Cowles Stadium is a multi-purpose indoor arena in Aranui, Christchurch.
[2][3] Cowles Stadium was named in commemoration of William James Cowles, a Christchurch city councilor and sports administrator whose advocacy for an indoor sports stadium led to its construction.
[7] The Benson & Hedges Classic men's Grand Prix tennis tournament was held at Cowles Stadium during the 1973[8] and 1974 circuits.
[9] The tournament venue was shifted from Wilding Park to Cowles Stadium during the 1973 tournament due to rain,[8] and remained indoors at Cowles Stadium in 1974 to avoid further potential disruptions from bad weather.
The Sirens relocated from Westpac Arena along with the Rams following upgrades to Cowles Stadium.