Celeste S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
A really good playground for children with a lot of field space too. There is an accessible tennis court for all. Entrance to this area is down the concrete drive
Playground
Makora Grove Playground
2 Makora Grove, Paremata, Porirua 5024
PlaygroundsSports
Best suited to
Child5–9
Accessibility
Partial access+ Step-free path to the play
Access notes
Description states the equipment sits on an artificial surface, and a review describes the entrance down a concrete drive and calls the adjoining tennis court accessible for all, though no toilets or dedicated parking space are confirmed.
What's here
Makora Grove Playground is a small neighbourhood playground in Papakowhai, Porirua, in one of the closest residential pockets to Aotea Lagoon.
Equipment
Access and Inclusion
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: pre 2009.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes swings (including infant swing), multi-play structure (with slide).
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing, slides (suitable for young child).
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesMakora Grove Playground is in one of the closest residential pockets to Aotea Lagoon, Porirua's flagship reserve on Papakōwhai Road. Aotea Lagoon features a large playground with a separate toddlers' area, free splash pad open from 9am daily, pump track, fitness station, petanque court, picnic and BBQ areas, and a miniature train running most Sundays, putting a full day of family activity within easy reach of Makora Grove residents.
Source: poriruacity.govt.nzAmenitiesPlayground surface: artificial.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include tennis courts.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesAsset type: playground.
Source: maps.poriruacity.govt.nzAccessMakora Grove Playground is located on Makora Grove in the Papakōwhai/Paremata area of Porirua. It is one of four playgrounds PCC lists for this neighbourhood, alongside Glengavel Grove Playground, Moray Place Playground, and Aotea Lagoon , the latter being Porirua's flagship seven-hectare family destination just a short distance away on Papakōwhai Road.
Source: poriruacity.govt.nzHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment or spectators.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
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