How Eden Park is helping P!NK fans protect their hearing at her Auckland concerts
Eden Park is turning up the volume on inclusivity, and it's music to the ears of P!NK fans! In a groundbreaking move, Kennards Hire has introduced Sound Sensitivity Stations at the iconic New Zealand venue, creating an elevated experience for those sensitive to sound.
The stations, making their debut just in time for the highly-anticipated P!NK concerts, offer free self-serve earplugs to fans, marking a first-of-its-kind initiative in a major New Zealand venue. This fantastic addition aims to allow individuals with sound sensitivity to revel in the magic of big game days and concerts without the risk of being overwhelmed by noise levels.
Inspired by the personal experience of Kennards Hire staff member and mum, Kimberley White, the initiative addresses a common trigger for sound-sensitive individuals. Kimberley shared, “We developed this concept and took it to Eden Park, which immediately jumped on board. With their help, we have been able to take a step towards ensuring individuals like my son... don't have to miss out on enjoying events due to noise sensitivity.”
Eden Park CEO Nick Sautner expressed pride in leading the way in accessibility, stating, “We’re delighted to be working with Kennards Hire to introduce these Sound Sensitivity Stations to Eden Park to make the events we host more sensory inclusive.”
In addition to the Sound Sensitivity Stations, Kennards Hire will also be supplying noise-reducing Ear Defenders in Eden Park’s existing Sensory Room. All dispensers and equipment are provided free of charge by premium supplier Esko Safety.
Kennards Hire New Zealand General Manager, Tom Kimber, added, “Kennards Hire is proud to support this initiative as part of our Icon Partnership with Eden Park. I have firsthand experience with my son who is hyper reactive to sensory input, and I’m pleased that we are in a position to help draw more attention to the understanding of sensory inclusivity.”
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