FAQs

Rubber matting would cost about $57,000 to install. This means it would be significantly more expensive to replace it if was vandalised or damaged e.g. burned or cut. 

Council has considered installing a temporary camera however, these are often targets for vandalism and will only deter issues while it's in place. 

A playground requires safety fall material such as bark or rubber matting to ensure it meets New Zealand safety standards.

Council wants to work with the community to help find solutions that will make Aorangi Reserve a safe space for tamariki to use. Council is engaging with local residents and schools to find suitable options. Council will update the community once those options have been decided.