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Wellington hospitality venues are prepare for another big sporting weekend

Wellington hospitality venues are prepare for another big sporting weekend

19 July 2025

A crowd of over 20-thousand's expected to watch Welsh football team Wrexham take on the Phoenix at Sky Stadium tonight.

The focus switches to basketball tomorrow, with the Wellington Saints taking on Southland in a sold out NBL final.

Local restaurant Ernesto's owner Steve Drummond, says the Saints tend to bring in a bit more of a corporate crowd compared to football and rugby.

He says having big games on is a huge boost in trade

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Cricket:
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