A $2.3 million gymnasium at Dunstan High School, in Alexandra, is nearing completion ahead of a planned opening date in February next year. Photo by Rosie Manins.
Work on the building began in March, after the Ministry of Education provided funding more than two years ago.
School principal Dave Smyth said it was initially hoped to have the facility completed in September, but that was slightly "ambitious", particularly as work started later than planned.
Mr Smyth said the building should be finished in December, fitted-out with equipment during January, and ready for use at the start of the 2010 school year.
The 1300sq m complex will include a top-of-the-line sporting floor, training room, versatile indoor area, changing rooms, and two classrooms able to be converted into one larger learning space.
