Ngā Puna Wai means ‘many spring waters’, relating to the many springs and tributaries in the area, and is part of the ancestral landscape of Ngāi Tahu. This area was once an important place for local Māori, who came together to connect and collaborate. Today, our recreational and sporting communities have continued this ethos by coming together to share our love of sport and outdoor spaces. Situated adjacent to Canterbury Agricultural Park, Nga Puna Wai Sports Hub is intended to replace facilities lost at QEII and around the city post earthquakes.