Waipā is celebrating its more than 200 parks and open spaces next week with a range of fun, free activities as part of Parks Week, a national campaign to recognise the crucial role these spaces play in creating thriving communities.

Parks Week runs from Monday, March 3, and will showcase Waipā’s many parks, highlighting how open spaces can positively influence people’s wellbeing.

Self-guided activities

If you can't come along to one our fantastic events check out how to get involved this Parks Week with our self-guided activities. Don't forget share your photos and comments below.

1. What is your favourite tree at your local park?
2. Visit a Te Ara Wai Journeys site near you.
3. Get to your local park in a different way than you usually would.
4. How fast can you run around the Te Awamutu Stadium?
5. How many different tricks can you see others do/try yourself at Cambridge Skatepark?
6. At your local park count how many things you can see, hear, smell, taste and feel.
7. How many colours can you see at your favourite playground/park?
8. Have a picnic at your closest park on Monday 10 March at 6pm – meet the neighbours! Check out our parks and reserves maps.
9. Check out our daily polls on Facebook to vote for Waipā's Park of the Year!