1 week Ago By Hibiscus Matters
According to Auckland Council, most of the equipment has passed its use-by date and a plan to replace and renew the playground is underway. The proposals were presented to the Hibiscus & Bays Local Board at its April 9 workshop, receiving a positive response from members. Along with nearby residents, children from Whangaparāoa Primary School, which is close to the park, were also consulted and presented their ideas and preferences, along with drawings.
The children particularly asked for jumping and spinning equipment. The work, which has a $280,000 budget, includes new equipment, drainage and edging. The basket swing and shade sail, which are more recent additions, are being kept.
Night lighting will not be included. The concept drawing includes a Netscape rope climbing structure, swings, a small trampoline, a tower with spiral slide, and an accessible carousel for spinning. There is new planting as a buffer between the playground and carpark, which was requested in feedback.
Construction work is expected to begin in October..
