Win a Ticket to Stars Underground - a Matariki celebration!
FIVE lucky winners (and their plus ones) will be invited underground to visit Te Waihorotiu Station to view the seven skylights that are representative of the stars of Matariki.
You can expect to enjoy an informative tour through the new station with guides from the CRL Mana Whenua Forum. There will be kōrero on station design and the importance of Matariki. Light refreshments will be provided. The date for the event is the evening of Thursday 11 July 2024, with exact times provided to winners in advance.
Entries are now closed. Please keep an eye on your emails.
FAQs - What you need to know
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The event will take about an hour and a half, including time for health and safety inductions and light kai and drinks at the end.
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Because this is a construction site, there is limited room which is why we have to strictly limit numbers.
The small group of winners will be accompanied by CRL staff and representatives from the CRL Mana Whenua Forum to walk through the new station. At the end, we will gather for hot chocolate and a biscuit.
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You will be led through the construction site by CRL staff and Mana Whenua Forum representatives. You will need to wear the personal protective gear necessary for the specific event. We will provide all necessary PPE. You must be able to safely navigate the construction site unaided or without assistance.
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Please allow extra travel time as entry may not be possible after the start time. You will need to be present for the health and safety induction at the beginning to be able to join the site tour.
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As explained, numbers are very limited and we have allocated space for a total of 10 people from the public to attend. Extra people will not gain admittance.
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Because it is a construction site, sorry but there is an age limit. Only those 16 years and over can attend. No animals are also permitted.
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Unfortunately, due to the fact this event is occurring on a construction site below ground, it is not possible to accommodate attendees with mobility constraints. You must be able to safely evacuate in the case of an emergency.
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Paid-for car parking is available in the city centre including in the Auckland Council’s nearby Aotea Centre carpark. However, why not leave the car at home and take public transport? You can plan your journey here.
The fine print - Terms and Conditions
By entering the draw, you are agreeing to these Terms and Conditions.
You must be 16 years or older
All guests must be able to safely navigate our construction site unaided. There is no accessible option available, meaning those in wheelchairs or with mobility issues will not be permitted to enter site.
All guests must follow all directions from our staff.
Long sleeves and long pants must be worn - no skirts, dresses, or any loose clothing that may catch on construction related equipment.
The number of people is limited because of location restraints and health and safety requirements. Additional guests will not be permitted.
No animals are allowed, including assistance animals.
Photos will be taken at the event. These may appear in publications, on our website and social media pages. By entering the draw, you are giving City Rail Link Ltd consent to use the images taken for publicity purposes.
City Rail Link Ltd reserves the right to search bags. No glass, sharp objects, illicit drugs, alcohol, spray cans, lithium batteries or dangerous goods are permitted.
City Rail Link Ltd takes no responsibility for any damage to, loss, or theft of, personal property.
No bikes, pushchairs, buggies, scooters, skateboards or other such equipment is allowed.
The area is a construction area so be prepared for dust, loud noises and uneven surfaces.
Guests should not enter if you suffer from claustrophobia or are uncomfortable in confined spaces or low light environments.
All persons attending do so at their own risk.
The tickets are not transferable.
It is the ticket holders’ responsibility to arrange transport to and from the event.
The draw is final and no correspondence can be entered into.
In the event that you are successful, your personal details (as provided below) will be used to contact you to confirm event details. We will also contact you for further personal details to be used for health and safety purposes and to confirm eligibility to enter the construction site.
City Rail Link Ltd will not keep your details if you do not check the box to sign up for news and updates.
If that works for you, enter the draw
To go in the draw, please complete the following. The lucky names will be announced on our social media and advised by email of the date and details. If you are a lucky winner, but unable to attend, please advise us so we can offer the ticket to someone else.