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Get amongst the fun and join our manu competitions this summer to win prizes and become the Christchurch City Council manu champion.
Summer’s heating up, come chill out by the pool! Join us for an epic pool party, complete with an obstacle course and towering king slide.
No plans? No worries! We’ve got you covered with an unforgettable pool party, with fun for the whole whānau.
Opening 17 December!
Round up your friends and whānau for a day packed with excitement at Te Hāpua Halswell Summer Pool!
Our epic grand final is here. Get amongst it – enter the competition or come watch the fun and find out who will be crowned the 2026 Manu Champion.
Grab your friends and whānau, pack your togs, towel and sunscreen and splash into the final pool party of the season!
Get ready, Christchurch — Parakiore is almost here! Soon you’ll be able to enjoy world-class pools, thrilling hydroslides, state-of-the-art courts, a fully equipped gym, and spaces for all ages and abilities — all in one incredible new centre.
