There are 49 playgrounds in neighbourhoods across Kāpiti, and each year a selection of them from across the District are upgraded.
KCDC say they carefully monitor all our playground equipment to make sure it stays safe to play on.
“This is measured against national standards, and each year we replace the equipment that’s reaching the end of its safe shelf life.
“When we upgrade playgrounds, we do our best to keep them accessible, fun, varied and make sure they cater for a wide range of abilities. They need to meet the needs of the children that use them, and their caregivers. We have set budgets for each playground and we aim to provide new equipment that meets the criteria, fits with what we can afford and meets community needs. Our parks team works hard to be creative to make sure we get the best solutions with the money available.”
The 2018/19 playground upgrades:
Matthews Park playground is now complete and looking great.
Pohutukawa Park playground is due to be completed by June 2019.
Waikanae North playground – we’re relocating and upgrading this playground and residents have two equipment options to choose from. Have your say on your preferred option https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-community/parks-and-recreation/playgrounds/waikanae-north/
2019/20 playground upgrades – have your say!
KCDC are revamping six Kāpiti playgrounds over the next financial year (July 2019/June 2020). Whether your kids are two or twelve, if these playgrounds are in your neck of the woods, Council want to hear your ideas for what you want to see at your park.
“Our first round of consultation involves a short survey to get your thoughts on what you’d like to see at your playground. We have hard copies of the survey at the playgrounds along with a letterbox so you can post your thoughts. Or, you can have your say by completing the relevant survey. We’ll also be hanging out at each park over the next month to chat about your thoughts.
Click on your park below to have your say and check out when we’ll be in your neighbourhood.
Campbell Park playground, Paekākāriki: https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-community/parks-and-recreation/playgrounds/campbell-park-playground-upgrade/
Mazengarb Reserve playground, Paraparaumu: https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-community/parks-and-recreation/playgrounds/mazengarb-reserve-playground-upgrade/
Marere Avenue playground, Paraparaumu: https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-community/parks-and-recreation/playgrounds/marere-avenue-playground-upgrade/
Pharazyn Avenue playground, Waikanae Beach: https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-community/parks-and-recreation/playgrounds/pharazyn-avenue-playground-upgrade/
Waimeha Domain playground (partial renewal), Waikanae Beach: https://www.kapiticoast.govt.nz/our-district/our-community/parks-and-recreation/playgrounds/waimeha-domain-partial-playground-upgrade/
Tasman Reserve, Ōtaki – “Following on from initial discussions with the community, in 2019/20 we’ll have budget to put in an extra piece of equipment. We’ll be in touch with residents around options.”
Have your say by 10 May 2019.