The $1.5 million Palmerston North stadium, called Arena Manawatu, was opened 2 April 1981 by Prince Charles. It was designed by consulting engineers, Bill Lobell Smith and Associates. Russell Longley (pictured) was the organiser of the first event...

Creator:      Manawatu Evening Standard
Place:          Pascal Street, Palmerston North
Date:          April 1, 1981