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Kennington Reserve and Chesney Street Play Space Renewals

Invercargill City Council is planning to renew playgrounds at Kennington Recreation Reserve and Chesney Street, and is seeking community views before designs are decided.

Closing date
25 October 2026

Closes in 13 days

Added to Civics
10 October 2026
Source category
Local government
Last checked
10 October 2026

Plain-English summary

Invercargill City Council is planning to renew playgrounds at Kennington Recreation Reserve and Chesney Street, and is seeking community views before designs are decided.

Read the official consultation material for the detailed proposal, supporting documents and submission method.

Why it matters

Kennington Recreation Reserve is the only public play space serving its rural area and has ageing equipment and limited play opportunities.

Chesney Street Playground serves the Heidelberg community and much of its equipment is nearing the end of its useful life.

Design decisions have not yet been made.

Who may care

  • Users of Kennington Recreation Reserve Playground
  • Users of Chesney Street Playground
  • Residents of the Kennington area and Heidelberg community, including children, young people and caregivers

How to make a submission

  1. Read the official consultation material.
  2. Submit feedback through the official consultation page before the closing date.

Disclaimer

Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.