The Mobility Transfer Service, trialled at the Foo Fighters concert earlier this year and at All Blacks v Argentina in August, is confirmed to run again on Saturday 28 September for the All Blacks v Australia test match.
This service assists fans with mobility needs from Platform 10 at Wellington Railway Station to the Stadium entrance, and back again after the match.
Positive feedback was received following the Foo Fighters concert and we are pleased to confirm the service will now include a return option from the Stadium back to Platform 10 post-match.
A reminder of the Service
1. Continuous Transfers: A Total Mobility Van, provided by Wellington Combined Taxis, will shuttle patrons from Platform 10 to the Stadium entrance gates on a continual loop pre-match between the hours of 4.00pm and 7.00pm and post-match between the hours of 9.00pm and 10.00pm. This will ensure fans with mobility requirements can arrive at the railway station during this period and have certainty they can make their way up to the gates easily, and return the same way after the match.
2. Dedicated Pick Up Point: A dedicated pick up point will be set up at the station end of Platform 10 at Wellington Railway Station. Look out for the large sign and dedicated Red Badge event staff who will be on hand to assist fans, provide information and ensure a smooth experience. At the end of the match, please look for the designated waiting are on the Inner Plaza as you exit the venue.
3. Inclusivity and Accessibility: The service is designed with inclusivity in mind, accommodating fans with varying mobility needs. The Total Mobility Van is fully wheelchair accessible. This service will be available to all patrons who require assistance with covering this distance from the station to the Stadium.
The service will run between the following times:
Pre-match: 4.00pm - 7.00pm
Post-match: 9.00pm - 10.00pm
As with all major events, it is recommended that fans with mobility requirements arrive as early as possible to ensure a relaxed arrival to the Stadium with plenty of time to purchase merchandise, food and drink and make their way to seats in time to see the teams run to field.
Please note that there will be a short delay in the departure of this service post-match to ensure the safety of all patrons on the Fran Wilde Walkway.
Alternative ways of getting to Sky Stadium on event day for those with mobility needs.
Fans in a vehicle with a valid mobility pass can be dropped off at the lower level of the stadium car park at any time from 12.00pm.
People movers will be running to transport fans who need assistance from the lower level of the car park, and from the top of the Thorndon Spiral along the Fran Wilde Walkway to the entrance gates. Please note the service along the Fran Wilde Walkway will operate when it is safe to do so.
People movers will run in reverse at the end of the night once most patrons have left the venue (approximately 30 minutes after show end). Please look for the designated waiting area on the Inner Plaza.
Rest areas are also in place along the Fran Wilde Walkway for anyone who needs to use them.
Event Day Timings
3.45pm: Gates open
4.15pm: Kick off U85s Club Cup final
7.05pm: Kick off All Blacks v Australia
8.45pm: Expected end of match
Please refer to our website for up to date event information in the lead up to the match.
For further information, please contact Sky Stadium directly:
P: 04 473 3881