Parks and Reserves
Ruapehu District has a number of parks and neighbourhood recreation reserves for public use and enjoyment. The facilities located on our reserves may include seats and picnic tables, playgrounds, public toilets, BBQs, paths, lights, parking areas and rubbish bins.
Vehicle access is possible to most reserves, however access is restricted where it is important to protect the ground surface. e.g, sports fields.
NOTE: Water fountains will be disabled over Winter to prevent the water filters being damaged by frost. They will be reinstated in Spring
Request to use a Public Space
Sports groups, community groups, schools and private individuals can reserve the use of specific sportsgrounds or reserves for their use. Use by the community is generally at no cost, however commercial operations may attract a charge.
Public Spaces can be booked by contacting Ruapehu District Council on 07 896 0200 and filling out a Public Event Booking form.
To check if the Taumarunui Domain is available please refer to this calendar
Please note that while Council will endeavor to accommodate all bookings, where there is a conflict for use of the space, bookings which have a greater benefit to the community will be given precedence and you may be asked to reschedule your event.
| Council Reserves - Fees and Charges 2024-25 | |
|---|---|
| Short term commercial use of Council reserves per day or part thereof Depending on event scale, at the discretion of the CEO | $100-$500 |
| Short term community (not for profit) use of Council reserves | Free |
| Plus bond (dependent on use) | $100 - $1000 |
| Morero Domain Grandstand, Taumarunui - Hire per day | $50 |
| Professional Services - Reserves | |
| External Professionals | Actual costs |
Dogs
Dogs are permitted on most reserves, but must be on a lead. Dogs are prohibited from sports grounds and children's play areas. There are nominated dog exercise areas around the Ruapehu District where a lead is not required. For further information on where dogs are allowed and what restrictions apply please see Council's Dog Control Policy, available at the bottom of this page.
Please remember that dog fouling on a park or reserve is an offence and dog owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet. The owner or the person in charge shall keep their dog under control at all times.
Restrictions
To ensure the safety of those enjoying our reserves, by-laws are in place that restrict the use of motorised vehicles, trail bikes and motorbikes, horses, lighting fires, and alcohol on parks and reserves.
Camping
Camping is not permitted on most of our parks or neighbourhood recreation reserves. For information on specified camping locations in the Ruapehu District go to the Camping page on the website.
Setting up a Business on a Reserve
Longer term occupation for clubrooms, business or trade, or recreation facilities will require a lease or licence. Please contact Council with details of your proposed activity
Sports
Hockey and cricket are being played on Council parks on rare occasions on a "fun" basis, but there are no hockey fields or cricket pitches that are maintained by Council at the present time. Participants in Taumarunui and Raetihi are enjoying the introduction and growth of touch rugby during the summer season. Soccer in Taumarunui is played on a regular basis at Cherry Grove Domain fields and occasionally on the Taumarunui Domain. Adult rugby is played on the Taumarunui and Ohakune rugby fields.
Netball fixtures on the Taumarunui netball courts remain high but elsewhere netball appears to be played only in school grounds.
Tennis is still played at the North Street (Taumarunui) courts but there appears to be no serious competition or coaching. Rather, fun games for recreation.
Cherry Grove Domain is a well used park by canoeists, using Cherry Grove as the starting point for trips down the Whanganui River and the Cherry Grove to Manunui riverside walk. The Domain is also one of the most popular passive reserves in the District.
Dog Control Policy
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