192 Matai Road, Raumati Beach 5032
2020-21 upgrade deliberately targeted 5-12yos after consultation identified a gap for older kids — cargo net, rock wall, spring balance boards and spinner reflect that. Infant swing, basket swing and spring toys give a 2-4yo something but reviewer sums it up: 'for older children but my 2 year old liked the swing and slide'. Picnic tables with good sightlines for caregivers.
Description explicitly says accessible parking is on site, but the play equipment itself sits on bark surfacing, which blocks a wheelchair from reaching it despite the good parking provision.
Matai Road Reserve's playground in Raumati Beach sits alongside a community garden and the home of the Kapiti Arts and Crafts Society, renewed as part of a 2020 to 21 Kapiti Coast District Council upgrade that specifically targeted equipment for older children.
HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
Source: services1.arcgis.comCultureMatai Road Reserve in Raumati Beach is home to the Kapiti Arts and Crafts Society, blending playground facilities with local community arts , the reserve features a climbing wall, spring platforms, and swings alongside creative community activities.
Source: kapiticoast.govt.nzOn siteEquipment includes multi-play structure (with slide), spring toys, bowl rocker, swings (including infant swing & basket swing).
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include basket swing, infant swing, spring toy, bowl rocker, slide (suitable for young child with assistance).
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment. Tree shade for picnic table. Two large established trees may provide shade at other times during the day & for spectators.
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.comDaytime high in °C · % = chance of rain · data from yr.no
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