Kerepēhi Playground
We are thrilled to share that the Kerepēhi playground project is going ahead, with a total project budget of $321,000. This includes a generous $200,000 contribution from the Better Off Fund.
This investment will bring to life an exciting new play space, designed with - and inspired by - our community, particularly our tamariki.
A contractor has now been appointed. As delivery timelines for the playground equipment have shifted, construction is now due to begin in late March 2026. Completion is now anticipated by late April 2026.
Plans for the new play space
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The local community brings a vision to life...
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The first was at the Kerepēhi Community Hall, where locals came together to kōrero and explore the concept plans displayed through large photos and draft designs.
Design options on show at the Kerepēhi HallWith tamariki at the heart of this project, a special hui was also held with them at Kerepēhi School in late July 2025.Their ideas and enthusiasm were vital in shaping the outcome, and one design stood out above the others.
The inclusion of a half basketball court and a new toilet block was also very well received. Thanks to their input, the playground design was finalised.
The preferred option and some of the other fun stuff included in the final design
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