Play Streets: how a pilot became policy
Many of us share a vision of neighbourhoods where children play freely outside, where neighbours know each other’s names, and where everyday spaces are shared, not surrendered to traffic. In Tāmaki Makaurau, that vision is becoming policy. In April 2026, Auckland Council announced that Play Streets will roll out across Tāmaki Makaurau. Community-led, free to […]
Testing a Neighbourhood Play System blueprint to create more playful neighbourhoods
Sport Waitākere has tested the Neighbourhood Play System blueprint to assess play opportunities in the Pātiki community surrounding Te Kura o Pātiki: Rosebank School. This report provides a comprehensive assessment of the area surrounding Te Kura o Pātiki: Rosebank School. Through consultation and co-design with tamariki it has identified opportunities to create a more playful neighbourhood. […]
Streets are for People: Councils empowered to reshape our streets
The best test of any neighbourhood is whether its makeup reflects the richness of culture of the wider society. Streets should be inviting for everybody to spend time, play and make journeys on foot, cycle or by public transport. Waka Kotahi recently announced regulatory changes which will make it easier for Councils across the motu […]