Far North District Council - Sports, fun, and community at the heart of Simson Park

Posted in Regional; Tagged Parks and recreation, Relationships, Accessibility; Posted 4 months ago by DPA Less than a minute to read

To: Far North District Council
Date: December 2025

Purpose

Establish fully accessible public toilets with changing facilities at the park for both children and supervising adults.

Summary of DPA submission

DPA provides a vision for a park where disabled children and their families can gather without physical barriers. They advocate for accessible pathways, shade, and specialized play equipment.

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