Ferndale Drive Park playground upgrade

Share your thoughts on the proposed playground concept

The playground equipment at Ferndale Drive Park in Waikanae has reached the end of its safe playing life, so we're upgrading it. This is part of our capital works programme budgeted for in our Long-term plan.

Our proposed design concepts for new playground equipment retain the same play values as the existing equipment, although some of the features may have changed. Our goal is to design an interesting playground that meets the needs of both children and their caregivers. We also want the new design to complement the play equipment available at surrounding playgrounds.

Proposed design

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Our design for Ferndale Park playground is specifically for tamariki aged one to six years. It offers a carefully chosen mix of equipment that encourages physical activity, social play, and creative imagination.

Highlights include:

Double Bay Swing Set with basket, toddler, and strap seats for all ages and abilities
3m Pico Net Custom Play Unit for climbing adventures
4-IN-A-ROW Play Panel for interactive and social play
Bee Rocker for imaginative, bouncy fun
Natural Play elements that connect kids with the outdoors

The entire play area will have fully accessible Play Matta surfacing, making it safe and easy for tamariki of all abilities to enjoy.

This design creates an inclusive, active, and imaginative playground experience perfect for our youngest Tamariki!

Your play, your say

We'd love to hear your thoughts on the proposed design concepts. Vote for your preferred concept design for the playground and share comments and feedback on our ideas board. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or young adventurer, your feedback matters.

Here's how you can have your say:

Swing by the playground and chat with us in-person on:
- 9-10.30am Wednesday 24 September
- 1–2.30pm Saturday 27 September
Share your ideas online: Add your comments to our ideas board and 'like' other comments. You can also upload photos to help explain your ideas.
Email your feedback to haveyoursay@kapiticoast.govt.nz.

Feedback closes at 5pm, Monday 6 October 2025

What happens next?

We'll review all feedback and work with the playground provider to explore any adjustments when we finalise the plans.

Questions?

Playground upgrades often spark plenty of questions! Check out our playground upgrade questions and answers for common queries, otherwise please ask us a question below and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.

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