Inspired by the site’s orchard past, the Frontier Estate playground blends natural materials, playful colours, and inclusive features. It’s a vibrant hub where children can explore, climb, and connect with the surrounding environment.
Frontier Estate in Te Awamutu isn’t just about homes, it’s about creating spaces where community, nature, and fun come together. The new playground, designed by Brodie Hailwood, is at the heart of this vision, bringing family-friendly play to the forefront of this 39.5-hectare development.
The playground is part of 6.77 hectares of dedicated parkland within Frontier Estate, surrounded by native plants, gully systems, and 2 km of walking trails. Located at the corner of Pioneer Drive and Revelation Drive, the park connects seamlessly to nearby reserves and streams, including the Mangapiko Stream, Mahana Reserve, and Waiora Reserve, offering locals access to the wider natural environment through interlinking walking and cycling trails.
Celebrating Frontier Estate’s history as an orchard, the playground is designed to spark curiosity and play, drawing inspiration from the fruit trees and natural surroundings that once defined the land.
Bright, playful colours and natural materials create engaging spaces for children, while subtle nods to the estate’s orchard past add a sense of story and place. It’s a lively, inviting area where young explorers can connect with nature and adventure.
The playground equipment is designed to engage children of all ages, from toddlers to pre-teens, promoting balance, coordination, and social play.
Highlights include:
The playground integrates seamlessly with other community amenities, including:
Frontier Estate playground in its final stages before officially opening to the public.
Photographed 27 March 2024.
The Frontier Estate playground isn’t just a space to play. It’s a hub that encourages connection, exploration, and interaction with nature. Its thoughtful design reflects the local landscape, history, and community values, creating an inviting place for children and families to grow, play, and thrive.
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Take a tour through the Frontier Estate playground as it looks today. These April 2025 images highlight how the space has grown, evolved, and become a favourite spot for local families.
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