According to TVNZ, the main attraction of Party Central, The Cloud, has been opened to media, one week out from the Rugby World Cup.

The Cloud is part of the Queens Wharf venue which also features an exhibition space, two giant screens to broadcast games, food and beverage stalls, a business lounge and a main stage that will feature close to 100 musical acts on opening night next Friday.

The 175 metre long Cloud cost $9.8 million and will feature fine food, wine, technology, fashion, art, design and agriculture.

Sources:

1. The National Business Review: The Cloud Opens

2. TVNZ: The Cloud to headline Party Central

3. Scoop: Kiwi innovation on show at The Cloud during Rugby World Cup

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