QEII Pool Complex
The Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) pool complex in Christchurch evolved from a Commonwealth Games stadium to a beloved community pool, was destroyed by earthquakes, and reopened as the Taiora QEII Recreation and Sport Centre in May 2018
Features:
- 25 m × 25 m, 10-lane pool with movable floor
- 130 m hydroslide with Aquasphere bubble
- Hydrotherapy pool, splash pad, lazy river
Earthquake-Resistant Design:
- Supported by 2,000+ aggregate piers
- Pools with flexible stainless-steel walls
Taiora QEII blends modern recreation with resilient design, continuing the site’s long-standing community legacy.