Central Energy Trust Arena

Central Energy Trust Arena is the current name of the 180,000 square metre publicly owned recreational complex just west of the Palmerston North city centre in the Manawatū-Whanganui region of New Zealand.

Central Energy Trust Arena
Former namesPalmerston North Showgrounds, Manawatu Sports Stadium, Arena Manawatu, FMG Stadium
LocationPalmerston North Central, Manawatū-Whanganui, New Zealand
Coordinates40°21′24″S 175°36′4″E
OwnerPalmerston North City Council
Capacity15,000 (Arena 1)
5,000 (Arena 2)
2,000 (Arena 3)
Construction
OpenedJuly 1886
RenovatedMarch 2005
RebuiltApril 1981
Tenants
Hurricanes
Manawatu Turbos
Robertson Holden International Speedway
Wellington Phoenix
Manawatu rugby league team

It has three linked indoor stadiums, with movable tiered seating. Outdoor facilities include football fields and a speedway track with grandstand.

In June 2015, FMG insurance chose not to renew the sponsorship deal for the main Stadium name.

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