News: Parks

Auckland Council urge community not to visit storm impacted parks, sports grounds and beaches

With Cyclone Gabrielle having impacted New Zealand's north just weeks after Auckland and surrounding areas endured record rainfall and flooding, Auckland Council is encouraging the…

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Feb 15, 2023 Environment / Parks / Recreation / Safety / Sport /

 
 

Christchurch City Council seeks feedback on proposed Avon Park revamp

The Christchurch City Council is seeking feedback on its plans to turn Avon Park’s lower terrace into a naturalised wetland, upgrade the playground facilities, allow space for the…

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Feb 14, 2023 Parks / Play / Recreation /

 
 

The Watarrka Track to be one of Australia’s most scenic multi-day walking experiences

With a Project Facilitation Agreement having been signed for The Watarrka Track, located 330 kilometres south west of Alice Springs, the track is anticipated to become one of…

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Feb 14, 2023 Culture / Environment / Parks / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Proposed new visitor entry for Hamilton Gardens

Plans for a proposed new Visitor Entry Precinct at Hamilton Gardens have been unveiled. The new Hamilton Gardens Visitor Entry Precinct project, which includes a new Visitor Centre and…

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Feb 14, 2023 Attractions / Parks / Recreation /

 
 

Popular Sunshine Coast camping area set for multi-million upgrade

A $2.1 million upgrade of the Conondale National Park’s Booloumba Creek 1 camping area will ensure visitors have a safe and enjoyable experience, and that the protected area is well…

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Feb 10, 2023 Environment / Parks / Recreation / Tourism /

 
 

Construction commences on new skate park and pump track at Kariong Oval

Central Coast Council has advised that construction has commenced of the new skate park and pump track at Kariong Oval which is designed for a range of ages, abilities, and wheels. The…

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Feb 8, 2023 Parks / Play / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

Wellington gardens secure awards and commendations

Two of Wellington’s gardens, Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush and Botanic Garden ki Paekākā have secured a number of significant awards recognising the “hours of work by…

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Feb 4, 2023 Design / Environment / Parks / Recreation /

 
 

Penrith City Council secures $152 million in funding for major greening, play, sport and recreation projects

Penrith City Council has secured $152 million in funding through the NSW Government’s $5 billion WestInvest program for eight successful greening, play, sport and recreation projects…

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Feb 3, 2023 Environment / Parks / Play / Recreation / Sport /

 
 

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