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Matua Hook’s vision was to create a lasting, meaningful playground for his community, in Hastings – a place filled with cultural connections and vibrant play. Inspired by the region’s mountain and its connection to the sea, the playground includes water features, a sand area, and eels that honour his whakapapa. “The outcome was better than I expected...I wish every kōhanga in New Zealand could have something like this.” Congratulations, Matua Hook, for bringing your vision to us and creating this fantastic space for your tamariki.

With this awesome wish list, we wish you a great weekend! 😍 It's impossible not to imagine the joy and excitement of the kids that will get this playground!

Playground Compliance... It's a scary thing to think of when your playground or playspace is at the end of life or you're just in for an audit. That's why in this video we tell you all you need to know to make sure you space is compliant, and if it's not, what are the best ways to make it safe and fun! Read more here: https://hubs.ly/Q02TlDlB0 #playground #compliance #safetyandplay #playspace #playgrounddesign

Nothing like coming back to school to a new A-MAZING playspace! That’s exactly what the students at Kaikorai School in Dunedin got! A special thanks to Beth Downie, Principal at Kaikorai School, for working with us to Design and Build an adventurous environment where children can have an absolute blast. Huge shoutout to our talented team of designers, carpenters, and installers for bringing this natural playspace to life! 🛠️ You can read more on this feature article on the Otago Daily Times! https://hubs.ly/Q02TlDSl0 #PlaySpace #NaturalPlaySpace #SchoolPlayground #Playgrounds #NewZealandPlay

David White, the Principal at Marshall Laing Primary School, just got a new, inviting, and now buzzing playspace! “We wanted to create a smoother transition for our youngest students from early childhood centres to school, and this space has done exactly that.” For him, the new playspace is an area for development, for connection, and it needs to be inviting. Our team couldn’t be happier with the result of this amazing new area for the kids! See more: https://hubs.ly/Q02Rkg480 #playspace #designandbuild #playground #schoolspaces #play #creospace

Did you know your choices have a wider impact than you might think? When you buy local playground equipment, you’re not just supporting one business—you’re contributing to an entire ecosystem that helps that and many other business thrive. Take, for example, the bespoke tower we recently installed at Wellington Botanic Gardens. Can you guess how many industries and people were involved in bringing that project to life? If not, here’s a snapshot: At Creo alone, over 50 people were directly and indirectly involved in the design and execution of this tower. In the design phase alone, there were more than 10 creatives at work. Adding in manufacturing, sales, and operations, that's another 40 people! Speaking of manufacturing, those beautifully perforated panels were designed in-house, but they were crafted by a South Island steel fabricator. And the timber used? NZ-sourced pine, supporting thousands of jobs in the forestry industry. When it comes to logistics, it’s not just our Creo team involved, but also the transport company and the people who maintain their fleet—over 100 people were part of this operation. So, when you choose to design and build a playground, think about the wider impact you’re making—not only in the joy you’ll bring to children as they play and make memories, but in the many families across New Zealand who benefit from your choice. Read more: https://hubs.ly/Q02Rkb3J0

The Trans-Tasman Principals Conference has been nothing short of exciting so far. Andrew and Gui have been chatting about sensory spaces and unique playspace designs for schools in Australia and New Zealand. If you haven’t had a chance to talk to them yet, no worries! They will be here today and tomorrow. Come say hi!

Did you know less can be more in playground design? Sometimes the best approach is simpler! A playground with thoughtfully selected elements can encourage more creativity and social play. Discover why a “less is more” philosophy leads to spaces that kids love to explore. ✨Maximize play value with fewer but smarter features. ✨Reduce clutter for more engaging play. ✨Versatile equipment offers multiple play options. ✨Open spaces inspire imaginative, free play. ✨Design that prioritizes quality leads to better social interaction. 🔗Curious to learn more? Check out this article: https://hubs.ly/Q02PNbcq0

When Katie Pennicott at Sunnyvale Primary saw the playground showing its age, she didn’t just settle for a like for like—she reimagined the space entirely. Working together, we turned that vision into a vibrant, inclusive playspace where kids of all ages and abilities come together, explore, and connect. From the slide connecting classrooms to open, imaginative play areas, this playground now brings Sunnyvale’s values of creativity and connection to life every day. Want to see how it all happened? Explore the full story here: https://hubs.ly/Q02PNqNZ0 #Playspace #SchoolPlayground #PlayDesign #AwardWinning #Play

What a great win for the Waitaki District Council and the Oamaru community. We're excited to tell their story within their public spaces. It will be amazing.