One of the best kept secrets is the Air New Zealand flying club in NZCH. Cessna 172 = $120/hr (or there abouts). Double (approximately) that hire rate & that's what you pay across the runway at the IAANZ/CAC. You could get up to CPL level at the ANZFC & for half the price compared to some other places.
Just out of interest does anyone know of anywhere in NZ where you can hire a 172 for cheaper?