Hayman Park
Sloping green lawn leads to a pond with a level concrete platform at the water's edge. A narrow paved pathway is visible in the distance through the parkland.Overview
Hayman Park is a large tree-lined suburban park near Manukau Town Centre, and is adjacent to the Manukau bus and train stations. The park has sealed accessible paths around the perimeter and past the pond. Find a spot under the trees for a picnic or relax with a book. The park features a large playground, natural play space, toilets, pond, skate park, basketball court, picnic tables and seating, bike stands, and drinking fountains.
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Visitor experience
Wide, level concrete path transitioning from asphalt, leading directly to a large multi-level playground structure. A wooden picket fence borders the path on the right.
Accessible parking bay markings in yellow on a level asphalt surface, next to a paved pathway with tactile indicators. A sign shows 'No Standing', accessible parking, and shared path symbols. Trees...
Wide, level concrete pathway with colourful squares leads through a park to a playground with a large structure and softfall. A low wooden picket fence borders the path on the right.- Hayman Park is reachable by public transport, with both bus and train services available.
- The closest public transport stop is located within 200 metres of the venue entrance.
- Designated drop-off and pick-up points or loading zones are available to ensure safe and convenient access.
- Accessible parking spaces are available within 20 metres of the main entrance.
- The accessible car park is not well-lit at night and has limited room for transfers to mobility aids.
- Activities at Hayman Park are held in environments deemed suitable for neurodiverse participants.
- The venue is an open-air public park and therefore does not have a designated breakout room or quiet space.
- Information regarding the provision of a wide range of sensory experiences or stimuli for visitors with sensory modulation needs is not available.
- Details on whether participants can easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort are not provided.
- Hayman Park is an open-air public park.
- A sheltered space is available for visitors to use in the event of sudden bad weather.
- Information on whether the venue hosts any events or activities is not provided.
- Details regarding the use of audiovisual equipment or provision of water-based or winter sports are not available.
- Hayman Park is not a staffed venue.
- Information regarding staff training on accessibility and inclusion for visitors is not available.
- Details on whether staff members are aware of accessible features and services, or able to provide assistance, are not provided due to the unstaffed nature of the venue.
- It is unknown if staff are able to help with emergency escape routes for people requiring mobility assistance.
Wide, level concrete path transitioning from asphalt, leading directly to a large multi-level playground structure. A wooden picket fence borders the path on the right.Accessible parking bay markings in yellow on a level asphalt surface, next to a paved pathway with tactile indicators. A sign shows 'No Standing', accessible parking, and shared path symbols. Trees...
Public toilets with two light blue doors; one general/accessible, one accessible. Under a yellow shelter, a concrete landing has concrete stairs descending in the foreground.
Stainless steel toilet with grey seat, integrated side grab bars. Additional stainless steel grab rail below a dispenser, and a vertical grab bar by a partially visible basin. Blue floor, light gre...
Bright blue door featuring a silver lever handle with a key lock, and a separate key cylinder below.
Stainless steel basin and toilet with grab bars. Stainless steel mirror, soap dispenser, and paper towel dispenser. Level, worn light blue-grey floor with blue cove base.Wide, level concrete pathway with colourful squares leads through a park to a playground with a large structure and softfall. A low wooden picket fence borders the path on the right.Wheelchair & Mobility Scooter Access
- The main entrance and pathway to Hayman Park provide step-free access for people using wheelchairs, mobility scooters or walking aids.
- The site does not contain steps of any kind.
- All ramps on site can be easily navigated (up and down) by people who use manual wheelchairs, walking frames, or mobility aids.
- All flooring, including ramps and accessible footpaths, has non-slippery surfaces to prevent accidents and falls.
- As a public space, the venue has no doors, meaning open passageways throughout.
Accessible Parking
- Hayman Park has designated and clearly-marked accessible parking spaces.
- The main entrance or meeting point is located within 20 metres of the closest accessible parking space.
- Two accessible car parks are available, but cars moving in and out of the car park will drive alongside the driver's side.
- There is insufficient room for people to transfer to their wheelchairs, powerchairs, or mobility scooters by the driver and passenger car doors.
- The car park is not well-lit at night.
Accessible Restrooms
- An accessible restroom is available and clearly labelled at Hayman Park.
- The venue has a gender-neutral restroom and more than one accessible bathroom stall.
- Grabrails are easily accessible to a person who is seated on the toilet.
- Restroom handwashing and drying facilities, including a hand dryer, are within easy reach of a person who uses a wheelchair.
- The restroom interior is accessible to people who use manual or powerchairs, meeting the minimum dimensions of 2 metres x 1.6 metres.
- The restroom door can be opened, locked, and unlocked using one hand, and can be unlocked by staff in the event of an emergency.
- Accessible toilets are open daily from 7am to 9pm.
Blindness & Low Vision
- There is a safe footpath leading to the entrance for people who are blind or experience low vision.
- Information regarding the presence of tactile ground surface indicators on the pathway leading to the main entrance is not available.
- Details on whether clear directions, signs, or maps are available to guide visitors are not provided.
Deafness & Limited Hearing
- Information on whether activities are held in environments suitable for participants who are deaf or experience limited hearing (e.g., with clearly-displayed signs or graphics) is not available.
- Details on whether emergency alert systems produce both audio and visual warnings are not provided.
- It is unknown if evacuation plans take into consideration individuals with deafness or limited hearing.
Neurodiverse Support
- Activities at Hayman Park are held in environments that are suitable for participants who are neurodiverse.
- As an open-air public park, a designated breakout room or quiet space is not applicable.
- Information on whether activities offer a wide range of sensory experiences and stimuli is not available.
- Details regarding participants' ability to easily remove themselves from activities if they experience sensory overload or discomfort are not provided.
Service Animals
- All service animals are welcome on the premises at Hayman Park.
- Service animals are permitted to enter all the same spaces in which their owners are welcome.
Opening hours
Open 24 hours