Andrew B.
from Google18 May 2026
Good little setup plentynof room for more stuff as well.
Playground
Barnett Street Reserve
Putāruru 3411
Accessibility
Not accessible- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)
Access notes
The playground is set on bark, a barrier for wheelchair users. No toilets are described and only street parking is available in the source text, with no accessible bay confirmed.
What's here
Barnett Street Reserve in central Putaruru has a small, fairly new playground with a basket swing and a multi play structure with a slide, set on bark alongside an open lawn.
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes swings (with basket swing), multi-play structure (with slide).
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include basket swing, slide (suitable for young child).
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include a barbecue, picnic tables.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesCouncil reserve classification: Recreational Reserve.
Source: opendata.southwaikato.govt.nzHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment. There is a shade gazebo for the picnic table & barbeque.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: on street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
Forecast
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