What makes it 81% Baby-Friendly: Babies get a 32-34 °C shallow pool, Bubbletimes play sessions and six change tables, and they swim free in school hours; however no listed nursing room means caregivers may need to find a private corner.
Why 2–3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time for toddler pool play, a Bubbletimes session, and comfortable breaks using amenities.
Toddlers pool & splash area:
Shallow 32–34 °C toddler pool with small slides and tipping buckets.
Tip: Bring a swim diaper and rash guard for baby’s comfort.
Bubbletimes play session:
Casual splash-and-play class for babies and under-5s.
Tip: Book online in advance or arrive early; sessions run on weekends.
Babies & Toddlers group lessons:
Parent-and-child water confidence classes.
Tip: Reserve your spot ahead; classes fill up quickly.

Lavinia Isaac
Awesome pools great clean facilities. I come about once every two weeks to do water walking and love the spa and hydrotherapy pool.
Allan Collins
Over the last week the steam and sauna rooms have been cold 3 times at opening time (5.30am). This morning (Saturday 6am) Both were cold and unusable. When asking the female life-guard, her response was, 'its not my job". This person last week also had some smart remark when the lights weren't working in the Sauna when she decided to close the Sauna. I told her that it had been like this all week ...
Ranee Brady
ND user here. First time to the pools and cant speak highly enough of the staff, especially Wan (?). She took me aside and looked after me, showed me around and was just generally wonderful. Since joining and going swimming, the life guards are similarly awesome. Checking to make sure I'm OK and being generally supportive. Oh, and the facilities are great too. 😅
Julia Russell
This is such a great pool and facilities. I showered in the female changing rooms and the shower temp was great. I went to help my daughter and grand daughter in the baby change area and the water was EXTREMELY hot, my daughter burnt her head. Fortunately, not my granddaughter. I know these temps will be monitored as part of your quality programme so I thought this would be useful info for you.
s s
Great pool for all ages. Indoor and outdoor hydro slides, outdoor only for 5+ or over 107cm tall. Kids pools have a lazy river and two spots for rest and water massage, baby play area is spacious, swim pools are very clean and tidy. The only thing is there is only 3 family shower rooms and one of the two disability room was locked. Took a long time waiting for a room to become available. The pool ...
Children under 5 swim free during school term hours (check term dates). Off-peak and holiday times charge NZ $4 for under-5s.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 2 adult pool entries | NZD 14 |
| Bubbletimes play session | NZD 5 |
| Total Estimated | NZD 19 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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