We are getting into the swing of enhancing one of our most popular reserves as Phase One of the Faulkner Bush upgrade begins to take shape.
The Wakefield area offers plenty of recreational opportunities for residents and visitors to enjoy – including Baigent’s Bush, Genia Drive Reserve and Wai-Iti Domain – more than 20, in fact. Faulkner Bush Reserve is one of these gems, and by making the most of the considerable green space, it has the potential to become a must-stop destination for anyone wanting to rest, play or explore.
The play area was identified for replacement in 2022/23, and engagement has been taking place with stakeholders within the community to discuss possible plans. Funded through Reserve Financial Contributions, a major playground renewal will be staged over several years.
We are now working on Phase One, which involves the procurement and installation of a new play area, situated closer to the existing rotunda. This will include new swing sets, an accessible carousel and a range of climbing apparatus. This is expected to be ready by winter. However, a more immediate outcome is the replacement of cable on the existing flying fox, which we expect to be back up and running very soon.
Phase Two of the development will build on this to involve larger swings, a double flying fox, accessible play equipment with a car park and additional landscaping likely to occur in a later phase.
This project was completed on 28th September.
What are we doing?
Remove the existing one pan toilet and replace with two pan toilet block. Design for access and mobility. To provide the public / community a more convenient 2 pan toilet and easier accessible entrance. Easier to clean.
Why are we doing it?
The existing toilet is out of date and very hard to clean. The current capacity is one pan (One Toilet)and with increased
demand in the community there is a need to increase the capacity to two pans.(Two Toilets) The current facility has electronic
controls including an electric door which has failed a number of times locking users inside.
How will it affect me?
· Toilet may be closed during replacement construction period.
· Replacement toilet will be on site during construction
Current Status: Toilet is ordered and due to be delivered in June 2023 ready to install end of June 2023
Start Date: June 2023
End Date: July 2023
