Aerial view of Ken Maunder Park in New Lynn, Auckland
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Ken Maunder Park

34 Binsted Road, New Lynn, Auckland 0600

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Ken Maunder Park is a neighbourhood playground in New Lynn, Auckland, set in an open grassy corner of a much larger sports hub beside the Whau River estuary. It is best suited to primary age children and younger rather than families chasing a destination playground.

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  • AmenitiesSite amenities registered: a drinking fountain.

    Source: data-aucklandcouncil.opendata.arcgis.com
  • AmenitiesKen Maunder Park's Community Sports Centre includes an Indoor Training Centre with a 45x20m astro-turfed area that can be divided into 5 lanes, changing rooms, showers and a mezzanine viewing area, plus separate Club Rooms with a kitchen, lounge and bar.

    Source: kenmaunderpark.com
  • AmenitiesKen Maunder Park's sports fields switch codes through the year: three football fields with lights for winter, and grass plus astroturf cricket wickets in summer, home to the Suburbs New Lynn Cricket Club and Lynn Avon United Football Club.

    Source: kenmaunderpark.com
  • Handy to knowIn the Whau local board area.

    Source: data-aucklandcouncil.opendata.arcgis.com
  • Handy to knowKen Maunder Park's facilities are made available for wider community use beyond club sport, including holiday programmes, fitness boot camps, Kindy 'run around' sessions and birthday parties, bookable 6am-11pm daily.

    Source: kenmaunderpark.com
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  • Alister M.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    It's a big park. It has 3 or 4 cricket pitches. A decent toilet block, although one of the toilets flushes the equivalent of a swimming pools worth of water. I haven't walked around the whole thing, but it may have a playground somewhere! I have seen people riding bikes around the perimeter on the footpath

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  • Nesh K.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Nice and big sports ground. Good for playing any kind of sports here. People play cricket here heaps. Was a nice walk whole around the ground. Very nice. Even a public toilet there. Nice and clean. Big carpark.

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  • Sonja Q.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Lovely park. Public toilets very clean. Was there watching cricket. Very hopeful we will have more games there mist grounds do not have toilet facitities.

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  • Sid
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Beautiful park in the city. Lots of sports activities. Excellent park for walking around in circles. Especially nice and pleasant to visit in the evening.

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  • Fay S.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Quiet and big space for sports. Walking trail along the Whau River, you get beautiful sunset

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  • Godfrey J.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Wonderful walking track with not much up and down bumps. Good for people with back problems. Very good maintained ground for games. They also have 3 practise nets outside besides the indoor place.

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  • Leah M.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    I love the area around Ken Maunder Park and river. There is a walking path around cricket/soccer fields, people walk dogs. You can spot wild birds, magpies, grey herons, ducks, kingfisher, eels in the river.

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  • Gareth H.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    If you're looking for a great place to get active and enjoy some outdoor fun, Ken Maunder Park on the New Lynn/Avondale border is definitely worth checking out. With its expansive sports fields and well-maintained turf, this park is a popular spot for weekend soccer games in the winter (even after a week of heavy rain!), and cricket in the summer. But while the quality of the fields is impressive, the same can't necessarily be said for the park's infrastructure. The park is a bit overcrowded with buildings and facilities, which can detract from the natural beauty of the area. Additionally, on days when there are large events or numerous games taking place at the park, finding a place to park your car can be a bit of a hassle. Despite these minor drawbacks, Ken Maunder Park is still a fantastic place to visit if you're looking for a fun day out with friends or family. The park offers a paved pathway around its perimeter, which is perfect for taking a leisurely stroll or bike ride and enjoying the stunning views of the Whau estuary. There are also plenty of picnic tables and seating areas where you can relax and enjoy a meal or snack, as well as drinking fountains to keep you hydrated during your visit. Overall, Ken Maunder Park is a great choice for anyone looking to enjoy some outdoor activities and get a little exercise. While it may not be perfect, its high-quality turf, beautiful views, and ample facilities make it well worth a visit.

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  • Stweet T.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    i would like to file a complaint regarding a groundskeeper(lawn mower)at the sports field who has exhibited discriminatory behavior.this indiviidual has repeatedly engaged in conficts with people from other countries present at the field …

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  • David T.
    from Google15 Apr 2026

    Went to watch our nephew play soccer. Very enjoyable. No sign of the pressure from the sideline that we had heard happens at these type of events.

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