Australasian Leisure Management
My Account
Aug 28, 2014

Bledisloe Cup fireworks incident leads to NZRU investigation

Events / Sport / Safety / Venues

The New Zealand Rugby Union (NZRU) has suspended pre-match pyrotechnics displays at All Blacks games following an incident at last weekend's Bledisloe Cup fixture at Auckland's Eden Park that injured three people.

One spectator was taken to hospital and another two injured when fireworks misfired after the All Blacks performed their Haka prior the rugby union Test between New Zealand and the Wallabies.

The All Blacks and the firm that provided pyrotechnics have apologised for the misfire, with All Blacks Coach Steve Hansen telling Fairfax Media "I met one of the people afterwards and we offer our sympathy to the people that did get hurt."

Dr Martin Van Tiel of Van Tiel Pyrotechnics said the Waikato-based company was deeply sorry about the accident, adding "we can only deeply apologise for the injuries caused, and are working with Worksafe NZ and (the) NZRU to investigate."

Given Australia and New Zealand's love of fireworks to mark major entertianment and sport events, the incident is a concern for event and stadium managers.

A crowd of 48,000 saw the All Blacks defeat Wallabies 51-20 to retain the Bledisloe Cup.

12th March 2014 - EDEN PARK CONTRIBUTES $72 MILLION TO AUCKLAND’S ECONOMY

Related Articles

Fiji and Australia aspire to elevated cooperation through sport
Jun 26, 2021
City of Boroondara and YMCA Victoria recognised at Aquatic and Recreation Victoria awards
Jun 16, 2017
Ararat Council removes contractor to take over management of it pools and gyms
Sep 18, 2019
ASM Global’s Harvey Lister ‘disappointed’ at exclusion of Brisbane Arena project from 2032 Games venue proposals
Mar 25, 2025
FIFA reveals US$1.5 billion Coronavirus relief fund and backs World Cup warm-up tournament in late 2021
Jun 26, 2020
Sydney Showground partners with Clima to target event sustainability
Jun 26, 2024
IAAPA to present professional development events at Asian Attractions Expo 2017
Mar 13, 2017
Castle Hill Showground Arena to be transformed into modern venue and thriving cultural hub
Mar 1, 2023
EEAA introduces new networking platform for members
Aug 1, 2019
Do arts engage Australians?
Aug 11, 2010
Australasian Leisure Management Magazine
Subscribe to the Magazine Today

Published since 1997 - Australasian Leisure Management Magazine is your go-to resource for sports, recreation, and tourism. Enjoy exclusive insights, expert analysis, and the latest trends.

Mailed to you six times a year, for an annual subscription from just $99.

New Issue
Australasian Leisure Management
Online Newsletter

Get business and operations news for $12 a month - plus headlines emailed twice a week. Covering aquatics, attractions, entertainment, events, fitness, parks, recreation, sport, tourism, and venues.