Arataki Park is a large sports field located in Mount Maunganui. This park is popular for hosting organised sports and recreation. The park sits alongside the Baywave Aquatic & Leisure Centre and Arataki Community Centre. There is a large skate park and BMX track at the park, as well as a playground. Currently, the park does not have a large number of accessible facilities but provides space for passive recreation.
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Visitor experience
The main entrance and pathway are step-free and accessible.
The path to the entrance has a smooth, paved surface and is level, with no slopes, inclines, or steps.
The venue is accessible by public transport via bus, with wheelchair-accessible stops 50-100 metres from the entrance.
Signage for the venue's entrance is clearly displayed, and the main entrance features an open storefront design.
Note: There are no designated drop-off or loading zones, nor tactile ground surface indicators at the entrance.
Note: There is no reception or information desk near the entrance.
Visitors can easily step away if they experience sensory overload due to the open-air nature of the park.
The venue does not offer a specific range of sensory experiences for visitors sensitive to light, sound, or touch.
There is no dedicated quiet space available at the venue.
As events do not use AV equipment, captions, subtitles, audio descriptions, and sign language are not applicable.
Hearing loops or assistive listening devices are not available, nor are tactile exhibits, braille signage, or large-print materials.
Events are held at Arataki Park.
These events do not use audiovisual equipment (e.g., screens, speakers, or projectors).
As an unstaffed park, there are no specific provisions for staff assistance or intervention during events.
There is no information regarding specific sensory considerations or accessible formats for event information.
Arataki Park is an unstaffed venue.
Staff are not available to unlock accessible restrooms in an emergency.
There is no information regarding staff training on assisting people with disability during emergencies.
No information about staff intervention for audiovisual content, as no AV equipment is used at events.
Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
The main entrance and all pathways are step-free and accessible.
The path to the entrance is smooth, paved, and level, with no steps or inclines.
Accessible restrooms are available and wheelchair accessible inside (at least 2 metres x 1.6 metres).
Accessible facilities include a pump track, basketball court, BBQ area, and skate park.
Accessible Parking
There are 4 designated accessible parking spaces in the main carpark.
These spaces offer adequate transfer room and a level entry to a footpath within 20 metres of the main entrance.
Additional accessible parking is available nearby in the Community Centre carpark and Baywave carpark.
Note: The carpark is uncovered and not well-lit at night.
Accessible Restrooms
Multiple accessible restrooms are clearly labelled and feature grab rails.
The toilet is at an accessible height with transfer space on the left side (male) and right side (female).
The basin, soap dispenser, and hand drying facilities are all at accessible heights and easy to use.
Note: There is no gender-neutral restroom, accessible mirror, emergency call button, or staff assistance for emergency unlocking.
Blindness & Low Vision
A safe, smooth, and paved footpath to the entrance is available.
All paths have non-slip surfaces.
Note: There are no tactile ground surface indicators or contrasts in colour/texture on paths.
Note: Glass surfaces are not marked, and no braille or large-print materials are available.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
Events held at the park do not use audiovisual equipment.
Emergency procedures do not ensure quick and clear notification for all visitors.
Evacuation plans do not include provisions for people who are deaf or hard of hearing, and emergency alerts lack visual warnings.
Note: Hearing loops or assistive listening devices are not available.
Neurodiverse Support
Visitors can easily step away if experiencing sensory overload due to the park's open-air environment.
Note: The venue does not offer a specific range of sensory experiences or a dedicated quiet space.
Note: Tactile exhibits, braille signage, or large-print materials are not available.
