Lagoon Edge Reserve upgrade Panmure

Overview

The project has been developed in collaboration with Auckland Council, the Maungakiekie-Tāmaki Local Board and Mana Whenua.

The finalised design for the upgrade includes:

·         New amenities. This will include new seating, picnic tables, drinking fountains, signage, artwork, cycle parking, lighting, and a skatepark spectator area.

·         More public space. We will relocate part of the Lagoon Pool and Leisure Centre fence line to create more public space in the reserve area.

·         Improved pathways. These will provide better access to both the lagoon and Panmure Town Centre and make the reserve more pedestrian-friendly and accessible.

·         A planter box. This planter box between the reserve and busy Lagoon Drive will improve pedestrian safety to help separate the current footpath from the road.

·         Improved sightlines. Some unnecessary fencing and the existing public toilets will be relocated to create better views of the lagoon.

·         A new public toilet. This will be located next to the public carpark and bike parking.

·         The creation of new spaces. To cater to a range of users there will be a new area for children and families and a new terraced lawn area with panoramic views of the lagoon.

·         New landscaping and native trees. These upgrades will help improve biodiversity, increase wildlife habitat, and other environmental outcomes.

Timing for works

Construction on the upgrade is expected to begin in early 2025 and take place over several months. More details will become available closer to the time.