Matamata and the wider district can look forward to a new playground and community gathering space. Following years of lobbying for a bigger and better playground for our community, Matamata Futures has agreed with Matamata Piako District Council (MPDC) to co-design a new playground at the Matamata Domain and lead consultation with our community and stakeholders.
MPDC have confirmed a generous allocation of $1.5 million towards the project, with funds becoming available from July 2024.
With a total project cost of $3 million, Matamata Futures is now looking to raise additional donations from the Matamata Piako community to bolster the budget. While $1.5 million may seem like a lot of money, playground equipment, construction costs, safety surfacing and so on are expensive and increasingly so in today’s terms.
We’re inviting contributions from you to get involved and join us in delivering this amazing new community space. Whether you are an individual, family or local business, anyone can contribute. Join us in creating a legacy for our future generations by donating here.
Boffa Miskell, a leading New Zealand environmental planning and design consultancy, has been selected as the Landscape Architects to lead the project and develop the concept. Boffa Miskell have been involved in creating several award winning playground projects, including Anderson Park in Napier and Te Āhuru Mōwai Playground in Marton , which is of a similar scale to the Matamata Domain project in terms of size and budget.
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🌟 Superhero & Princess Day – A FREE Community Event! 🌟
📅 Date: Sunday, 2nd March 2025 (Children’s Day)
📍 Location: Railside by the Green - Hetana Street, Matamata
⏰ Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm
🎟 FREE ENTRY – Bring the whole whānau for a magical day of fun!
In celebration of Children’s Day, get ready for an action-packed, fairy tale-filled day as Project Play brings you Superhero & Princess Day at Railside by the Green! ✨👑
👑 Meet your favourite princesses & superheroes – Enchanted Entertainment characters will be there for games, photos, and interactive fun!
🎨 Face Painting & Craft Stations – Get into character with face painting and create your own superhero or princess-inspired books.
📚 Pop-up Library Stall – Enjoy story time and explore a magical selection of superhero and princess books.
🎲 Matamata Toy Library Stall – Have fun with a fantastic selection of outdoor toys and games for tamariki to enjoy!
🎭 Dress-up fun – Come dressed as your favourite character and join in the fun!
🧺 Bring a picnic – Pack some kai, a picnic blanket, and chairs, relax with the whānau, and enjoy the day together.
This is a FREE community event, made possible with support from the MPDC Pride of Place team and organised by Project Play.
📣 Tag your friends, spread the word, and we’ll see you there!
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🌟 Inspiration from Timaru: CPlay Playground! 🌟
As we embark on the exciting journey of upgrading the Matamata Domain, we draw inspiration from the remarkable success of the award-winning CPlay Playground at Caroline Bay in Timaru.
🔧 Community-Led Initiative: Much like our own efforts, the CPlay Playground was a community-led project, brought to life by passionate volunteers. Opened in December 2023, this $3 million community-funded playground was awarded NZ playground of the year 2024.
🌟 Positive Impact: Since its opening, CPlay has become a cherished gathering spot for families, promoting social interaction, physical activity, and outdoor play. It has attracted visitors from Canterbury, Otago, and Southland for repeat visits, bolstering the local economy and solidifying Timaru’s reputation as a family-friendly destination.
💪 Our Vision for Matamata: As we look to upgrade the Matamata Domain, we see the potential for similar positive impacts in our own community. By coming together, we can create a space that is welcoming, inclusive, and beneficial for all ages. Let’s take inspiration from Timaru’s journey and work collectively to achieve great results here in Matamata.
Together, we can transform our community space into a vibrant hub of activity and connection! 🌟
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A heartfelt thank you to Wayne and Vanessa Hillis for their Ruby Sponsorship! Together with their daughter and son-in-law, Simone and Karl, they are generously sponsoring our Dual Xylophone in loving memory of their mum, nana, and great-nana, Imelda, who lived with dementia in her final years.
Music is a powerful tool—soothing the mind, sparking memories, and fostering connection. For those with dementia, it can provide a bridge to communication when words are hard to find. This xylophone, accessible to all ages and abilities, will not only bring joy and creativity but also serve as a lasting tribute to Imelda’s memory.
Thank you, Hillis family, for helping us create a space where music brings our community together.
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What a beautiful tribute to such an important person in your lives x
We know she would have loved seeing not only her own great grandchildren, but all the children get so much enjoyment from the park 🥰
Aw how very special I love this! ❤️
Make 2025 the year you set a fitness goal! See your progress improve across 5 races while supporting Matamata’s future - all funds raised will go directly to the Matamata Domain playground upgrade.
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