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Christchurch
Sadly Christchurch suffered a devasting earthquake on 22 February 2011. Following a detailed review of reports assessing damage to key Tournament facilities and infrastructure, the decision was taken to relocated the matches to alternative stadium in New Zealand.
Rugby World Cup Limited has launched a special Appeal dedicated to raising funds to support the Rugby community affected by the Christchurch earthquake.
The primary aim of the RWC Christchurch Appeal is to specifically help restore Canterbury’s Rugby infrastructure at all levels of the Game. A number of clubs, schools and communities need assistance with the repair and development of Rugby grounds and facilities, while players and clubs continue to face financial hardship as a result of the earthquakes.
All funds raised through the Appeal will be passed on to the Canterbury Rugby Earthquake Charitable Trust, administered by the Canterbury Rugby Football Union.
For further information on the RWC Christchurch Appeal and how to donate please visit www.rwcchristchurchappeal.com
Where better to host Rugby World Cup 2011 than in New Zealand, the spiritual home of Rugby. And where better to see the matches than in a grass-roots stadium in a country where Rugby is a way of life.