New Zealand Prime Minister among attendees at official blessing of Maidstone Sports Hub
Upper Hutt City Council has advised that the official blessing of Te Kupenga o Rongomai-Maidstone Sports Hub was conducted bright and early this morning and was attended by New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy, along with local councillors.
The redevelopment of Maidstone Community Sports Hub, which began in September 2021, will include new shared clubrooms, indoor training facilities, and several smaller, upgraded facilities throughout the park.
The service was conducted by Kura Moeahu the Chair of 'Te Runanga nui o Te Āti Awa', from 5.45am. The Sports Hub opens its doors for a community event on Saturday 9th March.
Redevelopment work began in September 2021 after being fast tracked by a $15 million Shovel Ready scheme from the New Zealand Government.
Cindy Robinson who was appointed General Manager of Maidstone Community Sports Hub in September 2023 advised “this has been such an exciting project and we’re pleased to see it all come together.
“The facility is an outstanding asset to the Upper Hutt community. I’m excited for the community to embrace and enjoy this wonderful space with the wide range of activities and events we look forward to hosting.”
Te Kupenga o Rongomai – Maidstone Sports Hub was a major project planned in Upper Hutt City Council’s 2018-2028 Long Term Plan (LTP).
Its purpose is to re-invigorate ageing sporting infrastructure in Upper Hutt and support local sports teams recovery from the impact of COVID-19.
Mayor Guppy enthused “this project is a fantastic upgrade for the community, it’s a modern facility and compliments the other turf facilities within Maidstone Park Hub.
“It’s a great facility that will not only offer sporting benefits but economic benefits for the community.”
To celebrate its completion, Te Kupenga o Rongomai- Maidstone Sports Hub will host a free community celebration on 9th March 11am – 2pm.
Images. New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon, Mayor Wayne Guppy and councillors attended the blessing of Te Kupenga o Rongomai- Maidstone Sports Hub. Credit: Upper Hutt Council
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