Government investment supports visitor infrastructure improvements at Te Waihou Blue Spring

A total of $675,000 has been approved for improvements that will help manage growing visitor numbers and support access to one of the region's most popular natural attractions.

The project will be delivered by South Waikato District Council in partnership with Ngāti Raukawa and may include:

• Extension of the main Leslie Road carpark, the primary access point to the Te Waihou Blue Spring track.
• Construction of new public toilet facilities at Leslie Road.
• Technology infrastructure, including internet connectivity and power, to support future visitor management options.
• Establishment of park-and-ride services.

The improvements are intended to support visitor flow, reduce congestion, and enhance the visitor experience at the site.

Funding has been provided through the IVL, which invests in tourism infrastructure and conservation projects that support New Zealand's visitor economy and help manage the impacts of tourism on communities and destinations.

International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy