Vanguard Square is not only a place to relax but also cater for public events such as markets, food stalls and outdoor dining.

The name Vanguard Square is a reference to the future and those leading the way with new ideas and developments in the Innovation Precinct.

Vanguard Square contains a mix of hospitality, such as Dux Central, and commercial businesses such as Vodafone and Kathmandu Limited, and has a gritty urban vibe. 

The paving and landscaping is high-quality, and includes bleachers that can be used for seating or stage.

'Vanguard Square Site Map

Vanguard Square Site Map

'Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

'Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

'Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

'Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

Rugby World Cup Fanzone in Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square

Vanguard Square

'Vanguard Square and Ash Street

Vanguard Square and Ash Street

'Vanguard Square and the Dux Central

Vanguard Square and the Dux Central

Location
  • 5 Poplar Lane, Central City
Size and surface
  • 535m2
  • Paved surface
Key features 
  • Fourteen reclaimed timber piles from Lyttelton port
  • Raised corten planters
  • Paving borders
  • Decking
Suitable for
  • Up to 500 people
  • Suitable for smaller public events and promotions
  • Private events permitted
  • Infrastructure
  • Vehicle access
Restrictions
  • Traffic management may be required depending on impact on pedestrian/vehicular access to Poplar, Ash and Nurseryman Streets as this area is designated a legal road.
  • Noise restrictions: Consideration of surrounding businesses required, noise restrictions
Available facilities
  • Power - Two power boxes each containing:
    • Two 32amp three-phase sockets
    • Two 10amp single-phase sockets
  • Drinking fountain
  • Bike racks
  • Seating
  • Litter and recycling bins 
  • Lighting – Standard street lighting along pathways.
  • Parking(external link) – Limited street parking
  • Bus stop(external link)
  • Mobility friendly
Charges
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