PHASE TWO: ADVENTURE PLAYGROUND AND PLAY FEATURES UNDERWAY

The new adventure playground has now been installed, offering an exciting space for children and families to explore and enjoy. The careful design of the structure with its graduated challenges ensures children can safely “take risks” as they play and explore their capabilities in natural, outdoor space.

The playground also features play logs and feature rocks, creating a natural play environment that blends into the reserve’s surroundings. The safety surfacing is currently being installed, ensuring that the area is safe and accessible for all users. This playground is a great addition to the area, giving families a dedicated, fun, and secure place to spend time together outdoors.

PHASE THREE: PUMP TRACK UPDATE

Unfortunately, the pump track will be removed along with the removal of improvised jumps made by the community due to issues raised by some residents. It is possible that new pump track will be constructed in the future in a different location. 

We are expecting to start on the removal of the pump track and jumps within the in a few weeks’ time.

COST SAVINGS AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

To continue with the cost savings that were expected to be made by not having to remove the soil from the playground dugout, we are going to use the surplus material to make a feature seating mound adjacent to the play space to enhance and separate it from the general area.

WHAT’S NEXT?

We are excited about the progress made so far and look forward to completing the remaining elements of the project by mid-May 2025.

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Source: Upper Hutt City Council

17/04/25