Project overview
As a transport hub for our growing district, Taupō Airport
has seen a steady increase in traffic over the years. The facility serves both
locals travelling throughout New Zealand as well as visitors, and traffic through
the Airport will only continue to grow in the coming years.
With growth in mind,
an upgrade to the terminal building, carpark and an extension to the apron was included in Taupō
District Council’s 2018-28 Long-term Plan, with work starting in mid-2021.
The new award-winning terminal building, designed by local architects Shelter Architects and built by Taupō firm Watts Construction, was formally opened on 9 March 2023. The opening followed an upgrade to the airport’s carpark, with a new sealed parking facility with more spaces and lighting. In late 2024, work will begin on an extension to the airport apron.
