Ngāwhā Springs manager Moana Cross remembers when the springs were a series of muddy pools run by volunteers. Photo / Michael BoturNgāwhā Springs manager Moana Cross remembers when the springs were a series of muddy pools run by volunteers. Photo / Michael Botur

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Governor-General Dame Cindy Kiro says Ngāwhā Springs have been a go-to place for her whānau for many generations. Photo / Dean PurcellGovernor-General Dame Cindy Kiro says Ngāwhā Springs have been a go-to place for her whānau for many generations. Photo / Dean Purcell

Ken and Margaret Drury, from Drury, South Auckland, soaking in the Kotahitanga Pool at Ngāwhā Springs. Photo / Michael BoturKen and Margaret Drury, from Drury, South Auckland, soaking in the Kotahitanga Pool at Ngāwhā Springs. Photo / Michael Botur

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The old entrance to Ngāwhā Springs before the development. The old entrance to Ngāwhā Springs before the development.

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Mate O'Sullivan, from Mangamuka in Northland, favours a full immersion at Ngāwhā  Springs. Photo/ Michael BoturMate O’Sullivan, from Mangamuka in Northland, favours a full immersion at Ngāwhā Springs. Photo/ Michael Botur

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