Ferndale Drive Park playground upgrade

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Feedback has concluded on our proposed concept design. 

The old swings and slide at Ferndale Drive Park playground in Waikanae

Proposed playground concept




Feedback has now closed on our proposed playground concept. View ideas board. 


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 wanted to hear your thoughts on the proposed design concepts. You could share comments and feedback on our ideas board. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or young adventurer, your feedback matters.

Here's how you could have your say:

Feedback closed 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.

Keen to stay updated?

Register to join the conversation, and sign up for Everything Kāpiti(External link), to get the latest on what's happening across our district straight to your inbox – including events, grant funding opportunities for youth, and other ways you can get involved.

The old swings and slide at Ferndale Drive Park playground in Waikanae

Proposed playground concept




Feedback has now closed on our proposed playground concept. View ideas board. 


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

See concept images

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 wanted to hear your thoughts on the proposed design concepts. You could share comments and feedback on our ideas board. Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or young adventurer, your feedback matters.

Here's how you could have your say:

Feedback closed 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.

Keen to stay updated?

Register to join the conversation, and sign up for Everything Kāpiti(External link), to get the latest on what's happening across our district straight to your inbox – including events, grant funding opportunities for youth, and other ways you can get involved.