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  •   Home > News > Environment

    A large hot pool complex is poised to offer 30 new jobs at Canterbury ski town Methven

    A large hot pool complex is poised to offer 30 new jobs at Canterbury ski town Methven


    The 15 to 20 million dollar Opuke Thermal Pools and Spa plans to open in August.

    Project director James McKenzie says it will provide work, and boost visitor numbers.

    He says the year-round tourist and wellness destination will provide business for other operations.

    A manager has been appointed, and staff recruiting will begin soon.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     06 Mar: All fire permits are suspended in the Queenstown Lakes District - as hot and windy weather has raised the fire risk to extreme
     05 Mar: Wellington's southern coast could still be back to square one in more heavy rain
     04 Mar: Tauranga City Council's extended its Transition to Recovery period from January's storm and fatal landslides - until April 1
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    Environment:
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    Entertainment:
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    Rugby:
    Corey Peters is deflecting the bright lights of the Paralympics ahead of his men's downhill runs at Milan Cortina tonight 21:17

    Entertainment:
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    Entertainment:
    Harry Styles has found fame to be isolating at times 20:35

    Entertainment:
    Jamie-Lynn Sigler is still mourning the death of her "dear friend" James Van Der Beek 20:05

    Entertainment:
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    Entertainment:
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    Rugby:
    At the Taupo Ironman pro series event, Trevor Foley has won the mens race in seven hours, 46 minutes and 44 seconds 18:57

    Rugby:
    Blues coach Vern Cotter is leaning into their ugly recent record against the Crusaders ahead of tonight's Super Rugby encounter at Eden Park 18:37


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