Hamurana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hamurana
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Rural locality
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The Hamurana stream in the Hamurana Springs Recreation Reserve
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| Country | New Zealand |
| Region | Bay of Plenty |
| Territorial authority | Rotorua Lakes District |
| Ward | Te Ipu Wai Auraki General Ward |
| Electorate | Rotorua |
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| • Total | 8.35 km2 (3.22 sq mi) |
| Population
(June 2023)
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| • Total | 1,130 |
| • Density | 135.3/km2 (350.5/sq mi) |
| Postcode(s) |
3097
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Hamurana is a lovely area in New Zealand known for its amazing natural springs. It's located on the northern side of Lake Rotorua, in the Bay of Plenty Region of the North Island. This special place is home to the deepest natural spring on the North Island. This spring's water comes out from a rocky area inside the Hamurana Springs Recreation Reserve.
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Who Lives in Hamurana?
Hamurana covers about 8.35 square kilometers. As of 2023, around 1,130 people live here.
In 2018, the population was 1,032 people. This was a small increase from 2013 and 2006. There were 402 homes in the area. The population had a mix of males and females, with slightly more males.
The average age of people in Hamurana in 2018 was about 49.4 years old. This is a bit older than the national average for New Zealand. About 16% of the people were under 15 years old. Around 11% were between 15 and 29. Most people, about 55%, were aged 30 to 64. About 18% were 65 or older.
Most people in Hamurana are of European background. However, there is also a good number of Māori residents. Smaller groups include Pacific peoples and Asian people. About 19.8% of the people living here were born outside New Zealand.
When asked about their beliefs, many people said they had no religion. A good number were Christian. A small percentage followed Māori religious beliefs or other religions.
Many adults in Hamurana have a university degree. The average income was $39,000 in 2018. Most adults work full-time, with some working part-time. A small number were looking for jobs.
Discovering Hamurana Springs
The Hamurana Springs are a group of beautiful springs. They are part of a special area called the Hamurana Springs Recreation Reserve. This reserve has been protected since 1971.
The Amazing Hangarua Spring
The main spring here is called Hangarua Spring. It is located 280 meters above sea level. This spring is very deep, about 15 meters down! It pumps out an incredible 4 million liters of super clear water every hour. The water stays at a cool 10 degrees Celsius all the time.
The rocks around this spring are made of volcanic material called rhyolite. The water you see here has traveled a long way. It comes from the Mamaku Plateau through underground paths. It takes about 70 years for the water to reach the spring!
The Dancing Sands Spring
Another cool spring in the reserve is the Dancing Sands Spring. It got its name because of how the water makes the sand at the bottom of the spring move. It looks like the sand is dancing!
The Hamurana Stream
The water from the springs forms a stream that flows for about one kilometer. This stream winds its way through a beautiful forest of redwoods trees. Finally, it joins Lake Rotorua. In the summer, you can often see rainbow trout in the stream. They love the cooler water from the springs!
Who Owns the Springs?
The ownership of the Hamurana Springs and other important cultural sites nearby was given back to the Ngati Rangiwewehi iwi (a Māori tribe). This happened under a special law in 2014. This law also made sure that Hamurana Springs A and B are protected as reserves.
For a long time, people could visit the springs and reserve for free. However, since 2018, you now need to pay to enter the area.
