Does Russell Square have toilets?

Yes, public toilets are available at Russell Square.

Is there parking at Russell Square?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Russell Square.

Is Russell Square fenced?

Russell Square has fencing around at least part of the playground. Check the visit notes and photos for the specific edges that are enclosed.

Does Russell Square have a flying fox?

Russell Square is listed as having a flying fox or zip line. Equipment is sometimes removed, so check recent photos or visit notes.

Are there picnic tables at Russell Square?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Russell Square.

Does Russell Square have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Russell Square.

Does Russell Square have a slide?

Yes, Russell Square includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Russell Square?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Russell Square.

Playground

Russell Square

237/203 Ness Street, Appleby, Invercargill 9812

4.3

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Best suited to

All ages0–12+

NearbyRoadFenced

Why these ages?

Reviews confirm 'fully fenced' with separate junior playground area. Dedicated junior multi-play + slide for young ones, flying fox/carousel/climbing for older. Artificial rubber surface. One reviewer flags 'watch small ones near the main road' but the fenced junior area addresses this. No shade over equipment.

What's here

Climbing frameFencedFlying foxParkingPicnic tablesSeesawSlideSpring rockerSwingsToddler areaToiletsSign in to add

Russell Square's playground in Invercargill is a medium sized play area for a range of ages, anchored by a flying fox, a large carousel and a multi play structure, with a separate junior multi play structure and slide for younger children, all set within a fenced junior area on an artificial surface.

Good to know

HistoryOpened within the last 5 years (as of the McNoe 2026 survey).
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HistoryThe two electric double-burner barbecues on site were donated and installed by the Rotary Club of Invercargill South to mark the club's 50th anniversary, with the council providing the shelter; use is free to the public.
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On siteEquipment includes flying fox, multi-play structure, climbing ropes, large carousel, horse rocker, slide, swings, see-saw, junior multi-play structure (with slide).
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On siteJunior-suitable items include horse rocker, carriage swing, large carousel, junior multi-play structure (with slide suitable for young child).
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On siteSpecialised equipment: a carousel.
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: artificial.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include public toilets, a barbecue, picnic tables, seating, a fenced junior area.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 2 Medium.
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Handy to knowShade at midday in summer: No shade for play equipment. Seating has some tree shade. Established trees in the surrounding area may provide shade for spectators. Gazebo for the barbeque.
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Handy to knowParking: on street parking.
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From the crew

Visits

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Darren Q.
from Google15 Apr 2026
We are looking for basketball hoops and there you go
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Andie T.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Fabulous playground w the best flying fox. New gas BBQ facilities provided for free, hope the users clean it thoroughly! Good for monarch butterfly fans too...
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Janice S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great place to hang out with your kids! Few tables and chair fo are available for picnic in the park
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Trinz
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great place to visit, A bit gutted that the trees have been cut down and the place has a metal council fence around it. Would be nice to see this fixed and a nice fence put up and more trees planted. Just so it can look like a park rather than a mess. Equipment is great and kids of all ages can enjoy this amazing park.
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Dylan R.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Lovely park. Kids love the long flying fox. Close to great takeaways so you can grab a bite to eat. Some big trees to sit under on hot days to watch the little ones play. One thing to note is that I don't think there is a toilet there.
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Chelsea S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Awesome playground which is fully fenced. There's a BBQ area, basketball court and a separate playground bit for smaller kids. Could use another picnic table tho
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Mike R.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good park to take the kids for a play. Also has a barbecue available and picnic tables. Only gripe is it needs a clean up can be messy at times so aware of glass on equipment and grass.
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Alejandra S.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Good park, there's now a BBQ and toilets along with the fence, lots to play on, it's a pretty good park
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Rick B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
A free bbq open picnic area, basketball hoop and an area to kick a soccer ball around, close to night and day and new world ideal place for a family evening in the park. Kids play ground is a great set up.
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Nik G.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Has everything you need to spend the day here just bring food. kids can run around and have hours of fun and the BBQ plate here works a treat. Plan so family fun games on the grassy area. Just watch the small ones near the main road.
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