Even the toughest food critics need a break! My Kitchen Rules (MKR) judges Manu Feildel and Colin Fassnidge have found the perfect place to unwind at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa.
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.
Top contenders for People’s Choice at the 2024 Spa & Wellness Awards
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua, New Zealand and Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa in Hepburn Springs, Victoria, have been announced as finalists in separate categories for the People’s Choice
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Celebrating Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori: Embracing language and heritage
This week marks the celebration of Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori, a time to honour the beauty and significance of Te Reo Māori, the indigenous language of Aotearoa New Zealand. As a vital part of Wai
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Meet Zaria, embracing her fitness, family and future dreams
At Gallagher Recreation Centre in Te Kūiti, New Zealand, Zaria Ellis embodies the community spirit and dedication to her role. As a Customer Service Coordinator since the venue’s grand opening in
The ultimate recovery after record-breaking Run The Forest 2024
Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa has provided a sanctuary for participants to rejuvenate after their impressive efforts in this years’ ‘Run The Forest’ event by Nduro Events. With over 3,000
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Wai Ariki celebrates a year of wellness, culture and awards
What a year it’s been! Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa recently celebrated its first anniversary, marking an incredible year packed with achievements that have truly put Wai Ariki on the map as THE
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Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa a finalist for World Architecture Awards
Just 12 months after its official opening and having already won numerous design awards, Rotorua’s luxury lakefront spa, Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, has been nominated as a finalist at the World
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This year, Mt Albert Aquatic Centre has delivered over 10,000 school swim lessons to children in need
Mt Albert Aquatic Centre has reached the milestone of delivering over 10,000 school swim lessons to children in the local community who either attend low decile schools, have a disability or who are
State-of-the-art trilingual sports hub to boost Kaitaia’s wellbeing
In a showcase of the community’s pride and spirit, hundreds of people have attended the formal opening of the $11.5 million Te Hiku Sports Hub this morning in Kaitaia, New Zealand, marking a
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Wai Ariki’s Māori-inspired architecture wins prestigious award
We are incredibly proud of the multi-award-winning venue Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa, which has received yet another award for its Commercial Architecture at the 2024 Waikato & Bay of Plenty
Black Ferns’ secret recovery weapon revealed
The Black Ferns, New Zealand’s top women’s rugby team, have discovered a game-changing recovery secret within the walls of Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa. Nestled by Lake Rotorua, this hidden gem
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All whaea welcome at Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa Cafe this Mother’s Day weekend
With the greater part (60%) of the Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa team being a whaea (mother), it’s no surprise that the business is built on the strength of whānau (family). Additionally, as the
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