Facilities

There are 13 centres you can holiday at in New Zealand. All units are fully self-contained, with blankets, crockery, cooking utensils, television, microwave, and most locations have gas BBQs available. All you need to take with you is your own linen and food.

To keep expenses (and tariffs) down we ask that you clean the unit prior to leaving. We do not employ custodians to clean the units and reserve the right to recover any wages for additional cleaning necessary from tenants.

Cots and highchairs are available on request from the Leave Centre Clerk.

Bookings

Bookings for Army Leave Centres can be made over the phone - there are no forms to fill in (except when booking during ballot periods). Your phone booking will be pencilled in, and an invoice sent to you. When payments has been received your booking is confirmed and a receipt will be forwarded, together with information on where to pick up the key and what you will need to take with you. To speed up the process you can pay by credit card over the phone and all the relevant information will be sent to you immediately.

Ballot Periods

To ensure units are allocated appropriately during popular holiday periods a ballot is held for:

a. Easter Weekend

b. Queen's Birthday weekend

c. Labour weekend

d. Four weeks from the first Friday before Christmas

Ballots are drawn 7 weeks prior to the start of the holiday (12 weeks for the Christmas ballot), to allow personnel to book alternative accommodation if their ballot application is unsuccessful. After a ballot has been drawn any surplus accommodation is allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Ballot applications must be made in writing - application forms are available from orderly rooms or on request from the Leave Centre Clerk.

For further information please contact the Leave Centre Clerk:

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NORTH ISLAND

'MOUNT MAUNGANUI'                     

Mount Maunganui is a popular holiday destination for holidaymakers looking to enjoy surfing, swimming and fishing. The Mount Maunganui Leave Centre is ideally located very near the main swimming beach and shopping centre. A walking track only a couple of blocks from the leave centre rewards walkers with a panoramic view of the local area from the top of Mount Maunganui.

Three units sleep six people, while another unit sleeps up to eight.

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'ROTORUA'                                         

Rotorua, with its rich culture and natural wonders, is top of the list for many international tourists. The area is well known for its thermal activity in locations such as Whakarewa, Waiotapu and Orakei Korako. Visitors also enjoy the gondola and luge on Mount Ngongotaha and thermal pools near the city centre.

Rotorua can be used as a base for other adventure tourism activities such as white water rafting. Rotorua also has one of New Zealand's best mountain biking tracks located in nearby Whakarewarewa Forest.

Three units sleep six people and one unit sleeps four.

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‘TAUPO (ACACIA BAY)’                          

Taupo is world renowned for its trout fishing and crystal clear lake. The Acacia Bay Leave Centre is in a peaceful setting several kilometres from the town centre, and only one block from the lakeside. Paragliding, waterskiing and lake cruises are popular activities for many visitors to the area. Taupo can also be used as a base for skiing Mount Ruapehu in the winter. All six units sleep up to six people.

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'TURANGI'                                      

The Tongariro River which runs through Turangi and into nearby Lake Taupo, provides some of the best trout fishing in the world. Turangi Leave Centre is an ideal base for skiing Mount Ruapehu in winter and tramping in the warmer months. The thermal pools in nearby Tokaanu are always popular with visitors to the area. The Turangi Leave Centre sleeps up to six people.

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'NAPIER'                                      

The Napier Leave Centre is only a short drive form the renown art deco city centre. Marineland and the aquarium are popular tourist attractions in the centre of the city. Hawkes Bay vineyards are close by and an excellent way to spend a relaxing day. There are 3 units, each sleeping up to six people.

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'WANGANUI'                                     

Wanganui's central business district has been transformed over recent years with wrought iron furniture, gaslights, paved streets and hanging baskets. The city has a colourful history which is reflected in its Museum, Libraries and Art Gallery. Trips on the famous Whanganui River can be taken by jetboat, paddle steamer, or for the more adventurous, by kayak. The Wanganui Leave Centre sleeps up to six people.

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'WAIKANAE'                                    

The Waikanae Leave Centre is right on the beachfront, with views over Kapiti Island. Waikanae is popular for its swimming, surfing and fishing. Waikanae can also be used as a base for travelling to Wellington or the nearby Southwards Car Museum. The two self-contained units both sleep six people.

