Play Week Aotearoa 2024 in the Waimakariri
Waimakariri District Council media release: 22nd October 2024
Play Week runs from Saturday 26th October to Friday 1st November this year and it's all about celebrating the value play brings to everyone!
This is a Sport New Zealand initiative and Councils from all over the country are taking part to help our tamariki build a life-long love of being active, make sense of the world around them, get creative, build friendships, and learn skills.
In that spirit, we've got loads of awesome activities happening around the Waimakariri.
Outdoor themed Scavenger Hunts
You can do these anytime at any park or playground and are suitable for all ages!
Waikuku Beach Paddling Pool
The Waikuku Beach Paddling Pool (Domain Road, Waikuku Beach) is officially open for the season from Labour Day Weekend!
The outdoor pool features a graduated depth and several water features to keep the young and young at heart entertained.
It is FREE to use but please be aware it is not life guarded. Aquatics staff maintain it daily.
Fairy Forests
Waimakariri has four fairy forests scattered around the district. Take a walk through the forests and see what magic you might just discover.
- Pegasus Beach;
- Woodend Beach Forest;
- Kaiapoi Domain (Ranfurly Street, Kaiapoi); and
- Pines Beach.
What else is happening around the district for Play Week 2024
Inflatable Fun
Normal pool entry fees apply.
Dates: Saturday 26th and Sunday 27th October 2024.
Time: 1 to 3pm both days.
Locations: Dudley Park Aquatic Centre and Kaiapoi Aquatic Centre.
Babytimes
- Monday 28th October 2024 (10.30am): Rangiora Library; and
- Friday 1st November 2024 (11am): Kaiapoi Library.
Lego Club
- Monday 28th October 2024 (3.30pm): Kaiapoi Library;
- Tuesday 29th October 2024 (3.30pm): Rangiora Library; and
- Tuesday 29th October 2024 (3.30pm): Oxford Library
Storytimes
Dates: Tuesday 29th and Thursday 31st October 2024.
Time: 10am.
Location: Rangiora Library.
Toddlertimes
- Tuesday 29th October 2024 (10.30am): Oxford Library; and
- Wednesday 30th October 2024 (10.30am): Kaiapoi Library.
Halloween Family Dress Up Night
Date: Thursday 31st October 2024.
Time: 5 to 7pm.
Location: Kaiapoi Library.