment as first seat installed
• 13 May 2025(external link) Watch: Latest look inside new stadium
• 14 April 2025(external link) Watch: One year to go
• 13 March 2025(external link) Watch: Take a look inside One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha
• 3 February 2025(external link) Watch: Stadium construction starts the year strong

2024

• 6 December 2024(external link) Watch: sky-high stadium progress
• 5 November 2024(external link) Watch: Stadium progress update
• 29 October 2024(external link) Watch: Final look of new stadium revealed
• 20 September 202(external link)4 Watch: Player facilities and roof installation at new stadium
• 29 August 2024(external link) Watch: new timelapse video shows remarkable progress
• 23 July 2024(external link) Watch: Stadium construction enters challenging phase
• 21 June 2024(external link) Watch: Te Kaha roof a step closer
• 21 May 2024(external link) Watch: Te Kaha construction hits halfway
• 29 April 2024(external link) Watch: Behind the scenes at Te Kaha
• 15 March 2024(external link) Watch: New update on Te Kaha
• 9 February 2024(external link) New video: Te Kaha taking shape

2023

• 11 December 2023(external link) Quarterly drone flyover video
• 7 November 2023(external link) New timelapse shows full year of progress
• 9 October 2023(external link) New video as level 1 concourse starts to take shape
• 6 September 2023(external link) Installation of 'double-tee' flooring begins
• 3 August 2023(external link) Major concrete pours and foundation work completed!
• 16 June 2023(external link) New video and drone update as steel construction begins
• 20 May 2023(external link) New video update as we get ready for the next stage of construction
• 27 April 2023(external link) Te Kaha streets recommendation + vertical construction begins.
• 21 March 2023(external link) New timelapse and drone footage as ground piling nears completion
• 23 February 2023(external link) Concrete pour progress + new windows around the site
• 13 January 2023(external link) Major concrete pours set to begin + latest drone footage

2022

• 1 December 2022(external link)
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• 17 October 2022(external link)
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2020

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Stella Banks

Roofing Labourer, Newfield Roofing.

Position: Roofing Labourer, Newfield Roofing.

Day to day I’m... installing the roof in the west stand. This includes drawing up, cutting and laying the flashings, and putting on gutters as well.

The best part of my job is… the people I work with. We have a team of 30. Everyone is good to work with and great people.

Past projects: The team has worked on the UC Teacher College, Naval Point Yacht Club, Turners on Moorhouse Ave, and a barn in Darfield – it’s really varied.

Outside of work I… like sport. I play rugby and do surf lifesaving.

Chelsea Pokaia

Flooring Installer, Floortek Ltd

Day to day... I prepare and install flooring, including carpet, vinyl and timber. The stadium has carpet tiles, and a rubber flooring in the player warm up areas.

The best part of my job... being able to stand back at the end of a job and see it finished. It gives me a sense of pride.

Past projects: We do a lot of residential places, but also larger projects like Youthhub, which has a nice caulk flooring. We travel a bit for work and have done things like hotels in Queenstown.

Outside of work... play guitar and Hula Hoop, circus style.

Odette Urlich

Project Health and Safety Coordinator

Position: Project Health and Safety Coordinator

Day to day... I'm on site about 90% of the day. I'm responsible for making sure people are set up for success, with the right tools for the right job. I'm there to help with solutions, and help the team access whatever they need to succeed. It's not just about reactive safety, but to be there and available to all trades so we can be proactive about safety.

The best part of my job... getting to walk around and interact with everyone on site. I get called 'aunty' a lot. This is by far the coolest project I've worked on in terms of the relationships with the people on the project, what we’re actually building and how awesome it looks – it’s really coming together.

Past projects: I've been working on this project since September 2023. Previously I was involved with the School of Medicine project and the Seascape project, which is the tallest residential tower in the country.

Outside of work... I love camping. My husband and I recently bought a camper trailer and enjoy getting out there, hunting for gemstones and things like that. 

Paul Smyth

Senior Safety Manager, Southbase.

Day to day I… arrange upcoming works to make sure the job runs smoothly. I'm on site about 65% of the time, and in the office the rest.

The best part of my job... seeing a project through from start to finish, and working with the BESIX crew and the talented subs and people on site. I enjoy the everyday camaraderie. 

Past projects: I've been in New Zealand for 30 years and I've worked on projects like the BNZ Centre, schools, and Wigram Airforce Museum. 

Outside of work... I golf, fish, hunt deer.

Reece Hayman

Foreman Roofer at Graham Hill Roofing.

Position: Foreman Roofer at Graham Hill Roofing.

Day to day I… work on the wall cladding team. My main task is helping out the team and making sure everything is installed right the first time, as there's no room for error. This is the first time I've worked on a pattern - usually we'd be installing a solid colour. We get a coded map, with each sheet numbered. Every sheet has to line up to the millimeter so the pattern joins up properly.

The best part of my job... looking at the end result. We put up three bays yesterday and it's hard to see when you're working up close because the pattern is on such a big scale, but when you stand back at the end of the day it's satisfying.

Past projects: We've worked on the Convention Centre, a few schools and the cardboard cathedral.

Outside of work... I've got a one and a half year old daughter that's my world.

John Alojado

Brush painter, Cake Commercial Services.

Day to day I… do a few different jobs including application of fire rated paint, and the polyurethane coat for finishing touches. I also waterblast before painting.

The best part of my job... meeting different people on site, talking with them and learning what they do for their daily jobs.

