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26 parks and green spaces across New Zealand have today achieved Green Flag Award status, an international recognition of quality that highlights their recreational and environmental value. The Green Flag Award is a global mark of excellence, setting a high standard for parks and open spaces.

The recreation sector came together in Tāmaki Makaurau tonight for the Outdoors & Recreation Awards 2024.

Our annual Impact Report is a great way for to share some of the mahi we've done, and for our members to learn more about our projects and fellow Recreation Aotearoa members.

The Recreation Aotearoa Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on 13 November 2024. The agenda includes Board elections, proposed constitutional changes, and a Life Membership nomination.

The Poolsafe® Annual Report 2024 has been published. Find a comprehensive snapshot of public pools across Aotearoa.

Nayland Park Pool’s Scott White has been named Lifeguard of the Year at the Aquatics Awards 2024 tonight in Lower Hutt. 

Two Hawke’s Bay Aquatics Programmes were recognised tonight at the Recreation Aotearoa Aquatic Awards, held in Lower Hutt. The annual Aquatics Awards celebrate the people, places and programmes within the New Zealand aquatics industry.

Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools and Spa’s Staff Wellness Programme has won the Aquatic Innovation – Operation Award at the Recreation Aotearoa Aquatic Awards, held tonight in Lower Hutt. The award recognises innovations that enhance the aquatics experience, streamline facility operations and/or contribute to the wider industry. 

Recreation Aotearoa is urging parents and caregivers to actively supervise their children in swimming pools after an increase in drowning deaths last year.

Parks Planning Masterclass Regional Events - September 2024

Recreation Aotearoa and Xyst have developed a Parks Planning Masterclass. The full day class is designed for both new and experienced parks planners, park managers, coordinators and anyone involved in the management and administration of reserves and open spaces.