22nd January 2025 He Puna Taimoana / Hot PoolsNew Brighton’s hot pools attraction is closing temporarily from 17 February for maintenance.
2nd July 2024 He Puna Taimoana / Hot PoolsChristchurch City Council’s He Puna Taimoana will raise entry prices by $2 for standard entry to $23 during peak sessions.
31st May 2024 He Puna Taimoana / Hot PoolsHe Puna Taimoana at New Brighton will be closed from June 17 to June 23 for unscheduled maintenance to repair a suspected leaking pipe beneath the pools.
22nd April 2024 Geothermal / Hot PoolsBay of Plenty Regional Council has approved a care plan to support the sustainable management of geothermal in Rotorua city.
3rd November 2023 Hot Pools / Wai ArikiWai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa has been named as the Best New Spa at the 2023 Spa and Wellness Awards.
16th June 2023 Hot Pools / Wai ArikiThe government has invested $51m in the hot pools attraction, which is expected to attract thousands of visitors to the region.
1st June 2023 Hot PoolsNapier’s Ocean Spa pool and gym complex has reopened to the public after a significant upgrade.
17th April 2023 Hot Pools / Wai ArikiWai Ariki Thermal Hot Springs & Spa has opened bookings ahead of its anticipated launch later this year.
17th January 2023 Hot Pools / Wai ArikiWai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa is on track for its Rotorua opening in mid-2023, with 40 staff expected to join the attraction.
19th December 2022 Hot Pools / Wai ArikiWai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua is edging closer to completion, with the roof now in place on the development.
19th October 2022 Hot Pools / Ōpuke Thermal PoolsA good first winter helps Ōpuke Thermal Pools & Spa – partially owned by NZSki – put the pandemic behind it.
4th July 2022 DOC / Hot PoolsMangatutu Hot Springs in Hawke’s Bay could be closed if anti-social behaviour continues at the popular thermal pools and campsite.
