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22 June

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Ice, Ice Baby: Polar Plunge

Makino Aquatic Centre is opening its outdoor pool for a mid-winter Polar Plunge as part of this year’s Matariki celebrations.

3 June

Positive Poolside Culture

To help improve safety, traffic flow, and the overall swimming experience, Makino Aquatic Centre will introduce clockwise swimming in all...

2 June

Makino’s Matariki Journey

Matariki celebrations are now moving into Week 5, Waipunarangi (June 1–7), at the Makino Aquatic...

25 May

Thinking about lessons?

Families are encouraged to take advantage of a special Swim School winter promotion, offering the final five weeks of term for just $50 at the Makino Aquatic Centre.

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15 May

Committed to Safe and Welcoming Spaces

At Manawatū District Council, we are committed to fostering a positive, inclusive, and...

30 April

Makino Swim School Levels Up

From first splashes to confident swimmers, Makino Aquatic Centre’s Swim School continues to deliver high-quality lessons for local families and now it has a fresh...

28 April

NEW! Weekend Aqua Fitness Classes

Did you know that exercising in water can provide twelve times the resistance of air, making even familiar movements far more effective for...

24 April

Splashing Holiday Success

Splashes, music, and plenty of smiles set the scene at Makino Aquatic Centre’s Easter Pool Party, with 200 attendees turning out for a high-energy day of holiday...

31 March

Tail-Wagging Excitement!

Get ready for wagging tails and splashes as Dogs in Togs makes its highly anticipated return to the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) on Sunday, April 19. For one special day, the...

20 March

Hop Into Easter at the MAC

The Easter Bunny has traded carrots for swim goggles, and he is hopping into the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) to make these April school holidays...

18 March

Bringing a Wave of Fun to Family Fun Day!

Who says the Makino Aquatic Centre (MAC) fun is only for the pool? This Sunday, 22 March, from 10am – 1pm, the MAC team is taking the splash to...

27 February

Supervision Saves Lives

Drowning is fast and silent, no splashing, no shouting, just seconds. Which is why active supervision is essential whenever children are in the water. At the...