Aquaman star Jason Momoa has lived up to his name by enjoying a restorative soak at Rotorua’s Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa. The multi-award-winning venue is built on the legacy of Māori culture
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News & Events
Stay informed about the latest happenings across Belgravia Leisure’s multiple sectors, including tourism and holiday parks, spa and wellness, aquatics, sports and leisure, and health and wellbeing. Our team is committed to providing top-quality services and programs to improve the wellbeing of communities across New Zealand and Australia. News stories and event announcements on this page showcase our dedication to innovation, sustainability, inclusion, and community engagement.
Indigenous Women Lead and Inspire at 2024 Industry Summit at Wai Ariki
In a celebration of leadership and cultural heritage, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa recently played host to the 2024 Indigenous Women in Industry (IWI) Summit. Set against the breathtaking
Belgravia Leisure provides free swimming lessons to the Fairlie and Twizel communities
To support remote communities, enhance water safety and foster a love for swimming, Belgravia Leisure has once again extended its support by offering complimentary swimming lessons to the Fairlie and
Wai Ariki’s architecture in the spotlight in ArchitectureNow
We are honoured to see Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa featured in ArchitectureNow for its architecture and grounding in te ao Māori. Wai Ariki’s culturally, architecturally, experiential and beautiful
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Pioneering Wellbeing and Travel Trends in 2024
Officially opened in June 2023, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua, is already proving a hit with local and international visitors alike, while it has also picked up
New Zealand’s Premier Spa Experience Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa receives Qualmark’s highest accreditation
We are thrilled to announce that Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has achieved the highest level of accreditation by Qualmark, New Zealand’s official mark of tourism excellence. Our spa has been
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Introducing Debbie Guptill-Robertson, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa General Manager
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa is pleased to announce the appointment of Debbie Guptill-Robertson as its new General Manager, effective 1st December 2023. Debbie Guptill-Robertson brings a wealth of
Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa named the Best New Spa at the 2023 Spa and Wellness Awards
Just four months after opening, Rotorua’s Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has been crowned the Best New Spa for 2023 at the 2023 Spa & Wellness Awards. The annual awards recognise and celebrate
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Belgravia Leisure and Cérge join forces to revolutionise inclusivity in New Zealand
As an individual with a disability, imagine having an exceptional guest experience every time you visit your local leisure centre, simply by using an app to alert the venue ahead of time of your
Honours for Local Heroes: Franklin Pool and Leisure Lifeguards Receive Prestigious Awards
In a remarkable display of courage and dedication, Franklin Pool and Leisure’s Samantha Larson, Aquatics Coordinator and Taylor Harvey, Senior Lifeguard, have been honoured with prestigious awards
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Wai Ariki Lauded with Highest Honour at Prestigious Design Awards
Rotorua’s new luxury spa, Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa, has been nationally recognised for its eye-catching, innovative design, winning three accolades in this year’s Designers Institute
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Supporting World Mental Health Day 2023: Mental Health Is a Universal Human Right
Today is World Mental Health Day. It is a day when people worldwide come together to raise awareness about mental health and unite efforts to ensure that mental health care is accessible to everyone,