From 1 July 2025 we're changing to a fees up front payment system. This means that payment is made at the application stage and when we have granted the application we can issue it to the customer at the same time - speeding up the turnaround time on building consents. Any additional processing time (recoverable on an actual and reasonable basis, as per the Building Act 2004 s281B) and planning/engineering approval charges (if applicable) will be invoiced at the end of processing.
Parks and Reserves
Hinuera Recreation Reserve (also known as Weallan's Park)
In 2010 in order to maintain access to sporting facilities in the Hinuera settlement, Council purchased the land containing the No 1 rugby field and carpark and vested it as a Recreation Reserve. The Hinuera Rugby & Sports Club Incorporated lease this land for the purposes of sports fields and club activities.
The grounds are also used from time to time for non rugby uses. The rugby grounds are located immediately adjacent to the Hinuera Primary School, Hinuera Tennis Club and the Hinuera Bowling Club creating a precinct of sporting facilities.
Morrinsville Rose Gardens
The Morrinsville Rose Gardens are located on Moorhouse Street between Anderson Street and Thames Street in the central area of Morrinsville.
The gardens consists of a flat grassed area and features three pergola/seating areas, concrete paving in a herringbone pattern, picket fence and circular rose beds. The Morrinsville Horticultural Society established the Rose Gardens in 1946 and maintained them for many years before the gardens were purchased by the former Morrinsville Borough Council.
The rose gardens are a popular wedding venue - to book your wedding here please contact us
Tui Park
Where is it?
Between Centennial Avenue (State Highway 26) and Gilchrist Street, Te Aroha. The garden area is located at 14 Centennial Avenue (State Highway 26) and is separated from the rest of the park by the Tunakohoia Stream. The access to Tui Park Bowling Club is next to 36 Gilchrist Street.
What is there?
The frontage along Centennial Avenue (SH 26) includes a small grass area, rose gardens, and seating. Tui Park Bowling Club is located across the stream (access from Gilchrist Street). The rest of the park is currently grazed.
Things to know?
Dogs are allowed but must be on lead, except for a small portion of the reserve that fronts Centennial Avenue (State Highway 26) and the area occupied by Tui Park Bowling Club. Most of the reserve is currently undeveloped and leased out for grazing. Tui Park Bowling Club leases and manages the bowling greens (access on Gilchrist Street). Parts of the reserve along the stream, are prone to flooding. There is parking for bowling club patrons at the bowling club. There are also parking bays along Gilchrist Street.
Waitoa Railway Reserve
Where is it?
Between State Highway 26 and the railway in Waitoa. Parking is also available.
What is there?
Shelter, interpretive signage, picnic table, small grassed area. Perfect for a rest stop when passing through to Te Aroha.
Things to keep in mind?
Dogs are allowed but must be on lead. This reserve is part of the Matamata-Piako heritage trail, please watch out for trains.
Russell Avenue Reserve
Where is it?
Located on the corner of Russell Street and East Avenue. Accessible from Bracken Ave, East Ave & Russell Ave.
What is there?
Flat greased area, small playground and seating with views of the mountain range.
Things to keep in mind?
Dogs allowed but must be on lead. Parking bays on Gilchrist Street.
