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North Harbour Stadium, located in Albany, New Zealand, is a multi-purpose sports venue primarily used for rugby, football, and concerts. Opened in 1997, the stadium has a seating capacity of around 25,000 and serves as a key sporting facility in the Auckland region. It has hosted a variety of events, including Rugby World Cup matches, FIFA U-17 and U-20 tournaments, and major domestic league games.
One of the stadium’s unique features is its horseshoe-shaped design, with one open end that offers scenic views of the surrounding area. The stadium was originally built to provide a home for rugby teams in the North Shore region and has since been used by teams such as the North Harbour Rugby Union and the New Zealand Knights football team.
Interestingly, North Harbour Stadium was one of the venues for the 2011 Rugby World Cup, where it hosted pool stage matches. It has also been used for non-sporting events, including concerts by international artists. The facility includes several training fields and a dome-shaped indoor training area, making it a valuable hub for sports development. Today, it remains an important venue for both local and international sporting events in New Zealand.
Map showing the location of North Harbour Stadium in New Zealand.
Why is this on a database of World Stadia? It's small, it only has one covered stand and transportation to and from the stadium is appalling.
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