Have your say on the future of playgrounds in the Howick Local Board area

1.

Are you responding to this survey as one of the following?

The parent or caregiver of someone who uses the playgrounds

A playground user

An organisation

A future playground user

A community member who doesn’t use playgrounds

Other (please specify)

2.

How do you want the Howick Local Board to prioritise our playground investment? (Select one)

Keep the same number of playgrounds and make sure they are renewed to the same quality.

Remove some of the less-used playgrounds and add more play equipment to others nearby.

I don’t know

Other (please specify)

3.

Which are your top 3 favourite playgrounds in Howick, and what do you like most about them?

4.

How often do you or your family use the playgrounds in the Howick Local Board area?

Most days/every day

Once or twice a week

Once or twice a month

Less often

Never

5.

What are the top reasons you visit playgrounds? (Select all that apply)

To hang out with friends and family

To play and have fun

To exercise and be physically challenged

To get outside and connect with nature

To have a break from technology

Because they are a free activity

To give parents or carers a break

Other (please specify)

6.

What is important to you when choosing a playground to visit?

The playground is accessible for those with mobility and sensory challenges

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The park has facilities that make it easy to meet or hang out with friends (toilets, picnic areas, car parking)

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The park is conveniently located on my way to or from somewhere I go regularly (school, sports, work, etc.)

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The playground is within walking or cycling distance from home

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The surrounding natural environment is appealing (e.g., near the beach, lots of trees)

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The playground caters for a variety of ages

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The playground is fenced

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

The playground is located on a public transport route

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

It’s close to a shop or café

Very important

Somewhat important

Not important

I don't know

7.

Is there anything else you take into account when picking a playground to visit?

8.

On a scale of 1 (very poor) to 5 (very good), how well do you think the playgrounds in the Howick Local Board area cater to different age groups?

Under 5 years old

1 (Very poor)

2

3

4

5 (Very good)

I don’t know

5-9 year olds

1 (Very poor)

2

3

4

5 (Very good)

I don’t know

10-14 year olds

1 (Very poor)

2

3

4

5 (Very good)

I don’t know

15-18

1 (Very poor)

2

3

4

5 (Very good)

I don’t know

Adults

1 (Very poor)

2

3

4

5 (Very good)

I don’t know

9.

Tell us why:

10.

Playgrounds are not the only spaces that offer play and recreation opportunities to children, families, and visitors. What other “play” activities do you regularly participate in when using Council’s open spaces and parks? (Select all that apply)

Walking

Bushwalking

Swimming at the beach

Fishing

Informal water sports such as kayaking, canoes, or stand-up paddle boarding.

Hanging out with family and friends

Cycling

Wheeled play activities such as pump track or skateparks

Exercising the dog

Informal play outdoors (tree climbing, rolling down hills, playing in the sand)

Playing with a ball or frisbee

Wharf jumping

Picnics

Using outdoor fitness equipment

Informal court sports such as basketball, volleyball, badminton or pickleball

Imaginative play for example role playing and storytelling

Other (please specify)

11.

Skate parks and pump tracks are increasing in popularity among all ages. Would you prefer to see them as standalone facilities or next to other play elements?

Stand-alone facilities with no other play elements around them

In a larger park next to other play elements such as playgrounds

I do not know / I have no opinion

12.

The Howick Local Board area has over 70 playgrounds. As a playground user, do you find it easy to access information about our playgrounds, play opportunities, and supporting amenities? (E.g. information about accessibility or toilets)

Yes

No

Other (please specify)

13.

How could we improve access to information about our playgrounds?

14.

Do you have any other feedback you wish to provide regarding the future direction of the playgrounds in the Howick Local Board area.

15.

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