Ngātea Swimming Pool

There are two pools in Ngātea; the main pool is 33 yards long with 6 lanes, as well as a small learner’s pool. Heated to 27 degrees Celsius.

Facilities

Facilities include: toilets, changing rooms, BBQ tables and shade shelters.

Location

Hugh Hayward Domain, Ngātea.

Swimming Season

CLOSED

Our Ngātea Pool has now closed for the 2025/26 season and will be open for the 2026/27 season in November 2026.

During the swimming season the Council employs lifeguards along with a supervisor to oversee the day to day operation of the pools.

Parents and caregivers are encouraged to dress babies and infants in ‘Little Swimmers’, which can be purchased on-site, so nobody has to worry about accidents.

Pool Inflatables

We provide large pool inflatables at each of our pools on particular dates, between 1pm and 3pm.

Activity on the inflatables is monitored by our trained lifeguards. All participants must follow direction of the lifeguards at all times, for safety reasons.

View the dates inflatables are available at the Ngātea pool.

Opening hours during season

School Holiday Hours:
Monday to Friday
Time	Activity
6:00am - 9:00am	Lane swimming
9:00am - 6:00pm	Public swimming
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays
11:00am - 5:00pm	Public swimming
*Check for closures listed below

School Term Hours:
Monday to Friday
Time	Activity
6:00am - 9:00am	Lane swimming
9:00am -12:30pm	Schools
12:30pm - 1:30pm	Lane swimming
1:30pm - 3:00pm	Schools
3:00pm - 6:00pm	Public swimming
Saturday, Sunday & Public Holidays
11:00am - 5:00pm	Public swimming

Check for Closures (full days or sessions unavailable)

Closures are listed here as they become known.

We’ve introduced salt chlorination at Ngātea Pool

We’ve introduced salt chlorination for a better swimming experience. Not only does it keep the pool clean, but it also protects against pathogens, those unwanted swimming buddies, without the sting of harsh chemicals. That means fewer red eyes, softer skin, and healthier hair after your swim.

Plus, it’s kinder to the environment, lower cost, and easier to maintain – all while keeping the water clean and safe.

Key Benefits:

Lower maintenance with an automated system to control filtration and chlorine production.
Pools will still be sanitised to the required levels.
Environmentally friendly.
Expected savings of approximately $10k per season.