In Māori tradition the Springs are waiora, the purest form of water which is the wairua (spiritual) and the physical source of life. The Springs provide water for healing, and in the past were a place of ceremonial blessings at times of birth and death and the leaving and returning of travellers."
The Springs hold significant cultural value in Māori tradition as waiora, symbolizing the union of spiritual and physical elements. They serve as a vital source of healing water and have played a crucial role in ceremonies marking pivotal life events, such as arrival and departure of travelers.