rugby
The final whistle for Newlands stadium
Farewell to Newlands, a national, sporting and Cape Town landmark. But, asks Archie Henderson, what will rise in its place?
27 February 2020 - 05:00
For traditionalists it will be the public execution of an old friend. For the cynics it’s just urban renewal, though on a grand scale.
No-one knows when the axe — or the wrecking ball — will fall on Newlands but everyone knows the old rugby stadium is on death row. The executioners and their accomplices have issued only bland statements on the future of a piece of prime Cape Town real estate...
Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.
Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.
Subscribe now to unlock this article.
Support BusinessLIVE’s award-winning journalism for R129 per month (digital access only).
There’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in SA. Our subscription packages now offer an ad-free experience for readers.
Cancel anytime.
Questions? Email helpdesk@businesslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00. Got a subscription voucher? Redeem it now.