Media release

Friday, 23 March, 2007

MAXX to the rugby this weekend

Avoid parking hassles and catch the bus or train to Eden Park to see the Blues take on the Waratahs, kicking off at 7.35pm tonight.

A free shuttle bus will run approximately every 10 minutes from 5.30pm before the game and immediately after the game.

Specially marked buses will use existing bus stops in a loop from Eden Park Bus Park, via Reimers Ave, Sandringham Road, Balmoral Road, Mt Eden Road, New North Road, Sandringham Road, Reimers Ave and back to Eden Park Bus Park.

Regular bus routes 23- and 24- run from Victoria Street East approximately every 15 minutes to Sandringham Road by Eden Park.

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

Those heading to the 4pm game between the Warriors and the Broncos at Mt Smart Stadium on Sunday can use the journey planner on www.maxx.co.nz to plan their travel.

Please be aware that bus replacement services are in place for some Western Line services.

Normal fares from all stations apply. Please ensure you allow plenty of time for your travel to big events around Auckland this weekend.

ENDS

(www.arta.co.nz)

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