The guardians of one of New Zealand's most photographed churches say it is being overrun by tourists and they want visitors to chip in.
The Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo now attracts 300,000 visitors a year and there are issues with security, safety, rubbish and hygiene.
Church committee chairman Phil Brownie said the church was a victim of its popularity.
"We desperately want people to visit and have a wonderful experience but it's been lost and gone the other way."
The 80-year-old stone church had paid guides to answer questions and ensure there was no damage to the property. It was so busy they could not even grow grass in the grassed areas.