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Barry Curtis Park is a popular park among residents and visitors. It is located near Ormiston Town Centre and several schools.
The playground in Barry Curtis Park was identified as a high development priority in a recent review because it provides play opportunities for many age groups. We are now renewing the Barry Curtis Park playground to serve the growing community in the area.
Download the 'Howick Playspace Assessment' to learn the results of our playground review.
We have developed the concept design after consultation with mana whenua, community and local residents.
We asked for feedback from the local community in April 2023 through:
After reviewing the public consultation feedback, Howick Local Board adopted the concept design for the playground renewal in September 2024.
This project will:
The renewal will include:
During construction the playground and car park off Stancombe Road will be closed to the public.
We will follow all health and safety guidelines during the construction.
The playground renewal will start on 24 February 2025.
We expect to complete this project by mid-August 2025.
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