Last updated July 2026
Springs Flat is a residential suburb in the northern part of Whangārei, located north of the Kamo suburb and adjacent to more rural areas. It functions primarily as a quiet residential community with connections to central Whangārei via Kamo Road and State Highway 1. The suburb takes its name from the natural springs heritage of the area, including the nearby Natural Fizzy Spring, also known as Soda Spring. Excellere College, a state-integrated Christian school for Years 1 to 13, operates on a single campus within the suburb. Ongoing infrastructure projects support planned residential expansion in the surrounding Te Kamo East area.
Practical Information
| Location | Northern Whangārei, north of Kamo / Te Kamo |
| Population | 1,449 (2013 Census) |
| Key institution | Excellere College — state-integrated Christian school, Years 1–13 |
| Nearby natural feature | Natural Fizzy Spring (Soda Spring) in Kamo |
| Access | Via State Highway 1, Springs Flat Road, Kamo Road and local streets |
| Growth projects | Springs Flat roundabout and related roading upgrades underway |
About Springs Flat
Springs Flat occupies a position on the northern edge of Whangārei’s suburban area. The suburb features established residential streets alongside land identified for future housing development. Its setting provides easy access to both urban amenities in central Whangārei and the rural landscapes further north.
Excellere College serves as the main educational facility in the suburb. It is a state-integrated Christian school offering education from Years 1 to 13 on one campus. The school operates in a semi-rural environment and maintains a focus on academic, physical, spiritual and social development within a Christian framework.
The area’s name connects to the natural springs that form part of the local groundwater system. The Natural Fizzy Spring, located nearby in Kamo, produces naturally carbonated water and has historical associations with therapeutic use in the early twentieth century when the broader Kamo area attracted visitors for bathing.
Whangārei District Council is delivering major roading improvements at Springs Flat to improve safety and traffic flow while enabling future residential growth. The $21 million Springs Flat roundabout project includes shared paths, connections to existing cycle routes and provision for a future supermarket and shopping centre.
Residential Growth and Infrastructure
The Springs Flat roundabout project forms part of wider plans to unlock housing capacity in Te Kamo East. Related works include replacement of the Gillingham Road bridge and extension of Alcoba Street with shared paths. Stage 1 earthworks and drainage ran from April 2025 to December 2025, with main roundabout construction scheduled from January 2026 to February 2027. Contractors have received recognition for environmental management, including relocation of native species such as eels, fish, koura and a rare freshwater crab.
These upgrades support projected development of 2,000 to 3,000 new homes in the Te Kamo East area along with commercial facilities. The project receives funding support through the Infrastructure Acceleration Fund.
Natural Springs Heritage
The Natural Fizzy Spring lies close to Springs Flat on the Kamo side of the area. This geothermal feature produces cold, carbonated water that bubbles to the surface and carries a slight sulphur note. Historical records note its role in establishing Kamo’s reputation for therapeutic bathing during the early 1900s.
What Visitors Often Say
Residents and passers-by appreciate the quiet suburban feel and convenient access to Whangārei via the main road. Some note the novelty of the natural fizzy spring as a quick stop when travelling through the area.
Local families value the presence of a full primary-to-secondary Christian school on a single campus. Comments often mention the semi-rural setting and ongoing road works as signs of the area’s changing character.
Where to Learn More
Whangarei District Council: Details on the Springs Flat roundabout project, timeline, related works and environmental measures.
Excellere College: Information on the state-integrated Christian school, enrolment, values and campus facilities.
Wikipedia — Springs Flat, Whangārei: Census population data and basic suburb context drawn from official statistics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Springs Flat located in Whangārei?
Springs Flat lies in the northern part of Whangārei, immediately north of the Kamo suburb and connected by State Highway 1 and local roads.
What school operates in Springs Flat?
Excellere College, a state-integrated Christian school providing education for students from Years 1 to 13 on a single campus.
What natural springs are associated with the area?
The Natural Fizzy Spring (also called Soda Spring) in nearby Kamo produces naturally carbonated water and forms part of the local geothermal groundwater system.
Is Springs Flat seeing residential growth?
Yes. Whangarei District Council is constructing a new roundabout and related roads to support 2,000 to 3,000 new homes in Te Kamo East plus commercial development.
What is the Springs Flat roundabout project?
A $21 million roading upgrade on State Highway 1 that includes a new roundabout, shared paths, flood storage improvements and connections for future housing and a supermarket.
When will the roundabout works finish?
Main construction runs from January 2026 to February 2027, following completion of earthworks and drainage in late 2025.
Does the area have historical significance?
The springs gave the broader Kamo district a reputation for therapeutic bathing in the early twentieth century.
Are there cycle or walking paths nearby?
The project includes shared paths on Springs Flat Road and Alcoba Street with future links to the Upper Hatea Loop Path and Kamo Shared Path.
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