ARTA Media Release

25 August 2009

Catch the train to Eden Park for free

Air New Zealand Cup action continues this weekend, as Auckland take on the Bay of Plenty at Eden Park.  The match kicks-off on Sunday 30 August at 2.35pm, and fans that are going to the game can catch the train there and back for free, simply by showing their pre-purchased game ticket or Eden Park membership card.

Free travel is valid on all lines to Kingsland station, a short walk from Eden Park from 11.35am onwards, and following the game free travel applies until the close of service.  Please remember, free travel only applies to those who show a valid match ticket or Eden Park membership card.

A number of regular bus services also travel on routes via Eden Park and normal fares apply on these services.

Regular services (Normal fares from all stops apply)

·         Regular Dominion Road services (routes 25- and 26-) run approximately every 10 minutes from the St James stop on Queen Street.

·         Regular bus routes 23- and 24- run approximately every 15 minutes from Victoria Street West in the CBD to Sandringham Road by Eden Park.

Regular New North Rd services (routes 21- and 22-) run approximately every 15 minutes from Victoria Street West to Kingsland shops, a short walk to Eden Park.

Rugby fans heading to the game should allow plenty of time for their journey to Eden Park.

For more details on public transport services to Eden Park call MAXX on 3666 400 or visit maxx.co.nz.

For additional information on the game please visit www.edenpark.co.nz

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