We’re bringing Play Streets to South Dunedin in 2024!
Image from Sport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa
What is a Play Street? Neighbourhoods don’t get together and play like they used to – Play Streets are a fun way for tamariki, rangatahi and whānau to play outside, be active, get to know each other, and promote better connected neighbourhoods. They’re a great way to make sure play keeps happening in our communities. To do this, Play Streets temporarily restrict vehicle traffic on quiet, local streets, so that tamariki, whānau and other residents can be active, connect, and play in their neighbourhood.
These are not a publicly promoted event, but are small, resident-led local gatherings, held on quiet neighbourhood streets during daylight hours. They’re about making connections – tamariki and rangatahi meeting others, whānau meeting other whānau, and neighbours meeting neighbours.
If you’re interested in hosting a Play Street on your street in the new year, email Nikita Choveaux at nikita@dreamsouthd.org.nz or for more info on Play Streets around Aotearoa New Zealand, go to Sport New Zealand Ihi Aotearoa.
