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Voting is now open for three vacant positions on the Recreation Aotearoa Board. Voting is available to all financial members (individuals and organisations).

The Poolsafe® Annual Report 2024 has been published. Find a comprehensive snapshot of public pools across Aotearoa.

Nayland Park Pool’s Scott White has been named Lifeguard of the Year at the Aquatics Awards 2024 tonight in Lower Hutt. 

Two Hawke’s Bay Aquatics Programmes were recognised tonight at the Recreation Aotearoa Aquatic Awards, held in Lower Hutt. The annual Aquatics Awards celebrate the people, places and programmes within the New Zealand aquatics industry.

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa’s Staff Wellness Programme has won the Aquatic Innovation – Operation Award at the Recreation Aotearoa Aquatic Awards, held tonight in Lower Hutt. The award recognises innovations that enhance the aquatics experience, streamline facility operations and/or contribute to the wider industry. 

Recreation Aotearoa is urging parents and caregivers to actively supervise their children in swimming pools after an increase in drowning deaths last year.

Parks Planning Masterclass Regional Events - September 2024

Recreation Aotearoa and Xyst have developed a Parks Planning Masterclass. The full day class is designed for both new and experienced parks planners, park managers, coordinators and anyone involved in the management and administration of reserves and open spaces.

Recreation Aotearoa is calling for nominations to join our board and help shape the future of the Recreation Industry in New Zealand.

We are excited to unveil our enhanced ARPro accreditation programme, which comes into effect today.

Since 2018, Recreation Aotearoa has been managing He Puna Korikori – the Outdoor Activity fund – on behalf of Sport NZ. The fund was set up to increase the engagement of underrepresented populations in outdoor recreation and activities. He Puna Korikori was a fixed-term initiative, and this round is the final year of funding.