Te Puna o Whakaehu has a range of facilities for people using the pools.
Parking
There is car parking for 80 vehicles, with a maximum stay of two hours. This includes disabled, e-car, e-bike and mobility scooter parking, plus a bike and scooter rack. There are e-vehicle and e-bike charging stations.
Accessibility friendly
The accessibility of this facility is one of its greatest strengths. Accessible features include pool access (every pool has a wheelchair ramp), signs, paths and changing facilities. Two water wheelchairs are available; please advise pool staff before your visit if you need to use one of our wheelchairs. All facilities are on the same floor.
Food/drink facilities
Snacks and drinks are available from the two vending machines.
Retail
A small shop sells togs, googles and other swimming accessories.
Hire togs and towels
Togs and towels can be hired for a small fee.
Changing rooms
There are large men’s and women’s changing rooms and six smaller family changing rooms; two with wheelchair access and one with a hoist.
Lockers
Lockers are available, to be locked with your own padlock, although lockable lockers are planned.
Lost property
The facility administrates a lost property service. Lost property is kept at the facility for two months before it’s re-homed. For value or hygiene purposes, some items are not included in this service. Please ask reception if you have lost an item.
Meeting room
A multipurpose meeting room is available for hire, with capacity for ten people. This is perfect for small birthday parties, committee meetings and a base for small events. This room needs to be booked and there is a small fee.
Event bookings
Thinking of having an event at Te Puna o Whakaehu? We can cater for a variety of fun and fabulous events at our wonderful facility. From community focused events, to meetings and birthday parties, please contact us on tepunaowhakaehu@dcc.govt.nz to discuss your proposed event. Please note there are fees and conditions for event bookings and we’ll be happy to explain the ins and outs when you contact us. There are a number of spaces and options available to suit most needs. We look forward to working with you..
Outdoor areas
If you’d like to hold an outdoor event, Memorial Park next to Te Puna o Whakaehu is available for a variety of uses. Please contact us at tepunaowhakaehu@dcc.govt.nz if you want to discuss your proposed event.