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'NELSON'                                        

In recent times Nelson has become a popular tourist destination with vineyards, outdoor activities and craft shops. The Nelson Leave Centre is ideally situated in Tahunanui, near Nelson's main swimming beach and is within walking distance of a large park. It is also within five minutes drive of Nelson City and is handy to shops, restaurants and cafes.

Nelson can also be used as a base for a day trip to the Marlborough Sounds, Abel Tasman National Park or Rainbow ski field.

Each unit has two bedrooms with pull-out couches in the lounge which enable them to comfortably sleep six people.

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'HANMER SPRINGS'                            

For many Hanmer Springs brings to mind soothing, therapeutic hot pools. Visitors can also try jetboating, horse trekking and, in winter, they can head for the slopes of the two nearby ski fields. Apart from swimming in the hot pools visitors are attracted to the many bush trails in the area. Dining out in the town is orientated towards takeaways with restaurants or hotel meals, all of which are only a few minutes walk from the leave centre.

The Army Leave Centre in Hanmer Springs has three identical units and is right in the centre of town. The main bedroom has a double bed, the second bedroom has two single beds and there is a pull-out couch in the lounge.

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'AKAROA'                                          

Akaroa is renowned for being an early New Zealand French settlement. With French street names, quaint shops and houses Akaroa throws the visitor into another world, a far cry from Christchurch, just 80 km away. Popular attractions include tramping the many walks in the area and harbour cruises which sometimes take in dolphins and yellow-eyed penguins. The township has a number of quality restaurants and cafes without the high prices charged in some tourist destinations.

The Akaroa Leave Centre basks in all day sun, and the kitchen and lounge have panoramic views over the harbour and township. Each of the three units have a double bed in one bedroom, two single beds in another bedroom and bunks downstairs, which enable the units to accommodate up to ten people.

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'TEKAPO'                                                  

The Tekapo Leave Centre is conveniently located very close to Lake Tekapo and only a short walk from the local shops.Tekapo can be used as a base for tramping, fishing and mountain climbing opportunities offered by the local area. Or just sit back and enjoy the views of scenic Lake Tekapo towards Mount Cook. Both units sleep up to six people.

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'WANAKA'                                              

Skiing, tramping and fishing are often on the agenda of those who visit the Wanaka Leave Centre. The Wanaka Leave Centre is an ideal base for skiing Cardrona and Treble Peak skifields. Other fields are close at hand, such as Coronet Peak, with Queenstown on its doorstep. Both units are in a wooded alpine lodge setting with views over Lake Wanaka.

One unit has a double bed in one bedroom and two sets of bunks in another bedroom. The other unit is often used for adventurous training and can accommodate nine people.

The journey along the highways to Wanaka has some of the most spectacular scenery New Zealand has to offer, including the Lindis Pass. A fishing cruise on the lake, which includes a visit to Stevenson's Island is an option many people take.

' The Beaumont ' - Mount Maunganui

Relax in luxury, in the heart of New Zealand's favourite beach resort.Enjoy the sea views from modern, comfortable, serviced apartments. Simply step out and soak up the famous Mount Maunganui atmosphere. A beautiful ocean beach, a serene harbour, restaurants, hot salt water pools - all at your doorstep.

There's a lovely scenic stroll around landmark Mauao, and a breathtaking panorama from the summit. The Beaumont is 8km from the airport and 10km from Tauranga city.

Contact: http://mountholidays.co.nz/beaumont.htm

' The Atrium ' - Mount Maunganui

Everything you need for a memorable stay at the Mount Maunganui Beach. The Atrium is located at the Mount Maunganui. From your apartment it's a short stroll to the surf, the harbour, hot water pools, cafes and the harbour.

Contact: http://www.mountholidays.co.nz/atrium.htm

The Beaumont and Atrium offer:

• Luxury one and two bedroom apartments
• Fully equipped laundry and kitchen
• Linen supplied
• Pool and gymnasium
• Basement and secure parking
• Sky TV

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