Rebecca H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Has a nice new play ground but is still a little underwhelming. The baby swing seat only has a chain so they can slip out. The kids love watching the trucks drive past.
Playground
Kaimanawa Park
92 Kaimanawa Street, Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North 4414
ParksPlaygrounds
Accessibility
Not accessible- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)
Access notes
The description states the multi play structure and swings sit on a bark surface, which blocks wheeled mobility devices. Only on street parking is mentioned, with no public toilets on site.
What's here
Kaimanawa Park is a small neighbourhood playground in Kelvin Grove, a 0.6 hectare recreation reserve on Kaimanawa Street serving the surrounding residential streets with a compact playground and a half basketball court.
Equipment
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: pre 2019.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes swings (including infant swing), multi-play structure (with slide), half basketball court.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing, slide (suitable for young child).
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables, seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesReserve classification: RECREATION.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzAmenitiesCouncil register facilities: Basketball hoop,Play Equipment.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzAmenitiesSite area: 0.60 hectares.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: Tree shade for some play equipment and picnic table. Gazebo for seating.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
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Spotted broken gear, a hazard, or something that needs a fix? Let Palmerston North City know. They look after this park.
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