Date: 24 JANUARY - 3 FEBRUARY 1990
Host: New Zealand
Countries: 55
Events: 204
Athletes: 2073

The XIV Commonwealth Games, the third to be hosted by New Zealand and Auckland’s second, witnessed a fantastic opening ceremony comprising a magnificent and moving portrayal of the forces that led to the formation of New Zealand society and culture.

Thankfully, boycotts gave way to a new positive spirit of cooperation far more in keeping with the image of “The Friendly Games” and a new record of 55 nations participated in the second Auckland Games sending 2,826 athletes and officials.

Twenty-nine of the competing nations succeeded in winning medals from a total of 639 medals available. Australia headed the medals table with New Zealand claiming fourth place behind England and Canada.

Ten sports featured in the second Auckland Games – Athletics, Aquatics (Diving, Swimming & Synchronised Swimming), Badminton, Boxing, Cycling, Gymnastics, Judo, Lawn Bowls, Shooting, and Weightlifting.