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Kahawairahi Playground
33 Kahawairahi Drive, Beachlands 2571
Why these ages?
Suburban playground on bark - multi-play with slides, infant and basket swings, bowl roller, sandpit and bike track. Reviews describe a 'very high slide' with climbing frames challenging for toddlers, so tall risk noted. Two swing sets - one for younger, one for bigger kids. Not fenced. Nature trail and a small dam sit further away.
Access notes
The description explicitly states the play surface is bark, a barrier for wheelchair users trying to reach the equipment. Off street parking and public toilets are on site but neither is described as accessible specifically, so there is no basis for an accessible verdict.
What's here
Kahawairahi Playground is a small playground in Beachlands, on Auckland's Pohutukawa Coast, combining a multi-play structure with slides, a swing set that includes both an infant seat and a basket swing, and a bowl roller for a mix of active and gentler play. The spread of infant-friendly pieces alongside the bowl roller and multi-play structure means it works for toddlers and early primary children in the same visit.
Equipment
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: cannot tell.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes swing (with infant swing & basket swing, multi-play structure (with slides), bowl roller.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include basket swing, infant swing, slide (suitable for young child with assistance).
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include public toilets, picnic tables, seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesConfirmed playground in Auckland Council's asset register.
Source: data-aucklandcouncil.opendata.arcgis.comHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment. A couple of trees in the surrounding area may provide some shade at other times during the day.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: off street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowCouncil operates a smokefree policy covering this playground.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
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