Christchurch’s multi-million dollar Taiora QEII sports facility has officially opened this afternoon.
The $38 million project began in January last year with the hopes of being open for Queen’s Birthday Weekend.
Attractions include lane and leisure pools, a hydro slide, lazy river, cafe and gym.
Mayor of Christchurch Lianne Dalziel told 1 NEWS "it's a fantastic facility" and the kids will definitely appreciate it.
The original facility was made for the 1974 Commonwealth Games, but was damaged beyond repair in the earthquakes.
Operations manager, Nigel Cox, says they’re expecting thousands of people this afternoon and will be open late to cater for the masses.
“This is a piece of history for the people of the east and we can’t wait to finally open,” he said.
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