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Carlton Street Reserve skatepark upgrade

Carlton Street Reserve skatepark upgrade

We’re upgrading the skatepark at Carlton Street Reserve to create an exciting, modern space for young people in Ōtūmoetai to skate, scoot, ride and connect.

With roller sports and wheeled play on the rise, we’re responding to the community’s call for more inclusive, accessible and high-quality places to ride.

The new design will strike a balance between skateboarding, scootering and BMX—catering to a range of skill levels. Expect new ramps, rails, transitions and fun boxes.

The skatepark will be co-designed with the community, especially local rangatahi, who will help shape how the space looks, feels, and functions.

Construction is planned for 2026, but the design journey is already underway.

The first step is deciding where within Carlton Street Reserve the upgraded skatepark will be located. There are two proposed locations for the community to consider.

Join us for a site walk to learn more about the two proposed locations —why they’ve been considered, how each would work, and what it could mean for the wider park. Council staff will be on hand to answer questions and talk through the options.

When: Saturday 26 July, 10:00am–11:00am
Where: Carlton Street Reserve main carpark (near the toilets)
What: Site walk exploring the two proposed skatepark location

You’ll also be able to share your feedback before the project moves to the next stage. Whether you’re a park neighbour, a skatepark user, or simply interested in how the reserve is used, we encourage you to come along, check out the proposed locations, and be part of the conversation.

 

Key information

Project type
Parks and recreation

Status
Exploring

Neighbourhood
Matua-Ōtūmoetai

Key dates

  • Community engagement on skatepark location

    July 2025
  • Targeted community engagement with schools and hapu on skatepark design

    August to October 2025
  • Community engagement on final concept

    November 2025
  • Construction begins

    January 2026

Who's listening

Spaces and Places team
Tauranga City Council

info@tauranga.govt.nz 
07 577 7000

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This project is part of the work we are doing to upgrade our local neighbourhood playgrounds and reserves.

Playground and reserves upgrades

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