The Authority will be undertaking work at Ōtāhuhu / Mt Richmond to convert the old bowling green into a practice sports field. This will be suitable for a variety of sporting codes including rugby league and kī-o-rahi. It will be available for public use and can be reserved through Auckland Council’s booking system.
The Authority’s Integrated Management Plan (IMP) aims to provide for recreational activities that are appropriate on the Tūpuna Maunga (ancestral mountains) and appeal to a diverse population.
The works to upgrade the field will cater for a wider range of sports activities and improve the overall manuhiri (visitor) experience.
Construction work and dates
This involves upgrading and expanding the existing sports field to an irrigated, full sand carpet field, including earthworks, improved drainage, tree trimming and removal.
Works will commence early November 2024 and will take approximately 3 -4 months to complete. Construction will take place Monday to Friday (and Saturday mornings, where required) during standard work hours to minimise disruption to neighbours. Please note timelines may be affected by weather and or supply issues.
Visitor access
Pedestrian, cycle, and vehicle access will be maintained throughout the upgrade works. Some areas near the sports field and sports field carpark may be closed to vehicles to enable truck and contractor movement. The health and safety of visitors is important, so please follow the instructions of onsite construction staff and the temporary signage in place. Our construction workers are simply doing their job to make a better visitor experience for us all, please be kind.