Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds. 

One NZ Stadium hosts Super Rugby’s Super Round over the next three days, with the Crusaders taking on the Waratahs in the opening match tonight. 

Recent alcohol law changes mean hospitality venues can now open past midnight and sell alcohol without serving meals. 

Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann Watson told Ryan Bridge that the stadium will bring people into the city and have them spend locally, which is exactly what they want.  

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Christchurch bars, restaurants and retailers are preparing for a bumper weekend with the city's new stadium playing host to its first crowds.&nbsp;
One NZ Stadium hosts Super Rugby’s Super Round over the next three days, with the Crusaders taking on the Waratahs in the opening match tonight.&nbsp;
Recent alcohol law changes mean hospitality venues can now open past midnight and sell alcohol without serving meals.&nbsp;
Business Canterbury Chief Executive Leeann Watson told Ryan Bridge that the stadium will bring people into the city and have them spend locally, which is exactly what they want. &nbsp;
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Leeann Watson: Business Canterbury CEO on the opening of the One NZ Stadium

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