Past projects: I worked at Parakiore for one year. I’ve spent a year so far working at the stadium.

Outside of work... I am a home person. I like watching movies and series on Netflix, and documentaries.

Ben Stuart

Site Manager, The Connect Group.

Day to day I… look after both the workers and client, making sure everyone has everything they need, whether it’s gear, materials or labour. We have 12 people working on site grouting the connections between the steel and concrete, sealing, installing waterproof membranes, and doing a bit of concrete cutting.

The best part of my job: I really enjoy the pressure, it keeps me thinking and on my toes. When I solve a problem, it gives me a huge boost.

Past projects: I ran the work on the Ryman Retirement Village in Riccarton. I’ve also recently worked on a restoration project at 96 Lichfield Street.

Outside of work... I do competitive cheerleading with the University of Canterbury team. I also like gymnastics and circus aerials. Working on my house keeps me busy too.

Shayne Johnston

Supervisor, Scott Structural Steel.

Day to day I… install structural steel. All the concrete seating plats in the bowl structure are sitting on this steel. We’ll be finishing that area shortly. 

Best part of my job is: working with mates and people I meet on the job. 

Past projects: Some big projects I’ve worked on include the Convention Centre and a library in Marlborough. 

Outside of work… I’m busy with family, the kids, wife and golf.  

Richard Clio

Site Manager, Alpha South.

Day to day I… work with my team on the interiors of the stands. We’re installing walls, ceilings skirting and doorways in the corporate boxes and stands. 

The best part of my job is working with other trades. It makes me better, expanding my knowledge. 

Past projects: I’ve worked on the Convention Centre, hospital, and a school in Belfast. 

Outside of work… I’m a dad and enjoy hiking and fishing – even though I never catch anything, I still love it! 

Adrian Jones 

Project Director and Contractors Rep.

Day to day... I’m responsible for delivery of the project for BESIX Watpac. Ultimately I am responsible for everything associated with the construction of the project, whilst being the contractual point of contact between BESIX Watpac and Council. A typical day is varied, providing leadership to the project team and keeping the Council informed every step of the way.  

The best part of my job: Working with a very talented and dedicated team, and seeing what such a high performing team can deliver as well as the challenges they can overcome.

Everyone’s excited to be working on this project and it’s not often you work on a project that the community is also excited about. 

Past projects: I’ve worked on projects in Brisbane, Melbourne, Darwin and now New Zealand. Of note, the redevelopment of an entire TAFE college in Brisbane, which spread across two city blocks. Also, a major hospital redevelopment project in Brisbane and an liquified natural gas plant in Darwin. 

Outside of work I... like spending time with my family, getting out and seeing the sights of New Zealand, seeing as we’ve moved here fairly recently. 

Brian Hayes

Project Director – Construction NZ.

Day to day... I work within a large team on the build side of the project. My job involves managing the team, forecasting ahead, and working on mitigation strategies for anything that comes up. 

The best part of my job: I always wanted to work in construction, so I’m really enjoying what I do. I like being with people and trying to get the best out of them. 

Past projects: I worked on the North Queensland Stadium, the home of the Cowboys. It’s great to work on a project that you can come back to and enjoy. I’ve also worked on some high-end residential developments on the river in Queensland. 

Outside of work... I like to keep fit with a bit of cross fit, a bit of mountain biking and keeping my kids occupied.  

Phil Riding

Services Site Manager.

Day to day: I work with all services trades, like electricians and plumbers, to plan and programme in the work. There's a lot of forecasting and anticipating any issues that might come up and problem solving. 

The best part of my job is: the satisfaction of seeing progress from week to week, and being part of making it happen. 

Past projects: I've worked on the Court Theatre, a few schools, and the new workshop and office block for the Lyttelton straddle cranes.

Outside of work: I'm a volunteer firefighter for the Spencerville Volunteer Fire Brigade. We were involved in the response to the recent Port Hills fires. I was working 12 hour shifts, looking for any hotspots. It was great to have the support of BESIX to be able to go out and do this work. 

Jenny Divers

Construction Survey Lead, Graham Surveying.

Day to day: I'm in charge of all the survey work on site. Basically, we bring the designer's vision to life by building a full 3D model which shows where everything should go. The steel is manufactured to these specifications. Once it's built, my team also does quality assurance to make sure everything is right.

I've been on site right from the beginning of the project, working through the stages of piling, foundations, hold down bolts, and the bowl structure. We're now working on the roof stage.

The best part of my job is: Having the opportunity to work indoors and outdoors. I get a really nice mix of being on site and in the office with the team. It's also great getting to work with people from all different backgrounds and specialities. I've learnt so much about other trades and seeing how all the elements come together.

Past projects: I've worked all over Queensland doing construction surveying, including working on a new runway at Brisbane Airport, and high-rise residential buildings in Brisbane. 

Outside of work: I have a three-year-old daughter, so lots of time is spent on family trips to the beach or park. I'm also into smoking meat and craft beer, and we're in the middle of some home renovations. 

• One New Zealand Stadium at Te Kaha Sustainability Report [PDF, 7.3 MB] 29 October 2024
• Te Kaha analysis of 30,000 submissions [PDF, 1.1 MB] 14 July 2022
• Te Kaha Council meeting attachments, including finance report and Project Delivery board advice(external link) 14 July 2022
• Seating (external link)12 August 2021
• Investment Case(external link) 12 December 2019
• Pre-feasibility study(external link) 23 August 2017