Queenstown Events Centre facts for kids
View of the Queenstown Events Centre Building
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 Queenstown Events Centre
Location in New Zealand
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| Former names | John Davies Oval, Davies Park |
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| Location | Joe O'connell Drive, Frankton, Queenstown, New Zealand |
| Coordinates | 45°0′58″S 168°44′18″E / 45.01611°S 168.73833°E |
| Owner | Queenstown-Lakes District Council |
| Operator | Lakes Leisure |
| Capacity | 19,000 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Tenants | |
| Otago Rugby Football Union, Highlanders, Otago United, Otago Volts, Queenstown Cricket Club | |
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| Main venue | Queenstown Events Centre Building |
| Other sports facilities | Alpine Aqualand, Frankton Golf Centre, Rockatipu Climbing Wall |
| Public transit | Frankton Bus Interchange |
| Opened | 1997 |
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| End names | |
| Remarkables End Coronet Peak End |
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| International information | |
| First ODI | 4 January 2003: New Zealand v  India |
| Last ODI | 1 January 2014: New Zealand v  West Indies |
| Only WODI | 3 March 2010: New Zealand v  Australia |
| As of 6 September 2020 Source: ESPNcricinfo |
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The Queenstown Events Centre is a large sports and event place in Queenstown, New Zealand. It's also known as John Davies Oval or Davies Park. This centre is a multi-purpose venue, meaning it can be used for many different activities. It's located in the beautiful Otago region on the South Island of New Zealand.
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About the Queenstown Events Centre
The Queenstown Events Centre first opened its doors in 1997. It's built on land owned by the Queenstown-Lakes District Council. This makes it a public space for everyone to enjoy.
The main stadium can hold up to 19,000 people. About 6,000 seats are always there, and another 13,000 temporary seats can be added for bigger events.
A Special Location
This sports ground is known as one of the most amazing places in the world to watch international cricket. It sits between the tall Remarkables mountains and the clear waters of Lake Wakatipu. You can even see large planes taking off and landing at the nearby Queenstown International Airport. This makes for some truly incredible views!
The centre hosts many exciting events. These include international cricket matches and rugby games with the Highlanders team. It's also a "home ground" for the Otago Cricket team. Besides sports, it holds trade shows, exhibitions, seminars, and concerts.
A Cricket Record
On January 1, 2014, something amazing happened here. New Zealand's Black Caps player Corey Anderson broke a world record. He scored the fastest century (100 runs) in a One Day International (ODI) cricket match. He reached 100 runs in just 36 balls! This beat the old record by one ball. Corey ended up scoring 131 runs without being out, hitting 14 sixes and 6 fours. He and Jesse Ryder also set a team record for the most sixes in one ODI game.
Fun Activities at the Centre
The Queenstown Events Centre offers many different ways to stay active and have fun. You can enjoy various sports and activities here.
Sports and Games
- Cricket: You can watch or play different types of cricket games. These include international One Day Internationals, local Twenty20 competitions, school matches, and six-a-side games. There are also practice nets if you want to improve your batting or bowling.
- Rugby: The stadium hosts exciting rugby union matches.
- Swimming: You can go for a swim at the indoor water park.
- Golf: There's a golf course right next to the centre.
- Fitness training: You can work out and stay fit.
- Tennis: Both indoor and outdoor tennis courts are available.
- Netball: You can play netball indoors or outdoors.
- Indoor rock climbing: Test your climbing skills on the special wall.
The centre is also home to several different sports clubs.
Alpine Aqualand
The Alpine Aqualand is a fantastic indoor water park located next to the main stadium. It's a great place to cool off and have fun.
- It has a 25-meter lap pool with 8 lanes for serious swimmers.
- There's a fun leisure pool and a "lazy river" where you can float along.
- You'll find two exciting hydroslides (water slides).
- There's also a special toddler pool and learner pools for those just starting out.
- For relaxing, you can use the hot tubs.
Frankton Golf Centre
The Frankton Golf Centre is a 9-hole golf course located south of the Queenstown Events Centre. It's perfect for a quick game of golf.
- The course has a par of 30.
- It includes 6 short holes (par 3s) and 3 longer holes (par 4s).
- The best score ever on this course is 26.
- You can also practice your swing at the driving range.
- There's a footgolf course, which is a fun mix of soccer and golf.
- A pro shop is available for all your golf needs.
Rockatipu Climbing Wall
Inside the Queenstown Events Centre, you'll find the Rockatipu Climbing Wall. It's a great place to try indoor rock climbing.
- It offers over 40 different climbs for all skill levels.
- You'll find both vertical and overhanging rock features to challenge yourself.
- The centre offers classes and kids' climbing courses.
- You can also rent equipment if you don't have your own.
