Stadium Reserve upgrade

The upgrade of Stadium Reserve forms part of the Eke Panuku-led Unlock Old Papatoetoe regeneration programme, which began in 2016.

The area is being revitalised with new homes, better facilities and better transport connections to improve safety and accessibility, support local businesses, and to make it easier to get around.

At the moment, Stadium Reserve provides limited opportunities for recreation, is poorly configured and has low visitor numbers. The revitalisation aims to create a safe, attractive residential area and civic space that meets the needs of a growing population.

Upgrade aims

• Provide new facilities, including an all ages and abilities ‘suburb scale’ playground
• BBQ and social gathering spaces, review existing vehicle access and parking
• Provide facilities for pedestrians and cyclists, encourage active transport to allow for easy navigation at the reserve and connect Old Papatoetoe to Puhinui Station
• Retain significant trees and add more trees and shrubs
• Increase amenity for current and future communities
• Boost passive surveillance and safety
• Improve stormwater management during flooding
• Retain a public recreation space with a green canopy for future generations
• Engage mana whenua to provide cultural interpretation through the detail of the reserve and play features.

Next steps?

We will proceed with developed design and consenting, with continued engagement with the local board as the project progresses.