Alan H.
from Google15 Apr 2026
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What's here
Matheson Reserve is a small playground in Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North, centred on a play fort with spinning equipment for a quick stop rather than a big day out.
Equipment
Practical Info
Good to know
HistoryPlayground established: pre 2015.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteEquipment includes dish rockers.
Source: services1.arcgis.comOn siteJunior-suitable items include dish rockers.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesPlayground surface: artificial.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
Source: services1.arcgis.comAmenitiesReserve classification: RECREATION.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzAmenitiesCouncil register facilities: Paths,Seats,Play fort,Spinners,Boardwalks.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzAmenitiesSite area: 0.36 hectares.
Source: opendata.pncc.govt.nzHandy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment.
Source: services1.arcgis.comHandy to knowParking: on street parking.
Source: services1.arcgis.com
Forecast
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From the crew
Visits
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