Frequently Asked Questions

CHRISTMAS TREE

When does the christmas tree go up?

The Christmas Tree will be installed during November and December each year.

MURALS

I have a wall or a building in Marton I think a mural would look good on. Who should I contact?

If you have a building or site you think a mural would work well on, please get in touch with us here. Please send us photos of the site and the address so we can discuss it further.

I’m an artist and would like to work on a mural in Marton, who should I contact?

If you’re an artist who would like to get involved in our mural project, please email us here.

PLAYTRAIL

When will the play trail be completed?

Hopefully the play trail will be completed by 2024/2025.

What will be included in the play trail?

For more information on the play trail visit here.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

If i donate money, what will it go towards?

All money donated now will go towards the play trail or Christmas Tree. You are welcome to specify which project you would like your donation to go to, just let us know.

How can i help with SOME OF YOUR projects?

To learn how you can help, please head here.

my business would like to sponsor the play trail or the christmas tree, how can we do this?

Thank you! Please contact us here and we can arrange this with you.

i would like to donate my time and skills or materials - can i do this?

Thank you! We would love for local businesses or people to donate their skills and services to the build of this play trail. Please register your interest here and we will contact you when we get to the stage for allocating these resources.

what does marton development group have to do with the playground and the play trail?

Marton Development Group (MDG) was established to develop the new playground. It was established as an Incorporated Society with Charitable Status in order to make donations tax deductible for donors. The group was established to ensure there was good representation of the different groups within Marton community and each member of the group is volunteering their time free-of-charge.

who works for marton development group?

All members of MDG are currently volunteering their time to the playground project. MDG is led by Lucy Skou. And it includes representatives from Rūnanga o Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa and the Samoan community. Its members are teachers, accountants, lawyers, educational psychologists, a youth advisor for Rangitikei District Council, local business owners, Rangitikei District Council members and parents - all of whom share a common passion for the Marton community.

PLAYGROUND

there is something broken in the playground. who should i contact?

Rangitikei District Council will maintain and upkeep the playground as they already do with the two existing playgrounds. Please contact them directly if something is broken in the playground.

What is the playground called?

The new playground is called Te Āhuru Mōwai and means a safe, comfortable and enjoyable space for families and community. Its full bi-line is Ko Te Āhuru Mōwai o Tutaeporoporo. It was given it’s name by by local mana whenua Te Rūnanga o Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa and means ‘the safe haven of Tutaeporoporo’. 

Tutaeporoporo is a mokai to local Iwi that is seen as a friend and guardian of southern Rangitīkei land, waterways and people.

Te Rūnanga o Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa also worked closely with the playground designers to develop art work which tells the tale of Tutaeporoporo and is woven throughout the play space. 

What ages or abilities does the playground cater for?

The playground caters for children of all ages and most abilities. There are junior and older areas, swings (including toddler and a high back swing for those with special needs), spinning (including an inclusive carousel for those of diverse abilities), trampolines, water play, instruments, natural features, balancing and more. Plenty for all ages to play on!

Are there any areas to picnic?

Yes, there is seating and picnic areas. There is also a water fountain.

Is there a BBQ at the playground?

Currently there is no BBQ..

is there parking at the playground?

Yes.

why isn’t the playground fenced?

This playground use living fences and hedges.

One of the main reasons for this, is we needed to keep the side of the playground next to the hall open for the RSA ANZAC service and crosses that go on the lawn and for any other community events that are held at the hall.

This playground is for the whole community and we wanted it to be welcoming space. If there is an event at the hall then it can flow into the playground. It's about not separating groups.

There is a fence at the front to stop people running onto the road, and the playground has been designed so the little kids’ area is in the centre of the playground.

A lot of thought and planning has gone into the design of the placement of the play equipment, the flow of the park and the plantings to minimise opportunities to escape. But this is a playground where parents with runners will need to actively supervise. But it will be worth it to see how much the kids enjoy this amazing new space.